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Kirk Ferentz Confirms He’ll Return as Iowa’s Head Coach in 2026

The 70-year-old cites strong health with his wife's blessing to quiet questions about how long he will coach.

Overview

  • Iowa finished 8-4 in 2025 and will learn its bowl destination on Sunday, Dec. 7.
  • Ferentz, 70, is the longest-tenured coach in major college football and the Big Ten's all-time wins leader.
  • He said he feels good physically with his wife's permission to continue, adding he does not foresee stopping soon.
  • His current contract runs through 2029, and he previously said he expects to sign another deal at some point.
  • Iowa's 2026 recruiting class ranks No. 25 by 247Sports, including eight four-star commitments.