Iowa Secures Star QB Mark Gronowski

Mark Gronowski, a standout quarterback from South Dakota State University, is transferring to the University of Iowa for his final college season. Gronowski, who led the Jackrabbits to two FCS national championships and was named the 2023 Walter Payton Award winner, brings a dual-threat capability with over 10,300 passing yards and 1,767 rushing yards in his college career. His decision to join Iowa comes after considering the NFL Draft, as he sees an opportunity to develop under Iowa's new offensive coordinator, Tim Lester, who implements an NFL-style offense. Despite Iowa's recent struggles with its passing game, Gronowski's arrival is expected to significantly bolster the team's offense. He is set to compete for the starting position in 2025, providing a much-needed boost to a team that has historically underperformed in passing offense.