The Iowa Hawkeyes will be losing a former top recruit on defense.

Jestin Jacobs has announced his plans to enter the transfer portal. Jacobs only played in 2 games for the Hawkeyes in 2022 after suffering a lower-leg injury.

Jacobs was a key contributor for the Hawkeyes in 2021, finishing with 53 tackles, 1 INT, 2 passes defended, and 1 forced fumble.

Jacobs was rated a 4-star prospect out of Northmont High School in Clayton, Ohio. Jacobs chose Iowa over Ohio State, Iowa State, and Notre Dame, among others.

Jacobs will be a key portal target for teams who are seeking to get stronger in the middle of their defense. It is expected that Jacobs will be healthy for the start of the 2023 season.