Rob Howe
@robhowe.bsky.social
Freelance journalist creating college and high school sports content from the People’s Republic of Iowa City.
After impressing Iowa at summer camp, '27 Marion (IA) DE Elijah Dreyer has continued building a relationship with the Hawkeyes
"I love how consistent the team and, especially, the defense is there."
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"I love how consistent the team and, especially, the defense is there."
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Iowa Interested in Elijah Dreyer - Hawk Fanatic
Iowa Football can be choosy when it comes to handing out game-day invites. Receiving one means the Hawkeyes are interested and not wasting everyone’s time. It was a good sign for Elijah Dreyer that th...
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January 8, 2026 at 6:56 PM
After impressing Iowa at summer camp, '27 Marion (IA) DE Elijah Dreyer has continued building a relationship with the Hawkeyes
"I love how consistent the team and, especially, the defense is there."
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"I love how consistent the team and, especially, the defense is there."
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Austin Dowd won state basketball & football titles '25
'27 SD TE seeks more winning & college attention in new year, including growing relationship with IAFB
“I really like how they develop players, especially tight ends."
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'27 SD TE seeks more winning & college attention in new year, including growing relationship with IAFB
“I really like how they develop players, especially tight ends."
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Austin Dowd Talks Hawkeyes - Hawk Fanatic
Austin Dowd’s play this fall caught the attention of college football programs. Iowa was among them. The 2027 Brandon Valley (SD) tight end received a game-day invitation from the Hawkeyes. He accepte...
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January 7, 2026 at 3:18 PM
Austin Dowd won state basketball & football titles '25
'27 SD TE seeks more winning & college attention in new year, including growing relationship with IAFB
“I really like how they develop players, especially tight ends."
hawkfanatic.com/2026/01/06/a...
'27 SD TE seeks more winning & college attention in new year, including growing relationship with IAFB
“I really like how they develop players, especially tight ends."
hawkfanatic.com/2026/01/06/a...
Old Head pod w/ @marcmorehouse.bsky.social recapping Tampa bowl, looking ahead to offseason decisions
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December 31, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Old Head pod w/ @marcmorehouse.bsky.social recapping Tampa bowl, looking ahead to offseason decisions
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Rob and I will pod after the game. It’s understandable if @mikehlas.bsky.social grabs a notebook and looks for a postgame interview.
December 31, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Rob and I will pod after the game. It’s understandable if @mikehlas.bsky.social grabs a notebook and looks for a postgame interview.
Jace Montgomery is a rising '28 prospect & an Iowa Football legacy
"Being raised a Hawkeye definitely makes this process exciting. It’s definitely cool to think about following the same path my brother and dad have been on."
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"Being raised a Hawkeye definitely makes this process exciting. It’s definitely cool to think about following the same path my brother and dad have been on."
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Jace Montgomery Visits Iowa - Hawk Fanatic
Jace Montgomery was raised a Hawkeye. It’s what made visiting Iowa’s campus as a recruit surreal. The youngest son of former Hawkeye defensive lineman, and long-time NFL and college coach Jerry Montgo...
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December 31, 2025 at 1:40 AM
Jace Montgomery is a rising '28 prospect & an Iowa Football legacy
"Being raised a Hawkeye definitely makes this process exciting. It’s definitely cool to think about following the same path my brother and dad have been on."
hawkfanatic.com/2025/12/30/j...
"Being raised a Hawkeye definitely makes this process exciting. It’s definitely cool to think about following the same path my brother and dad have been on."
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Evan Mitchell, 1 of state's top sophs, has been a frequent Iowa Football visitor
His relationship with Hawkeyes is growing
"It feels like a place where you’re pushed to be your best, not just as a football player, but as a person."
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His relationship with Hawkeyes is growing
"It feels like a place where you’re pushed to be your best, not just as a football player, but as a person."
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Evan Mitchell Bonding with Hawkeyes - Hawk Fanatic
Evan Mitchell has been a regular visitor to Iowa’s campus. The Class of 2028 in-state offensive lineman’s latest stop happened late this season. The Hawkeyes battled Top 10 Oregon tough for four quart...
