The University of Iowa football program has unveiled its depth chart for the 2026 season opener against Northern Illinois, scheduled for Saturday, September 5 at Kinnick Stadium. The game will kick off at 3:15 p.m. Central Time and air on the Big Ten Network as fans eagerly await the start of the new campaign.
The most notable storyline heading into Week 1 remains unresolved at the quarterback position. Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski share top billing on the depth chart, listed together with an “OR” designation, indicating the coaching staff has not yet decided between the two signal-callers. Jimmy Sullivan remains third on the chart at the position.
In other offensive assignments, Kamari Moulton has secured the starting running back role ahead of LJ Phillips Jr. The receiving corps features a three-deep unit at wide receiver led by Reece Vander Zee, Evan James, and Tony Diaz. At tight end, DJ Vonnahme and Addison Ostrenga share top-team status, with Thomas Meyer listed as the backup.
Defensively, Kenny Merrieweather anchors the defensive line at left end, while Iose Epenesa holds down the right side. Jacob Wallace and Jaylen Watson lead the linebacker contingent, and Deshaun Lee starts at right cornerback with Zach Lutmer commanding the free safety spot.
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