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Like last game the Iowa Hawkeyes started out fast. Unlike last game Iowa won, scoring 24 first quarter points en route to a season high 48 points, in a 48-7 stomping of the Northwestern Wildcats at Nile Kinnick Stadium Saturday.

"I thought this would be a really even football game, they got a good football team," Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said after playing Northwestern.

The game was not close to even at any point.

Mark Weisman scored two rushing touchdowns and Marshall Koehn kicked a field goal before Ben Niemann blocked a Northwestern punt and scoped it off the turf on the 1-yard line and into the end zone for the Hawkeyes 24 first quarter points.

Iowa played to full potential today and showed what they are capable of as Coach Kirk Feretnz pointed out, "...we did some things we hadn't done real consistently this year, so that was positive."

They have been inconsistent all season, but they were anything but today, really just one bad punt attempt and under throw away from a perfect game.

In fact, Iowa is a mere 10 points away from a perfect record.

Despite the inconsistent play Iowa became bowl eligible with this win and has control of its own destiny as co-leader in the Big Ten West Division. They will face each of those teams tied with them in three of the remaining four games.

Iowa had not had a 100 yard rusher in 10 straight games, tying the longest such streak in Ferentz' 16 years at Iowa. It wasn't Weisman that broke the streak.

Red-shirt Freshman Akrum Wadley saw his first two career carries for 24 yards in the first half. He added 86 second half yards and a touchdown to break the 100-yard mark. The speed he possess was evident and it was obvious why Iowa believes he has a very bright Hawkeye future.

Weisman had 43 yards in the first quarter with the two touchdowns on his way to 94 yards on 20 carries, almost all of it coming in the first half.

Iowa didn't attempt a pass over 10 yards in their last game until the very end of each half.

Their second pass of this game traveled 17 yards.  Tevaun Smith added six yards after the catch for a gain of 23 yards. That was followed by a 42-yard flea flicker on the next play.

Quarterback Jake Rudock went on to complete three more passes of 15 yards or more including a 43-yard touchdown to Smith in the second quarter.

Rudock had 118 yards in just the first quarter. He ended up 12-of-19 for 239 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT. By far his best yards-per-attempt game of 2014.

The defense did its part, forcing Northwestern into 3rd-and-double digits on each of its first four positions, led by two sacks on two different drives by Iowa's third leading tackler defensive end Louis-Trinca Pasat.

Pasat has worked his way into the conversation as the best defensive end in the Big Ten this season.

The Wildcats could only muster 38 first half yards and would have been shut out from scoring if not for a botched punt attempt, setting them up at the Iowa 18-yard line.

Rising Wildcat star, freshman running back, Justin Jackson ran it in from 1-yard for the only Northwestern touchdown of the game.

Jackson was the lone bright spot on this day for Northwestern, accounting for 106 of the Wildcats 180 offensive yards, gaining 96 on the ground and 10 via pass catch.

It was total Iowa domination. They gained 483 yards to the 180 for Northwestern, gaining 4.8 yards-per-rush and 10.5 per pass, easily surpassing their season averages.

Matt Vandenberg led all receivers with 90 yards on five grabs.

Smith caught four balls for 76 yards and the touchdown.

Mike McHugh led Northwestern with 24 receiving yards on one catch.

Kyle Prater added 3 catches for 22 yards.

Quarterback Travis Siemian had another poor game 8-of-18 for 68 yards, 0 TD, 0 INT.

Iowa, (6-2, 3-1), hosts Big Ten West co-division leader Minnesota, (6-2, 2-1), coming off a bye and an upset loss at the hands of Illinois. Northwestern, (3-5, 2-3), goes to Michigan, (3-5, 1-3) next week.

Like last game the Iowa Hawkeyes started out fast. Unlike last game Iowa won, scoring 24 first quarter points en route to a season high 48 points, in a 48-7 stomping of the Northwestern Wildcats at Nile Kinnick Stadium Saturday.

"I thought this would be a really even football game, they got a good football team," Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said after playing Northwestern.

The game was not close to even at any point.

Mark Weisman scored two rushing touchdowns and Marshall Koehn kicked a field goal before Ben Niemann blocked a Northwestern punt and scoped it off the turf on the 1-yard line and into the end zone for the Hawkeyes 24 first quarter points.

Iowa played to full potential today and showed what they are capable of as Coach Kirk Feretnz pointed out, "...we did some things we hadn't done real consistently this year, so that was positive."

They have been inconsistent all season, but they were anything but today, really just one bad punt attempt and under throw away from a perfect game.

In fact, Iowa is a mere 10 points away from a perfect record.

Despite the inconsistent play Iowa became bowl eligible with this win and has control of its own destiny as co-leader in the Big Ten West Division. They will face each of those teams tied with them in three of the remaining four games.

Iowa had not had a 100 yard rusher in 10 straight games, tying the longest such streak in Ferentz' 16 years at Iowa. It wasn't Weisman that broke the streak.

