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The Nittany Lions wore T-shirts that read 'IF' to their game vs. the Hawkeyes. But the motto couldn't lead them to victory.
Hawkeyes spoil the first game for interim coach Terry Smith and the first start for quarterback Ethan Grunkemeyer
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Iowa football's Mark Gronowski shares unique inside scoop on QB keeper to beat Penn State
Iowa quarterback Mark Gronowski iced the game against Penn State taking it himself and shared a unique inside scoop on the play call.
The Nittany Lions had a road win in their possession before the Hawkeyes were able to snatch it away late. Now, a bye week awaits as they prepare for No. 1 Ohio State on Nov. 1
IOWA CITY – It was a bit of a bumpy ride for Ethan Grunkemeyer in his first collegiate start against Iowa on Saturday night at Kinnick Stadium. But in Penn State’s 25-24 loss to the Hawkeyes, Penn State’s redshirt freshman quarterback displayed some of the skills that excited the Nittany Lions’ coaching staff soon after he arrived in 2024.
Mark Gronowski was effusive in his praise of his offensive line and the Iowa fanbase after the Hawkeyes took down Penn State.
Play-by-play action for the Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Iowa Hawkeyes NCAAF game from October 18, 2025 on ESPN.