The Iowa Hawkeyes (4-2) and Penn State Nittany Lions (3-3) collide in a Big Ten matchup this Saturday at Kinnick Stadium.
Penn State is reeling, dropping its third straight game and its second in a row as a heavy favorite, after getting stunned at home by Northwestern. That loss pushed the Nittany Lions to 3-3 overall and 0-3 in Big Ten play, putting them in desperation mode heading into this one.
Iowa, meanwhile, responded to a setback against then-No. 11 Indiana by going on the road and hammering Wisconsin in convincing fashion. That dominant performance boosted the Hawkeyes to 4-2 on the year and 2-1 in conference play as they look to keep the momentum rolling back on their home turf.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the Iowa vs Penn State NCAAF game, plus plenty more.
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Iowa vs Penn State: Date and kick-off time
The Iowa State Hawkeyes will take on Penn State Nittany Lions in a highly anticipated NCAAF game on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 7:00 pm ET or 4:00 pm PT at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
| Date | Saturday, October 18, 2025 |
| Kick-off Time | 7:00 pm ET or 4:00 pm PT |
| Venue | Kinnick Stadium |
| Location | Iowa City, Iowa |
How to watch Iowa vs Penn State on TV & stream live online
- TV channel: N/A
- Streaming service: Peacock
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Iowa vs Penn State team news & key players
Iowa State Hawkeyes team news
Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski has completed 85 of 130 passes for 743 yards with three touchdowns and three interceptions, while also contributing heavily on the ground. He sits fourth on the team in rushing with 159 yards but leads the Hawkeyes with eight rushing touchdowns, making him their go-to option near the goal line. Behind him, Hank Brown has gone 11-of-21 for 107 yards with a touchdown and an interception, plus a rushing score, while Jeremy Hecklinski has thrown just one pass for two yards.
In the run game, Jaziun Patterson has logged 198 yards on 34 carries, ranking third on the team, while Xavier Williams (33 carries, 241 yards, three TDs), Nathan McNeil (27 carries, 129 yards), Kamari Moulton (50 carries, 261 yards, two TDs) and Terrell Washington Jr. (24 carries, 95 yards) are all active contributors in Iowa’s committee-style backfield. In the receiving corps, Jacob Gill leads the team with 12 receptions for 125 yards.
Sam Phillips has made the most of his touches with 193 yards on 11 catches, while Moulton (nine catches, 71 yards) and Dayton Howard (five receptions, 74 yards) are the only others over the 70-yard mark through the air. Kicker Drew Stevens has been dependable, hitting 20 of 21 extra points and 12 of 15 field goals, including a long of 55 yards.
Injury-wise, both Patterson and Washington Jr. are dealing with undisclosed issues and are listed as questionable heading into the matchup.
Penn State Nittany Lions team news
For Penn State, Drew Allar has completed 103 of 159 attempts for 1,100 yards with eight touchdowns and three interceptions, while also adding 172 rushing yards and a score. However, with Allar sidelined due to a significant leg injury, Ethan Grunkemeyer, who has gone 8-of-11 for 105 yards with a passing and rushing touchdown, is expected to step in as the starter.
Kaytron Allen leads the Nittany Lions’ rushing attack with 467 yards and seven touchdowns on 70 carries. Nicholas Singleton has matched him in attempts with 70 of his own, picking up 259 yards and six scores, while Cam Wallace has chipped in 23 yards on six carries.
In the passing game, Trebor Pena leads the team with 20 catches for 202 yards and a touchdown. Kyron Hudson (19 receptions, 218 yards, two TDs) and Devonte Ross (16 catches, 240 yards, three TDs) provide steady production, and the tight end duo of Luke Reynolds (18 catches, 197 yards) and Khalil Dinkins (seven grabs, 105 yards, two TDs) gives Penn State reliable options across the middle.
On special teams, Ryan Barker has been nearly automatic, nailing all 23 extra points and 10 of 11 field goals, with his longest coming from 49 yards. Matthew Parker has only attempted one extra point this season and has yet to try a field goal.