Red-shirt Freshman Akrum Wadley saw his first two career carries for 24 yards in the first half. He added 86 second half yards and a touchdown to break the 100-yard mark. The speed he possess was evident and it was obvious why Iowa believes he has a very bright Hawkeye future.

Weisman had 43 yards in the first quarter with the two touchdowns on his way to 94 yards on 20 carries, almost all of it coming in the first half.

Iowa didn't attempt a pass over 10 yards in their last game until the very end of each half.

Their second pass of this game traveled 17 yards.  Tevaun Smith added six yards after the catch for a gain of 23 yards. That was followed by a 42-yard flea flicker on the next play.

Quarterback Jake Rudock went on to complete three more passes of 15 yards or more including a 43-yard touchdown to Smith in the second quarter.

Rudock had 118 yards in just the first quarter. He ended up 12-of-19 for 239 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT. By far his best yards-per-attempt game of 2014.

The defense did its part, forcing Northwestern into 3rd-and-double digits on each of its first four positions, led by two sacks on two different drives by Iowa's third leading tackler defensive end Louis-Trinca Pasat.

Pasat has worked his way into the conversation as the best defensive end in the Big Ten this season.

The Wildcats could only muster 38 first half yards and would have been shut out from scoring if not for a botched punt attempt, setting them up at the Iowa 18-yard line.

Rising Wildcat star, freshman running back, Justin Jackson ran it in from 1-yard for the only Northwestern touchdown of the game.

Jackson was the lone bright spot on this day for Northwestern, accounting for 106 of the Wildcats 180 offensive yards, gaining 96 on the ground and 10 via pass catch.

It was total Iowa domination. They gained 483 yards to the 180 for Northwestern, gaining 4.8 yards-per-rush and 10.5 per pass, easily surpassing their season averages.

Matt Vandenberg led all receivers with 90 yards on five grabs.

Smith caught four balls for 76 yards and the touchdown.

Mike McHugh led Northwestern with 24 receiving yards on one catch.

Kyle Prater added 3 catches for 22 yards.

Quarterback Travis Siemian had another poor game 8-of-18 for 68 yards, 0 TD, 0 INT.

Iowa, (6-2, 3-1), hosts Big Ten West co-division leader Minnesota, (6-2, 2-1), coming off a bye and an upset loss at the hands of Illinois. Northwestern, (3-5, 2-3), goes to Michigan, (3-5, 1-3) next week.

The Northwestern Wildcats, (3-4, 2-2 Big Ten) have given the Iowa Hawkeyes, (5-2, 2-1 Big Ten), fits in recent years.

The Wildcats are 6-3 against Iowa over the last nine games. Iowa needed overtime last season, at home, for one of those three victories.

Over the last four games the teams are 2-2, the home team winning each of those games.

Both teams are coming off a bye and a loss.

Iowa is a five point favorite over the Wildcats, again playing in Iowa City this year.

This season Northwestern started slowly before reeling off three straight wins including one against 17th ranked Wisconsin. They have since lost their last two against Minnesota and Nebraska.

Northwestern sports a decent defense amassing 13 turnovers and 14 sacks. They give up just 20.4 points-per-game but allow 374.9 yards a game.

The Wildcat offense lacks a big play threat with only seven pass plays over 25 yards, and just 24 points in their last two games.

Northwestern quarterback Trevor Siemian is completing just 57 percent of his passes with only four touchdowns to six interceptions.

Their running game averages just 3.4 yards-per-carry. Justin Jackson has shown signs of life lately.

He picked up 128 yards and two touchdowns against Nebraska and 106 yards in the previous game against Minnesota, averaging 5.8 and 4.6 yards-per-carry.

The lack of big play threats is good news for Iowa, as they have been burned by them all season.

In their last game alone, Maryland had five plays of 20 yards or more, which doesn't sound all that bad until you consider Maryland really only has one big play threat in Stefon Diggs.

Overall the Hawkeye defense doesn't look bad on paper, forcing 12 turnovers with 17 sacks while giving up just 21.9 points-per-game and 343.1 yards.

Iowa has struggeld to find an identity with an offensive line that was supposed to be a strength struggling and a complete lack of big play ability themselves. Seven games into 2014 and they are still looking for that identity.

They have just 12 pass plays of 25 yards or more. Unlike Northwestern Iowa has the big play potential.

Quarterback Jake Rudock has dink and unked his way to 64.8% completion percentage but only 6.31 yards-per-attempt.

The 6.31 yards-per-attempt rank second to last in the Big Ten among current starting quarterbacks. Only Sieman is behind him at 5.6.

Damond Powell leads the team in receiveing yards with 278 yards on just 12 catches. That's a 23.2 yard average.

Their longest pass play of the year was a 3-yard swing pass Powell took 69 more yards for a touchdown.

Jonathan Parker has 94 yards rushing on 10 totes.

Two guys that can burn, but rarely see the ball.

Iowa prefers to plod their way to victories controlling the ball and clock.

It is not a bad formula, Iowa is almost always near the top of the league, making a decent to good bowl, like the Orange Bowl last season, but they rarely threaten the top Big Ten teams.

This season they are only 10 points away from being undefeated.