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December 28, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Evan Mitchell, 1 of state's top sophs, has been a frequent Iowa Football visitor
His relationship with Hawkeyes is growing
"It feels like a place where you’re pushed to be your best, not just as a football player, but as a person."
hawkfanatic.com/2025/12/28/e...
His relationship with Hawkeyes is growing
"It feels like a place where you’re pushed to be your best, not just as a football player, but as a person."
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An ascending prospect in the '27 Class, Nebraska OL Barrett Kitrell likes Iowa Hawkeye Football after in-season visit
“The atmosphere of the game was nuts. There’s such a strong culture, whether it be the team or even the fans.”
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“The atmosphere of the game was nuts. There’s such a strong culture, whether it be the team or even the fans.”
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Iowa Football Brings In Barrett Kitrell - Hawk Fanatic
Barrett Kitrell’s performance this fall caught the attention of college coaches. They wanted a closer look at the Ashland-Greenwood (NE) High junior offensive lineman. Iowa State, Kansas and South Dak...
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December 27, 2025 at 6:17 PM
An ascending prospect in the '27 Class, Nebraska OL Barrett Kitrell likes Iowa Hawkeye Football after in-season visit
“The atmosphere of the game was nuts. There’s such a strong culture, whether it be the team or even the fans.”
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“The atmosphere of the game was nuts. There’s such a strong culture, whether it be the team or even the fans.”
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'27 Green Bay Notre Dame ATH Kingston Allen secured 2 B1G offers this fall & visited Iowa Football when Hawkeyes retained Floyd of Rosedale
“The game-day atmosphere is one of a kind. That game day I attended was great."
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“The game-day atmosphere is one of a kind. That game day I attended was great."
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Kingston Allen Talks Hawkeyes - Hawk Fanatic
Kingston Allen has convinced Big Ten football programs that he’s capable of playing on that level. Home-state Wisconsin and Northwestern offered the 2027 Green Bay Notre Dame Academy athlete scholarsh...
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December 26, 2025 at 7:50 PM
'27 Green Bay Notre Dame ATH Kingston Allen secured 2 B1G offers this fall & visited Iowa Football when Hawkeyes retained Floyd of Rosedale
“The game-day atmosphere is one of a kind. That game day I attended was great."
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“The game-day atmosphere is one of a kind. That game day I attended was great."
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Hawkeye Football is making '27 MA ATH Brady Scott feel like a priority recruit
“Iowa is at the top with one or two others right now. They have just put a lot time into getting to know me, and I appreciate that."
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“Iowa is at the top with one or two others right now. They have just put a lot time into getting to know me, and I appreciate that."
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Hawkeyes Building Bond with Brady Scott - Hawk Fanatic
Iowa Football has made Brady Scott feel like a priority recruit since offering him a scholarship in March. The Hawkeyes presented the Class of 2027 prospect with the opportunity during a campus visit....
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December 22, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Hawkeye Football is making '27 MA ATH Brady Scott feel like a priority recruit
“Iowa is at the top with one or two others right now. They have just put a lot time into getting to know me, and I appreciate that."
hawkfanatic.com/2025/12/22/h...
“Iowa is at the top with one or two others right now. They have just put a lot time into getting to know me, and I appreciate that."
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Bryce VanOstran shines as a WR for Lafayette (IN) Jefferson
Colleges have noticed, including the Iowa Hawkeyes, who he visited last month
“I like Iowa. I love the facilities. They have an amazing football team, and they have great coaches."
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Colleges have noticed, including the Iowa Hawkeyes, who he visited last month
“I like Iowa. I love the facilities. They have an amazing football team, and they have great coaches."
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Bryce VanOstran Checks Out Iowa - Hawk Fanatic
Bryce VanOstran has been one of the most productive wide receivers in Indiana the last two seasons. With another year to go, he’s positioned himself for gaudy career numbers. The output and how it’s b...
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December 16, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Bryce VanOstran shines as a WR for Lafayette (IN) Jefferson
Colleges have noticed, including the Iowa Hawkeyes, who he visited last month
“I like Iowa. I love the facilities. They have an amazing football team, and they have great coaches."
hawkfanatic.com/2025/12/16/b...
Colleges have noticed, including the Iowa Hawkeyes, who he visited last month
“I like Iowa. I love the facilities. They have an amazing football team, and they have great coaches."
