Here's what Iowa OC Brian Ferentz said during bye week presser
Iowa dropped nine spots down to No. 11 after Purdue snapped its 12-game winning streak. The Hawkeyes will look to get back in the win column when they travel to face Wisconsin in Week 9 after its bye week.
Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz addressed the media during the bye week after the Hawkeyes scored only 7 points vs. Purdue.
Here’s a sampling of what Ferentz had to say:
“We need to find more ways to get Keagan Johnson the ball more. Arland is coming along in a different role and has been productive.” — Brian Ferentz
— IowaFBLive (@IowaFBLive) October 20, 2021
“We are working on some things during this pause in our schedule as we head into our final five games. The goal is to play relevant football in November and the rest is up to us.” — Brian Ferentz
— IowaFBLive (@IowaFBLive) October 20, 2021
“We have tried to give Tyrone Tracy opportunities and we will continue to do that. He is a valuable part of the offense.” — Brian Ferentz
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“You hurt for the players when we lose because you know what they put into it.” — Brian Ferentz
— IowaFBLive (@IowaFBLive) October 20, 2021
“We evaluate and reflect during the bye week. We also take a step back and clear your mind. What we do takes a tremendous amount of focus. We also look forward to what we have over the final five games.” — Brian Ferentz
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“These divisional games are going to come down to who makes fewer mistakes and who works the hardest.” — Brian Ferentz
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Wisconsin is also on a bye this week and most recently edged Army 20-14. Wisconsin leads the all-time series 48-44-2 vs. Iowa. Iowa won last season’s meeting 28-7 at home.