Iowa is clearly the better team in this game, but it is not likely to translate into a big margin of victory.

Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald seems to have the Hawkeyes number.

This should be a low scoring game that Iowa wins by a field goal, 27-24.

The Northwestern Wildcats, (3-4, 2-2 Big Ten) have given the Iowa Hawkeyes, (5-2, 2-1 Big Ten), fits in recent years.

The Wildcats are 6-3 against Iowa over the last nine games. Iowa needed overtime last season, at home, for one of those three victories.

Over the last four games the teams are 2-2, the home team winning each of those games.

Both teams are coming off a bye and a loss.

Iowa is a five point favorite over the Wildcats, again playing in Iowa City this year.

This season Northwestern started slowly before reeling off three straight wins including one against 17th ranked Wisconsin. They have since lost their last two against Minnesota and Nebraska.

Northwestern sports a decent defense amassing 13 turnovers and 14 sacks. They give up just 20.4 points-per-game but allow 374.9 yards a game.

The Wildcat offense lacks a big play threat with only seven pass plays over 25 yards, and just 24 points in their last two games.

Northwestern quarterback Trevor Siemian is completing just 57 percent of his passes with only four touchdowns to six interceptions.

Their running game averages just 3.4 yards-per-carry. Justin Jackson has shown signs of life lately.

He picked up 128 yards and two touchdowns against Nebraska and 106 yards in the previous game against Minnesota, averaging 5.8 and 4.6 yards-per-carry.

The lack of big play threats is good news for Iowa, as they have been burned by them all season.

In their last game alone, Maryland had five plays of 20 yards or more, which doesn't sound all that bad until you consider Maryland really only has one big play threat in Stefon Diggs.

Overall the Hawkeye defense doesn't look bad on paper, forcing 12 turnovers with 17 sacks while giving up just 21.9 points-per-game and 343.1 yards.

Iowa has struggeld to find an identity with an offensive line that was supposed to be a strength struggling and a complete lack of big play ability themselves. Seven games into 2014 and they are still looking for that identity.

They have just 12 pass plays of 25 yards or more. Unlike Northwestern Iowa has the big play potential.

Quarterback Jake Rudock has dink and unked his way to 64.8% completion percentage but only 6.31 yards-per-attempt.

The 6.31 yards-per-attempt rank second to last in the Big Ten among current starting quarterbacks. Only Sieman is behind him at 5.6.

Damond Powell leads the team in receiveing yards with 278 yards on just 12 catches. That's a 23.2 yard average.

Their longest pass play of the year was a 3-yard swing pass Powell took 69 more yards for a touchdown.

Jonathan Parker has 94 yards rushing on 10 totes.

Two guys that can burn, but rarely see the ball.

Iowa prefers to plod their way to victories controlling the ball and clock.

It is not a bad formula, Iowa is almost always near the top of the league, making a decent to good bowl, like the Orange Bowl last season, but they rarely threaten the top Big Ten teams.

This season they are only 10 points away from being undefeated.

Iowa is clearly the better team in this game, but it is not likely to translate into a big margin of victory.

Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald seems to have the Hawkeyes number.

This should be a low scoring game that Iowa wins by a field goal, 27-24.

The Iowa Hawkeyes, (5-1, 2-0 Big Ten), travel to Maryland to take on the Terrapins, (4-2, 1-1 Big Ten), as a 4.5-5.0 point underdog Saturday.

Both teams are 3-3 against the spread this season.

Maryland is 1-5 against the spread at home in its last six home games. While Iowa is 4-1 against the spread on the road in its last five road games.

The two teams have very similar offensive numbers.

Maryland averages 399.7 total yards. 140.3 rushing yards, and 259.3 passing yards.

Iowa 381.3 total yards, 151.3 rushing yards, and 230.0 passing yards.

Maryland has a dual threat quarterback in C.J. Brown who leads the team in rushing yards.

He is fortunate to have perhaps the best one-two wide receiver combo in the entire country.

Stefon Diggs, 36 catches for 450 yards, and Deon Long, 27 catches for 307 yards, are an immensly talented duo that both missed significant time last season. The pair account for more then 70% of the receiving yards for Maryland this season.

On the other hand, the Terrapin running backs leave a lot to be desired

None rank in the top 25 in the Big Ten. Brandon Ross has 216 yards on 43 carries while Wes Brown has 190 yards on 45 carries. No one else has more than 16 carries.

Iowa does things a little differently.

The Hawkeyes have started two quarterbacks this year and both played in last weeks game. Jake Rudock took the majority of snaps, but C.J. Beathard logged three series.

The two spread the ball around.

At least 10 different players have caught passes in four of their six games. Iowa is deep at wide receiver and tight end.

While Iowa does not have a 100-yard rusher this season. It is safe to say the two getting the carries recently, Mark Weisman and Jordan Canzeri, are better than anyone on Maryland's roster.

The Iowa offense finally clicked on all cylinders last week, racking up their most points since 2011.

Terrapin end Andre Monroe, second in Big Ten sacks, matches up with tackle Brandon Scherff, which should be fun to watch.

