Iowa's Kinnick Stadium a Key Stop on Ohio State's Brutal 2026 Schedule

The Iowa Hawkeyes have a prime opportunity to play spoiler in 2026. Ohio State, the preseason No. 1 team in the nation, faces one of the toughest schedules in college football history. And that includes a trip to Kinnick Stadium for the first time since 2017.

For Iowa fans, this is more than a game. It is a chance to disrupt a national title contender and make a statement on the national stage. The Buckeyes' schedule is so rugged that even a 9-3 record is a real possibility, and the Hawkeyes could be the team that delivers a critical blow.

Why Ohio State's 2026 Schedule Matters for Iowa

Ohio State's schedule is a gauntlet. According to the school's own count, nine of their 12 regularseason