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Braylon Bingham, who was born to be a Hawkeye, officially became one with Sunday's Iowa Football commitment
“The top reason I chose Iowa was definitely because our family bleeds black and gold. We always have and we always will."
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“The top reason I chose Iowa was definitely because our family bleeds black and gold. We always have and we always will."
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Braylon Bingham Breaks Down Iowa Commitment - Hawk Fanatic
When Braylon Bingham announced his commitment to Iowa on Sunday, his social media post included photos of him wearing the team’s gear as a baby. A case could be made that destiny was at play with year...
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December 15, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Braylon Bingham, who was born to be a Hawkeye, officially became one with Sunday's Iowa Football commitment
“The top reason I chose Iowa was definitely because our family bleeds black and gold. We always have and we always will."
hawkfanatic.com/2025/12/15/b...
“The top reason I chose Iowa was definitely because our family bleeds black and gold. We always have and we always will."
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Omaha Westside is producing college prospects at high rate & '28 OL Justin Parish Jr. is another good one in pipeline
The Sophomore OL visited Iowa last month
“I like the atmosphere and the hospitality because it was such an amazing experience."
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The Sophomore OL visited Iowa last month
“I like the atmosphere and the hospitality because it was such an amazing experience."
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Justin Parish Jr. Discusses Iowa Visit - Hawk Fanatic
Iowa Football played host to plenty of prospects in the freshman and sophomore classes this fall. That trend picked up for late-season action at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes aren’t ahead of the game....
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December 12, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Omaha Westside is producing college prospects at high rate & '28 OL Justin Parish Jr. is another good one in pipeline
The Sophomore OL visited Iowa last month
“I like the atmosphere and the hospitality because it was such an amazing experience."
hawkfanatic.com/2025/12/12/j...
The Sophomore OL visited Iowa last month
“I like the atmosphere and the hospitality because it was such an amazing experience."
hawkfanatic.com/2025/12/12/j...
Waukee ATH Kam Chapman flashed upside during his freshman season of 2025, leading to Iowa & ISU visits
“I didn’t grow up a big fan of one specific school, but Iowa has always stood out for how hard they play and the culture they have,” he said.
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“I didn’t grow up a big fan of one specific school, but Iowa has always stood out for how hard they play and the culture they have,” he said.
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Kam Chapman Reflects in Iowa Visit - Hawk Fanatic
Kam Chapman still is figuring out his athletic future. He has options. The Johnston (IA) High freshman excels in football, basketball and baseball. What he accomplished on the gridiron this season put...
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December 11, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Waukee ATH Kam Chapman flashed upside during his freshman season of 2025, leading to Iowa & ISU visits
“I didn’t grow up a big fan of one specific school, but Iowa has always stood out for how hard they play and the culture they have,” he said.
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“I didn’t grow up a big fan of one specific school, but Iowa has always stood out for how hard they play and the culture they have,” he said.
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Devin Hill Jr., one of the top freshmen in Missouri, recently visited Iowa Football & looked forward to a return trip to learn more about the Hawkeyes
“I love the program. Great coaches. They make it feel like I’ve been going there."
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“I love the program. Great coaches. They make it feel like I’ve been going there."
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Hawkeyes Host Devin Hill Jr. - Hawk Fanatic
Devin Hill Jr. has dreamed about playing college football for some time. His experience while recently visiting Iowa only strengthened that desire. The Class of 2029 Athlete from Raymore-Peculiar (MO)...
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December 10, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Devin Hill Jr., one of the top freshmen in Missouri, recently visited Iowa Football & looked forward to a return trip to learn more about the Hawkeyes
“I love the program. Great coaches. They make it feel like I’ve been going there."
hawkfanatic.com/2025/12/10/h...
“I love the program. Great coaches. They make it feel like I’ve been going there."
hawkfanatic.com/2025/12/10/h...
Waukee NW FR WR Devonta Toe recently visted Iowa Football for a game
He loved what he saw and heard from the Hawkeyes
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He loved what he saw and heard from the Hawkeyes
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Devonta Toe Checks Out Hawkeyes - Hawk Fanatic
In its short history, Waukee Northwest has built a strong football program. The Wolves reached the state semifinals for the first time this season. The roster was crowded with college prospects, as on...