While the offensive numbers are similar, the defensive numbers favor Iowa.

The Hawkeye defensive line should give Maryland problems.

The Terrapins won't be running the ball on Iowa and Brown will be in scramble mode with the likes of Carl Davis, Drew Ott, and Louis Trinca-Pasat, his 4.5 sacks ties for third in the Big Ten, breathing down his neck.

Iowa shutdown corner Desmond King, who had a pick six last week, will be another fun match-up to watch, whomever he covers Saturday.

The rest of the Hawkeye pass defense has improved every week. So much so they now rank 24th in the country for passing yards allowed. Maryland will be their toughest test to date.

Maryland on the other hand has defensive problems. Outside of the defensive line anchored by Monroe, the defense has some issues.

Will Likely, his three interceptions is tied for first in the Big Ten, is a good cornerback and Jeremiah Johnson is decent. But Iowa goes four deep at wide receiver, not to mention two good tight ends.

It is never a good sign when a safety leads the team in tackles, but safety Sean Davis does for Maryland.

Each offense posses problems for the opposing defense.

Iowa may struggle with its first duel threat quarterback match-up of the year for a quarter or two before figuring it out. While King will lock down one of the Terrapin dual threat receivers, the other can exploit the Hawkeyes.

Iowa has been susceptible to big plays, but more often from runs than passes. If forced into obvious passing situations the Terrapin line will struggle versus the Iowa pass rush.

Iowa's depth at wide receiver and tight end posses big problems for the Maryland defense.

It is much more likely Iowa shuts down Maryland than vice versa.

Despite the fact Maryland is coming off a bye and motivated after being thrashed by Ohio State last game, this isn't a great match-up for them.

I like Iowa to play back and deep without the threat of a running game, and win this game straight up 28-20.

The Iowa Hawkeyes, (5-1, 2-0 Big Ten), travel to Maryland to take on the Terrapins, (4-2, 1-1 Big Ten), as a 4.5-5.0 point underdog Saturday.

Both teams are 3-3 against the spread this season.

Maryland is 1-5 against the spread at home in its last six home games. While Iowa is 4-1 against the spread on the road in its last five road games.

The two teams have very similar offensive numbers.

Maryland averages 399.7 total yards. 140.3 rushing yards, and 259.3 passing yards.

Iowa 381.3 total yards, 151.3 rushing yards, and 230.0 passing yards.

Maryland has a dual threat quarterback in C.J. Brown who leads the team in rushing yards.

He is fortunate to have perhaps the best one-two wide receiver combo in the entire country.

Stefon Diggs, 36 catches for 450 yards, and Deon Long, 27 catches for 307 yards, are an immensly talented duo that both missed significant time last season. The pair account for more then 70% of the receiving yards for Maryland this season.

On the other hand, the Terrapin running backs leave a lot to be desired

None rank in the top 25 in the Big Ten. Brandon Ross has 216 yards on 43 carries while Wes Brown has 190 yards on 45 carries. No one else has more than 16 carries.

Iowa does things a little differently.

The Hawkeyes have started two quarterbacks this year and both played in last weeks game. Jake Rudock took the majority of snaps, but C.J. Beathard logged three series.

The two spread the ball around.

At least 10 different players have caught passes in four of their six games. Iowa is deep at wide receiver and tight end.

While Iowa does not have a 100-yard rusher this season. It is safe to say the two getting the carries recently, Mark Weisman and Jordan Canzeri, are better than anyone on Maryland's roster.

The Iowa offense finally clicked on all cylinders last week, racking up their most points since 2011.

Terrapin end Andre Monroe, second in Big Ten sacks, matches up with tackle Brandon Scherff, which should be fun to watch.

While the offensive numbers are similar, the defensive numbers favor Iowa.

The Hawkeye defensive line should give Maryland problems.

The Terrapins won't be running the ball on Iowa and Brown will be in scramble mode with the likes of Carl Davis, Drew Ott, and Louis Trinca-Pasat, his 4.5 sacks ties for third in the Big Ten, breathing down his neck.

Iowa shutdown corner Desmond King, who had a pick six last week, will be another fun match-up to watch, whomever he covers Saturday.

The rest of the Hawkeye pass defense has improved every week. So much so they now rank 24th in the country for passing yards allowed. Maryland will be their toughest test to date.

Maryland on the other hand has defensive problems. Outside of the defensive line anchored by Monroe, the defense has some issues.

Will Likely, his three interceptions is tied for first in the Big Ten, is a good cornerback and Jeremiah Johnson is decent. But Iowa goes four deep at wide receiver, not to mention two good tight ends.

It is never a good sign when a safety leads the team in tackles, but safety Sean Davis does for Maryland.

Each offense posses problems for the opposing defense.

Iowa may struggle with its first duel threat quarterback match-up of the year for a quarter or two before figuring it out. While King will lock down one of the Terrapin dual threat receivers, the other can exploit the Hawkeyes.

Iowa has been susceptible to big plays, but more often from runs than passes. If forced into obvious passing situations the Terrapin line will struggle versus the Iowa pass rush.

