Iowa opens season with 507-yard performance against Northern Illinois
Iowa’s offence generated 289 rushing yards while its defence held Northern Illinois to 120 total yards and seven first downs.
Iowa opened its season by defeating Northern Illinois after producing 507 total yards and controlling the game on both sides of the ball, according to Yahoo Sports.
The Hawkeyes gained 289 rushing yards, with 11 players carrying the ball. Kamari Moulton led the attack with 183 yards from 11 carries and two touchdowns, including scoring runs of 50 and 37 yards in the first quarter.
Iowa also surpassed 218 passing yards. Diaz recorded 84 yards from seven completions, while the Hawkeyes’ total exceeded the previous single-game high of 492 yards during the Tim Lester era.
Northern Illinois managed no first downs and 24 total yards in the first half. It finished with seven first downs and 120 total yards, including seven rushing yards, according to the supplied game report.
Caden Buhr missed an extra point and an early field-goal attempt before finishing with two successful kicks from three attempts. His longest field goal was 45 yards.
Iowa used reserves late in the game, giving less-experienced players an opportunity to gain game experience as the team began its season.
