This always seems to be the question and a main deciding factor when Iowa plays Wisconsin. Over the last 12 years including the 2010 game, Wisconsin's defense has really kept Iowa's offense under control and even stifled them in many games. As you know Wisky has odd blitz and pass rush packages, somewhat like ISU, where our Oline is never sure where the 4th rusher is coming from.
And the blocks the hawks need to make at the second level in the run game are much different. Iowa's run game is usually blunted by Wisky which leaves it to the passing game, which many times just doesnt do it.
Now this year's Oline has been very underwhelming so will they be able to get the run game going, which is a must.
In the last 10 years when Wisky has a 8-2 record against Iowa, the hawks havent scored much.
So the defense will have to play great shutting down Allen while the Iowa OLine will need to play at least an average game to get some points, use up some clock to give the defense rest, and to make Wisky go a long field to even kick a FG.
I think the hawks have momentum, feel confident, and will win.
And the blocks the hawks need to make at the second level in the run game are much different. Iowa's run game is usually blunted by Wisky which leaves it to the passing game, which many times just doesnt do it.
Now this year's Oline has been very underwhelming so will they be able to get the run game going, which is a must.
In the last 10 years when Wisky has a 8-2 record against Iowa, the hawks havent scored much.
So the defense will have to play great shutting down Allen while the Iowa OLine will need to play at least an average game to get some points, use up some clock to give the defense rest, and to make Wisky go a long field to even kick a FG.
I think the hawks have momentum, feel confident, and will win.