Iowa's depth at wide receiver and tight end posses big problems for the Maryland defense.

It is much more likely Iowa shuts down Maryland than vice versa.

Despite the fact Maryland is coming off a bye and motivated after being thrashed by Ohio State last game, this isn't a great match-up for them.

I like Iowa to play back and deep without the threat of a running game, and win this game straight up 28-20.

The Iowa Hawkeyes, (5-1, 2-0 Big Ten), travel to Maryland to take on the Terrapins, (4-2, 1-1 Big Ten), as a 4.5-5.0 point underdog Saturday.

Both teams are 3-3 against the spread this season.

Maryland is 1-5 against the spread at home in its last six home games. While Iowa is 4-1 against the spread on the road in its last five road games.

The two teams have very similar offensive numbers.

Maryland averages 399.7 total yards. 140.3 rushing yards, and 259.3 passing yards.

Iowa 381.3 total yards, 151.3 rushing yards, and 230.0 passing yards.

Maryland has a dual threat quarterback in C.J. Brown who leads the team in rushing yards.

He is fortunate to have perhaps the best one-two wide receiver combo in the entire country.

Stefon Diggs, 36 catches for 450 yards, and Deon Long, 27 catches for 307 yards, are an immensly talented duo that both missed significant time last season. The pair account for more then 70% of the receiving yards for Maryland this season.

On the other hand, the Terrapin running backs leave a lot to be desired

None rank in the top 25 in the Big Ten. Brandon Ross has 216 yards on 43 carries while Wes Brown has 190 yards on 45 carries. No one else has more than 16 carries.

Iowa does things a little differently.

The Hawkeyes have started two quarterbacks this year and both played in last weeks game. Jake Rudock took the majority of snaps, but C.J. Beathard logged three series.

The two spread the ball around.

At least 10 different players have caught passes in four of their six games. Iowa is deep at wide receiver and tight end.

While Iowa does not have a 100-yard rusher this season. It is safe to say the two getting the carries recently, Mark Weisman and Jordan Canzeri, are better than anyone on Maryland's roster.

The Iowa offense finally clicked on all cylinders last week, racking up their most points since 2011.

Terrapin end Andre Monroe, second in Big Ten sacks, matches up with tackle Brandon Scherff, which should be fun to watch.

While the offensive numbers are similar, the defensive numbers favor Iowa.

The Hawkeye defensive line should give Maryland problems.

The Terrapins won't be running the ball on Iowa and Brown will be in scramble mode with the likes of Carl Davis, Drew Ott, and Louis Trinca-Pasat, his 4.5 sacks ties for third in the Big Ten, breathing down his neck.

Iowa shutdown corner Desmond King, who had a pick six last week, will be another fun match-up to watch, whomever he covers Saturday.

The rest of the Hawkeye pass defense has improved every week. So much so they now rank 24th in the country for passing yards allowed. Maryland will be their toughest test to date.

Maryland on the other hand has defensive problems. Outside of the defensive line anchored by Monroe, the defense has some issues.

Will Likely, his three interceptions is tied for first in the Big Ten, is a good cornerback and Jeremiah Johnson is decent. But Iowa goes four deep at wide receiver, not to mention two good tight ends.

It is never a good sign when a safety leads the team in tackles, but safety Sean Davis does for Maryland.

Each offense posses problems for the opposing defense.

Iowa may struggle with its first duel threat quarterback match-up of the year for a quarter or two before figuring it out. While King will lock down one of the Terrapin dual threat receivers, the other can exploit the Hawkeyes.

Iowa has been susceptible to big plays, but more often from runs than passes. If forced into obvious passing situations the Terrapin line will struggle versus the Iowa pass rush.

Iowa's depth at wide receiver and tight end posses big problems for the Maryland defense.

It is much more likely Iowa shuts down Maryland than vice versa.

Despite the fact Maryland is coming off a bye and motivated after being thrashed by Ohio State last game, this isn't a great match-up for them.

I like Iowa to play back and deep without the threat of a running game, and win this game straight up 28-20.

The Iowa Hawkeyes, (5-1, 2-0 Big Ten), travel to Maryland to take on the Terrapins, (4-2, 1-1 Big Ten), as a 4.5-5.0 point underdog Saturday.

Both teams are 3-3 against the spread this season.

Maryland is 1-5 against the spread at home in its last six home games. While Iowa is 4-1 against the spread on the road in its last five road games.

The two teams have very similar offensive numbers.

Maryland averages 399.7 total yards. 140.3 rushing yards, and 259.3 passing yards.

Iowa 381.3 total yards, 151.3 rushing yards, and 230.0 passing yards.

Maryland has a dual threat quarterback in C.J. Brown who leads the team in rushing yards.

He is fortunate to have perhaps the best one-two wide receiver combo in the entire country.

Stefon Diggs, 36 catches for 450 yards, and Deon Long, 27 catches for 307 yards, are an immensly talented duo that both missed significant time last season. The pair account for more then 70% of the receiving yards for Maryland this season.

