Here is how it ended.
Michigan played great between the 20s. Not so great in the big moments. Fail on 4th and 1. Fail to score two red zone TDs. Threw an interception in the red zone.
A random listener would have thought Bryce Underwood was the reincarnation of St. McNair. Not so much in the 4th quarter.
Hank Brown, a relative unknown, played an outstanding game, especially in the 4th quarter, when it mattered most, the 4th quarter. Hank hasn't thrown an interception, but he has thrown Iowa into 3 4th quarter scores in the Hawks three toughest games. The game winning toss was a great shot, and a great NFL catch by Reece Zander Zee.
When was the last time an Iowa QB started the season 66-92, 680 % completion rate; 700 yards, 5 TDs & 0 interceptions; QB rating 71.8 (maybe higher/math problem); only 2 sacks (both against Michigan). Rushing, including the two sacks, 13 caries + 30 yards and 1 rushing TD.
Hank has shown excellent pocket mobility and the ability to keep his eyes down field when flushed.
Iowa's passing game is ahead of Iowa's running game, a strange development. That short to medium up tempo offense looks like Iowa's best strategy until the line can move people of Big Ten talent. Two or three good TE options and at least 3 guys Vander Zee, Diaz and James look good. Vonhamme, Ostrenga and even Ortwerth made some big catches. Maybe start throwing and some no huddle could catch the Buckeyes off guard.
Both lines need a week of big improvement. The Buckeyes are a big step up from Michigan.
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