Iowa's Offensive Woes Culminate in Citrus Bowl Shutout
Offensive Coordinator Brian Ferentz to Depart Amid Criticism
- Tennessee defeated Iowa 35-0 in the Citrus Bowl, marking Iowa's second consecutive shutout loss following a 26-0 defeat to Michigan in the Big Ten Championship game.
- Iowa's offensive struggles were highlighted by their failure to surpass 200 yards in a game for the fifth time this season, with the team averaging 234.6 yards per game.
- Iowa's quarterback Deacon Hill ended the season with 19 turnovers, including 11 lost fumbles, contributing significantly to the team's offensive woes.
- Punter Tory Taylor was a notable standout for Iowa, setting the NCAA record for punting yards in a season with 4,479 yards.
- Iowa's offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz, who faced significant criticism for the team's offensive performance, will not return for the 2024 season.