On the other hand, the Terrapin running backs leave a lot to be desired

None rank in the top 25 in the Big Ten. Brandon Ross has 216 yards on 43 carries while Wes Brown has 190 yards on 45 carries. No one else has more than 16 carries.

Iowa does things a little differently.

The Hawkeyes have started two quarterbacks this year and both played in last weeks game. Jake Rudock took the majority of snaps, but C.J. Beathard logged three series.

The two spread the ball around.

At least 10 different players have caught passes in four of their six games. Iowa is deep at wide receiver and tight end.

While Iowa does not have a 100-yard rusher this season. It is safe to say the two getting the carries recently, Mark Weisman and Jordan Canzeri, are better than anyone on Maryland's roster.

The Iowa offense finally clicked on all cylinders last week, racking up their most points since 2011.

Terrapin end Andre Monroe, second in Big Ten sacks, matches up with tackle Brandon Scherff, which should be fun to watch.

While the offensive numbers are similar, the defensive numbers favor Iowa.

The Hawkeye defensive line should give Maryland problems.

The Terrapins won't be running the ball on Iowa and Brown will be in scramble mode with the likes of Carl Davis, Drew Ott, and Louis Trinca-Pasat, his 4.5 sacks ties for third in the Big Ten, breathing down his neck.

Iowa shutdown corner Desmond King, who had a pick six last week, will be another fun match-up to watch, whomever he covers Saturday.

The rest of the Hawkeye pass defense has improved every week. So much so they now rank 24th in the country for passing yards allowed. Maryland will be their toughest test to date.

Maryland on the other hand has defensive problems. Outside of the defensive line anchored by Monroe, the defense has some issues.

Will Likely, his three interceptions is tied for first in the Big Ten, is a good cornerback and Jeremiah Johnson is decent. But Iowa goes four deep at wide receiver, not to mention two good tight ends.

It is never a good sign when a safety leads the team in tackles, but safety Sean Davis does for Maryland.

Each offense posses problems for the opposing defense.

Iowa may struggle with its first duel threat quarterback match-up of the year for a quarter or two before figuring it out. While King will lock down one of the Terrapin dual threat receivers, the other can exploit the Hawkeyes.

Iowa has been susceptible to big plays, but more often from runs than passes. If forced into obvious passing situations the Terrapin line will struggle versus the Iowa pass rush.

Iowa's depth at wide receiver and tight end posses big problems for the Maryland defense.

It is much more likely Iowa shuts down Maryland than vice versa.

Despite the fact Maryland is coming off a bye and motivated after being thrashed by Ohio State last game, this isn't a great match-up for them.

I like Iowa to play back and deep without the threat of a running game, and win this game straight up 28-20.

The Iowa Hawkeyes, (5-1, 2-0 Big Ten), travel to Maryland to take on the Terrapins, (4-2, 1-1 Big Ten), as a 4.5-5.0 point underdog Saturday.

Both teams are 3-3 against the spread this season.

Maryland is 1-5 against the spread at home in its last six home games. While Iowa is 4-1 against the spread on the road in its last five road games.

The two teams have very similar offensive numbers.

Maryland averages 399.7 total yards. 140.3 rushing yards, and 259.3 passing yards.

Iowa 381.3 total yards, 151.3 rushing yards, and 230.0 passing yards.

Maryland has a dual threat quarterback in C.J. Brown who leads the team in rushing yards.

He is fortunate to have perhaps the best one-two wide receiver combo in the entire country.

Stefon Diggs, 36 catches for 450 yards, and Deon Long, 27 catches for 307 yards, are an immensly talented duo that both missed significant time last season. The pair account for more then 70% of the receiving yards for Maryland this season.

On the other hand, the Terrapin running backs leave a lot to be desired

None rank in the top 25 in the Big Ten. Brandon Ross has 216 yards on 43 carries while Wes Brown has 190 yards on 45 carries. No one else has more than 16 carries.

Iowa does things a little differently.

The Hawkeyes have started two quarterbacks this year and both played in last weeks game. Jake Rudock took the majority of snaps, but C.J. Beathard logged three series.

The two spread the ball around.

At least 10 different players have caught passes in four of their six games. Iowa is deep at wide receiver and tight end.

While Iowa does not have a 100-yard rusher this season. It is safe to say the two getting the carries recently, Mark Weisman and Jordan Canzeri, are better than anyone on Maryland's roster.

The Iowa offense finally clicked on all cylinders last week, racking up their most points since 2011.

Terrapin end Andre Monroe, second in Big Ten sacks, matches up with tackle Brandon Scherff, which should be fun to watch.

While the offensive numbers are similar, the defensive numbers favor Iowa.

The Hawkeye defensive line should give Maryland problems.

The Terrapins won't be running the ball on Iowa and Brown will be in scramble mode with the likes of Carl Davis, Drew Ott, and Louis Trinca-Pasat, his 4.5 sacks ties for third in the Big Ten, breathing down his neck.

Iowa shutdown corner Desmond King, who had a pick six last week, will be another fun match-up to watch, whomever he covers Saturday.

