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Iowa Defeats Nebraska 26-20 - Recap

Tyler Goodson ran for 111 yards as Iowa handled Nebraska by a score of 26-20 on Friday at Kinnick Stadium.

Bettors who backed the Hawkeyes were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -12.5. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 53.0.

Tyler Goodson rushed for 111 yards, while Mekhi Sargent added 18 yards in the win. Ihmir Smith-Marsette and Sam LaPorta added 44 and 38 receiving yards respectively.

Wan'Dale Robinson rushed for 42 yards for Nebraska, while Luke McCaffrey added 42 yards. Adrian Martinez threw for 174 yards for the Cornhuskers, while receivers Wan'Dale Robinson and Travis Vokolek had 75 and 31 yards respectively.

Iowa was outgained by Nebraska 338-322 yards in Friday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 22-20 by the Hawkeyes.

Nebraska lost the time of possession battle 34:24-25:36, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.

Iowa looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Illinois. Nebraska will aim to get back on the winning track at Purdue.