Iowa's Kirk Ferentz Becomes Big Ten Winningest Coach with 206th Victory Over UMass

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz made history by becoming the winningest coach in Big Ten Conference history with his 206th victory, surpassing Ohio State legend Woody Hayes during Iowa's 47-7 win over UMass. The Hawkeyes dominated the game on both sides of the ball, with strong performances from quarterback Mark Gronowski and a special teams touchdown by Kaden Wetjen, while holding UMass to just 119 yards of offense. Despite the lopsided score, UMass faced setbacks with multiple injuries, including a serious injury to defensive back TJ Magee, who was stabilized and transported to the hospital but reportedly moving his extremities. Ferentz, known for his traditional, run-focused offensive style and emphasis on tough, physical players, expressed humility about the milestone, noting coaching was never his initial goal and crediting his longevity and success to surrounding himself with great people. Ferentz's tenure at Iowa, now in its 27th season, mirrors Hayes's 27-year Ohio State career in both duration and coaching philosophy, emphasizing defense and special teams. With this record-breaking win, Iowa improved to 2-1 on the season and looks ahead to its next game against Rutgers.