The rest of the Hawkeye pass defense has improved every week. So much so they now rank 24th in the country for passing yards allowed. Maryland will be their toughest test to date.

Maryland on the other hand has defensive problems. Outside of the defensive line anchored by Monroe, the defense has some issues.

Will Likely, his three interceptions is tied for first in the Big Ten, is a good cornerback and Jeremiah Johnson is decent. But Iowa goes four deep at wide receiver, not to mention two good tight ends.

It is never a good sign when a safety leads the team in tackles, but safety Sean Davis does for Maryland.

Each offense posses problems for the opposing defense.

Iowa may struggle with its first duel threat quarterback match-up of the year for a quarter or two before figuring it out. While King will lock down one of the Terrapin dual threat receivers, the other can exploit the Hawkeyes.

Iowa has been susceptible to big plays, but more often from runs than passes. If forced into obvious passing situations the Terrapin line will struggle versus the Iowa pass rush.

Iowa's depth at wide receiver and tight end posses big problems for the Maryland defense.

It is much more likely Iowa shuts down Maryland than vice versa.

Despite the fact Maryland is coming off a bye and motivated after being thrashed by Ohio State last game, this isn't a great match-up for them.

I like Iowa to play back and deep without the threat of a running game, and win this game straight up 28-20.

In just over nine first half minutes the Iowa Hawkeyes and Indiana Hoosiers posted seven touchdowns covering 399 yards in a game that ended with a 45-29 Hawkeye victory.

Mark Weisman ran for two touchdowns and Jake Ruddock, returning from injury,threw for two more as the Iowa Hawkeyes scored a season high 38 points, in just the first half, on their way to victory.

Indiana running back Tevin Coleman took over the Big Ten rushing yards lead with touchdown runs of 83, 45, and 69 yards en route to 219 yards on just 15 carries.

Indiana coach Kevin Wilson said, "Iowa played very well today. They got after us and got a good win. We had a couple opportunities early. They made more big plays than us. The game stats were kind of close, but they had more big plays than us."

Big plays abounded for the next nine minutes.

Things were quiet in the game until both teams exploded for big plays and scores.

The flurry of scores started following a long Iowa drive capped by Rudock's first touchdown from 12 yards away to tight end Jake Duzey with 4:41 left in the first quarter.

Just 0:56 later Iowa cornerback Desmond King picked off Indiana quarterback Nate Sudfeld, taking it 35 yards for a 14-0 Iowa lead.

After a quick three-and-out by Indiana. Rudock connected with Damond Powell for 72 yards on their first play of the drive for a 21-0 Hawkeye lead.

On the ensuing Indiana drive Coleman ran for 2 yards and then 83 for Indiana's first score.

Iowa struck again on their first play of the next drive, a 60-yard run from freshman speedster Jonathan Parker.

The Hoosier's first play after the kickoff was a 62-yard completion from Sudfeld to Indiana's speedster, wide receiver Shane Wynn. It took four more plays for Sudfeld to hit Nick Stoner for a 13-yard touchdown.

In between scores Sudfeld was knocked out of the game with an apparent shoulder injury When Hawkeye defensive lineman Carl Davis and Drew Ott both landed on top of Sudfeld during a sack. He was 4-for-9, 85 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT.

It took a whopping 3:03 for the final score of the nine minute flurry. This one also a one-play-drive when Coleman ran for 45 yards, cutting the Iowa lead to 28-21.

In the time it takes to boil an egg the two teams posted 49 points covering 399 yards.

It looked like more points might be added quickly when Indiana recovered the on-side kick after their last score. But they were unable to move the ball, forced to punt.

After another 5:36 of game time ticked away Marshall Koehn kicked a 22-yard field goal for the Hawkeyes.

Indiana suffered its second turnover on their next drive when Sudfeld replacment Chris Covington's tipped pass landed in the arms of Iowa linebacker Bo Bower.

The Hawkeyes ate up the remaining 3:36 of the half. Weisman scoring a 1-yard touchdown on 4th-and-1 with :03 remaining. That gave Iowa a commanding 38-21.

The last two touchdowns of the game were scored at the beginning of the fourth quarter.

Weisman scored his second 1-yard touchdown following a nine play 55-yard drive.

Coleman scored Indiana's last touchdown 1:01 later romping 69 yards. The successful two point conversion created the final 45-29 score.

With all the big plays the two teams were just 8-for-31 on third down, but 3-for-3 on fourth downs.

There were four plays of 60 yards or more in the first quarter. Four plays of 20 yards or more the rest of the way.

Covington who was converted to quarterback from linebacker in the spring was only 3-of-12, for 31 yards, 0 TD, 2 INT.

Coleman's 83 yard run was the longest of his career and the longest for Indiana in five years.

Only Coleman had more than one catch for Indiana, tallying two.  Six others had one catch.

Rudock was 19-of-27 for 210 yards, 2 TD, 0 INT.

Powell led all receivers in yards with 85 on 3 grabs. His 73-yard catch wAs the longest Iowa play of the year.