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December 10, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Waukee NW FR WR Devonta Toe recently visted Iowa Football for a game
He loved what he saw and heard from the Hawkeyes
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He loved what he saw and heard from the Hawkeyes
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Convo w/ @marcmorehouse.bsky.social on Kirk Ferentz continuing on in challenging new age of college football
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Old Head Hawkeye Podcast - Hawk Fanatic
Longtime Iowa Football journalists Marc Morehouse and Rob Howe bring you the Old Head Hawkeye Rapid Reaction Podcast. No longer on the beat, they still offer institutional knowledge, opinions and bad ...
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December 6, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Convo w/ @marcmorehouse.bsky.social on Kirk Ferentz continuing on in challenging new age of college football
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Special Old Head pod with @marcmorehouse.bsky.social Morehouse discussing Kirk Ferentz continuing on into his 70s, and more Hawkeye talk
Live now 👇
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Live now 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbC5...
Old Head Postseason 12-06-25
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December 6, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Special Old Head pod with @marcmorehouse.bsky.social Morehouse discussing Kirk Ferentz continuing on into his 70s, and more Hawkeye talk
Live now 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbC5...
Live now 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbC5...
Beatdown in Lincoln Recap, what's next w/ @marcmorehouse.bsky.social
🔊https://hawkfanatic.com/2025/11/28/old-head-hawkeye-rapid-reaction-pod-nebraska/
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November 28, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Beatdown in Lincoln Recap, what's next w/ @marcmorehouse.bsky.social
🔊https://hawkfanatic.com/2025/11/28/old-head-hawkeye-rapid-reaction-pod-nebraska/
🔊https://hawkfanatic.com/2025/11/28/old-head-hawkeye-rapid-reaction-pod-nebraska/
We're live -> www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAo6...
November 28, 2025 at 8:32 PM
We're live -> www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAo6...
Old Head pod with @marcmorehouse.bsky.social coming up shortly after the end of this massacre
November 28, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Old Head pod with @marcmorehouse.bsky.social coming up shortly after the end of this massacre
Jack Ostrenga camped at Iowa & was invited to MSU game
Addison Ostrenga's brother approves
“I really like the Hawkeye culture, and Addison has mentioned many times about how much respect he has for the coaching staff."
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Addison Ostrenga's brother approves
“I really like the Hawkeye culture, and Addison has mentioned many times about how much respect he has for the coaching staff."
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Jack Ostrenga Reflects on Iowa Visit - Hawk Fanatic
Jack Ostrenga has inside information on Iowa Football. The Class of 2028 Wisconsin Athlete’s older brother, Addison Ostrenga, is a senior tight end with the Hawkeyes. Watching his bother’s Iowa experi...
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November 26, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Jack Ostrenga camped at Iowa & was invited to MSU game
Addison Ostrenga's brother approves
“I really like the Hawkeye culture, and Addison has mentioned many times about how much respect he has for the coaching staff."
hawkfanatic.com/2025/11/26/j...
Addison Ostrenga's brother approves
“I really like the Hawkeye culture, and Addison has mentioned many times about how much respect he has for the coaching staff."
hawkfanatic.com/2025/11/26/j...
Graham Lea flashed high upside as a Lewis Central sophomore this season, leading to an Iowa Football visit on Saturday
“I like the Hawkeye program. They have a loud and nice fanbase, and the coaches are great."
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“I like the Hawkeye program. They have a loud and nice fanbase, and the coaches are great."
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Graham Lea Discusses Iowa Stop - Hawk Fanatic
Graham Lea’s recruiting journey is just getting underway. Wherever it takes him from here, the foundation always will include Iowa Football. The Council Bluffs (IA) Lewis Central sophomore camped with...
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November 23, 2025 at 5:37 PM
Graham Lea flashed high upside as a Lewis Central sophomore this season, leading to an Iowa Football visit on Saturday
“I like the Hawkeye program. They have a loud and nice fanbase, and the coaches are great."
hawkfanatic.com/2025/11/23/g...
“I like the Hawkeye program. They have a loud and nice fanbase, and the coaches are great."
hawkfanatic.com/2025/11/23/g...