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Iowa's defense made crucial stops on tired legs in the final minutes to secure the win.

The Hawkeyes' rushing offense achieved its best per-carry average in over a decade.

Iowa's offensive line and blocking receivers were key to the team's efficient running game.

Iowa's football program deserves to celebrate its 25-24 win against Penn State on Oct. 18, a game the Hawkeyes never would've won in the past after making so many unforced errors (including from the head coach).

But because of a winning quarterback and clutch plays, Iowa emerged 5-2 overall, 3-1 in Big Ten Conference play ahead of a 2:30 p.m. CT matchup on CBS vs. rival Minnesota (5-2, 3-1) on Oct. 25 at Kinnick Stadium.

Two things should give the Hawkeyes confidence going into this battle for Floyd

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