The Iowa Hawkeyes football program is facing consequences from the NCAA for violations related to the recruitment of quarterback Cade McNamara. Reports indicate that the Hawkeyes will vacate nine wins from the 2022 season, during which McNamara participated in 13 games. The NCAA found that Iowa made illegal contact with McNamara prior to his entry into the transfer portal, which included text messages and phone calls. As a result, the program will not only vacate these victories but will also incur a $25,000 fine and face additional recruiting restrictions. NCAA officials acknowledged the accountability taken by Iowa and its coaching staff in addressing the situation. Following this decision, head coach Kirk Ferentz's win total in the Big Ten will decrease from 213 to 204, requiring him to secure two more wins to reclaim the title of the conference's winningest coach.