The Iowa Hawkeyes they got off to a fast start against the UCLA Bruins.

First, running back Kaleb Johnson kicked a touchdown to put Iowa up 7-0. Then, with UCLA driving down the field, defensive back Quinn Schulte picked off Bruins quarterback Ethan Garbers in the end zone.

Iowa has now collected an interception in 11 straight games, a testament to its ball defense.

The Hawkeyes have been on a roll overall lately, having won two straight games in dominant fashion entering their matchup with the Bruins.

Of course, Iowa’s recent run coincided with the team making a change at quarterback, as Brendan Sullivan replaced Cade McNamara as the starter midway through the Hawkeyes’ matchup with Northwestern two weeks ago.

Sullivan led Iowa to a great half against Northwestern to a convincing 40-14 victory, and last week the Hawkeyes hammered Wisconsin 42-10.

Still, the fact that Iowa plays defense is no surprise.

The Hawkeyes have been known for their defense for some time, even if their secondary has shown some cracks in the early stages of the 2024 campaign.

Things definitely seem to be heading in a very positive direction for Iowa right now as the Hawkeyes seem to be clicking on both sides of the ball.

Iowa won’t earn a spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff, but it’s absolutely on track for a bowl game, and based on how easy its schedule is the rest of the way, running the table isn’t out of the question. of the question.