Iowa’s Kirk Ferentz, staffer suspended one game for recruiting violation

In an unexpected turn of events on Wednesday night, The Athletic’s Scott Dochterman reported that Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and wide receivers coach Jon Budmayr have both received a one-game suspension for a recruiting violation committed in the recruitment of quarterback Cade McNamara.

It is unclear what exact violation occurred at this moment in time, nor if the suspension was an Iowa self-punishment or from the NCAA level.

For Iowa, the suspension of Ferentz and Budmayr will likely not have a huge impact. The Hawkeyes will start their 2024 season on August 31 against FCS opponent Illinois State. The Huskers and Hawkeyes are set to meet this fall on Friday, November 29, at 7:30 p.m.

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