[Lefty Noob]

The Iowa Hawkeyes have a new starting QB in Jake Christensen, a pair of talented senior tailbacks in Albert Young and Damian Sims and one of the best defensive lines in the Big Ten. They could be tested early by an NIU team that has produced some big-time talent, especially at the running back position, in recent years. Do they have anyone who can step up and replace Garrett Wolfe? If so, they could challenge the Hawkeyes. What do you think?

[bears9]

I will be at the game and the Hawks will have know challenge

[Lefty Noob]

Originally Posted by bears9

I will be at the game and the Hawks will have know challenge

So you're not counting on NIU unveiling the next Michael Turner or Garrett Wolfe, eh?

[bears9]

I will not be on Saturday due to my having fun at Soldier field.

[Lefty Noob]

Well, forget the Northern Illinois running backs. How about Albert Young of the Hawkeyes, rushing for 144 yards and a touchdown to lead Iowa to a 16-3 victory over the Huskies? He's eighth all time on the Iowa career rushing yardage list after that performance, according to the AP. As for the NIU rushing attack? They could only manage 21 yards on the ground.

[bears9]

MAn that game was hard to watch bad passes but good defense