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IOWA CITY — The final bye week has come and gone. Four- straight weeks of Big Ten football is on the horizon for Iowa (6-2, 4-1 Big Ten).

This first one on the month-long docket is arguably one of the important home games the Hawkeyes have had in a few years. The No. 6 Oregon Ducks are making the trek to the Midwest for the first game against Iowa in more than 30 years.

Outside this week’s marquee matchup, the college football world had a handful of shakeups that put an even bigger spotlight on Saturday’s now-sold-out game. The task is simple: win the game, and you’re in the conversation beyond a December bowl game.

Here’s what to know about the bye week’s impact on the Hawkeyes.

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