The Iowa Hawkeyes have to make one major decision following their loss to Michigan State.
The Iowa Hawkeyes entered tonight’s game against the Michigan State Spartans aiming for a significant victory, pushing towards a spot in the Big Ten championship. However, the game turned into a disaster.
In the first half, Iowa failed to perform, trailing 12-0 at halftime. The situation didn’t improve in the second half, leading to a final score of 32-20 in favor of Michigan State. This loss effectively dashed the Hawkeyes’ hopes of a late-season comeback.
Following the game, a crucial decision looms for Iowa: they need to move on from Cade McNamara as their quarterback. McNamara struggled again, completing 11 of 23 passes for 150 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, while missing key opportunities throughout the game.
Despite the repeated claims of improvement from head coach Kirk Ferentz, the actual performance on the field has not reflected that optimism. It may be time for the Hawkeyes to give Brendan Sullivan a shot at the position, as McNamara has not demonstrated the qualities of a starting Big Ten quarterback.
If Ferentz hesitates to make this change, it raises questions about whether he is truly adapting to help Iowa succeed, or simply sticking with his personal choices. Though Ferentz has a history of success, McNamara’s poor performance has led to skepticism about his decision-making.
Ultimately, this loss is another disappointment for the Hawkeyes, who should not have lost to Michigan State. They will face Northwestern next weekend, and hopefully, Iowa can recover and secure a win on their home turf.
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