Tevaun Smith and Jake Duzey each had a game high four catches for 69 and 23 yards.

For the second time this year 10 different Hawkeyes caught passes in a game.

Weisman had 89 yards on 22 carries.

Coming into the game Iowa insisted they would rotate Rudock and C.J. Beathard. Beathard saw the field for just three short series as Rudock played his best game of the season.

Iowa has now converted 9-of-12 fourth down attempts this year.

Iowa, (5-1, 2-0 Big Ten), travels to Maryland, (4-2, 1-1 Big Ten), while Indiana, (3-3, 0-2 Big Ten), will host Michigan State, (5-1, 2-0 Big Ten).

In just over nine first half minutes the Iowa Hawkeyes and Indiana Hoosiers posted seven touchdowns covering 399 yards in a game that ended with a 45-29 Hawkeye victory.

Mark Weisman ran for two touchdowns and Jake Ruddock, returning from injury,threw for two more as the Iowa Hawkeyes scored a season high 38 points, in just the first half, on their way to victory.

Indiana running back Tevin Coleman took over the Big Ten rushing yards lead with touchdown runs of 83, 45, and 69 yards en route to 219 yards on just 15 carries.

Indiana coach Kevin Wilson said, "Iowa played very well today. They got after us and got a good win. We had a couple opportunities early. They made more big plays than us. The game stats were kind of close, but they had more big plays than us."

Big plays abounded for the next nine minutes.

Things were quiet in the game until both teams exploded for big plays and scores.

The flurry of scores started following a long Iowa drive capped by Rudock's first touchdown from 12 yards away to tight end Jake Duzey with 4:41 left in the first quarter.

Just 0:56 later Iowa cornerback Desmond King picked off Indiana quarterback Nate Sudfeld, taking it 35 yards for a 14-0 Iowa lead.

After a quick three-and-out by Indiana. Rudock connected with Damond Powell for 72 yards on their first play of the drive for a 21-0 Hawkeye lead.

On the ensuing Indiana drive Coleman ran for 2 yards and then 83 for Indiana's first score.

Iowa struck again on their first play of the next drive, a 60-yard run from freshman speedster Jonathan Parker.

The Hoosier's first play after the kickoff was a 62-yard completion from Sudfeld to Indiana's speedster, wide receiver Shane Wynn. It took four more plays for Sudfeld to hit Nick Stoner for a 13-yard touchdown.

In between scores Sudfeld was knocked out of the game with an apparent shoulder injury When Hawkeye defensive lineman Carl Davis and Drew Ott both landed on top of Sudfeld during a sack. He was 4-for-9, 85 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT.

It took a whopping 3:03 for the final score of the nine minute flurry. This one also a one-play-drive when Coleman ran for 45 yards, cutting the Iowa lead to 28-21.

In the time it takes to boil an egg the two teams posted 49 points covering 399 yards.

It looked like more points might be added quickly when Indiana recovered the on-side kick after their last score. But they were unable to move the ball, forced to punt.

After another 5:36 of game time ticked away Marshall Koehn kicked a 22-yard field goal for the Hawkeyes.

Indiana suffered its second turnover on their next drive when Sudfeld replacment Chris Covington's tipped pass landed in the arms of Iowa linebacker Bo Bower.

The Hawkeyes ate up the remaining 3:36 of the half. Weisman scoring a 1-yard touchdown on 4th-and-1 with :03 remaining. That gave Iowa a commanding 38-21.

The last two touchdowns of the game were scored at the beginning of the fourth quarter.

Weisman scored his second 1-yard touchdown following a nine play 55-yard drive.

Coleman scored Indiana's last touchdown 1:01 later romping 69 yards. The successful two point conversion created the final 45-29 score.

With all the big plays the two teams were just 8-for-31 on third down, but 3-for-3 on fourth downs.

There were four plays of 60 yards or more in the first quarter. Four plays of 20 yards or more the rest of the way.

Covington who was converted to quarterback from linebacker in the spring was only 3-of-12, for 31 yards, 0 TD, 2 INT.

Coleman's 83 yard run was the longest of his career and the longest for Indiana in five years.

Only Coleman had more than one catch for Indiana, tallying two.  Six others had one catch.

Rudock was 19-of-27 for 210 yards, 2 TD, 0 INT.

Powell led all receivers in yards with 85 on 3 grabs. His 73-yard catch wAs the longest Iowa play of the year.

Tevaun Smith and Jake Duzey each had a game high four catches for 69 and 23 yards.

For the second time this year 10 different Hawkeyes caught passes in a game.

Weisman had 89 yards on 22 carries.

Coming into the game Iowa insisted they would rotate Rudock and C.J. Beathard. Beathard saw the field for just three short series as Rudock played his best game of the season.

Iowa has now converted 9-of-12 fourth down attempts this year.

Iowa, (5-1, 2-0 Big Ten), travels to Maryland, (4-2, 1-1 Big Ten), while Indiana, (3-3, 0-2 Big Ten), will host Michigan State, (5-1, 2-0 Big Ten).