Iowa's Luke Lachey Returns to Ohio for Game

Luke Lachey, a senior tight end for the Iowa Hawkeyes, is set to play in Ohio Stadium against the Buckeyes, a team he grew up idolizing. As the son of former Ohio State All-American Jim Lachey, he has deep ties to the program but has embraced his role at Iowa, where he has become one of college football's top tight ends. This Saturday's game marks a significant moment for him as he will captain Iowa for the coin toss in front of a large crowd, including family members, as they face a tough matchup as underdogs. Luke has expressed excitement for the opportunity, reflecting on the unique experience of playing in his home state. Despite a prior injury that cut his NFL draft aspirations short, he chose to return for a fifth year at Iowa to complete his college career. The game is not just personal for Lachey, as fellow Iowa players like Kaleb Johnson are also eager to face their home-state rivals.