Hoosiers fall to Iowa, 45-24

As news of Gunner Kiel swirled around Bloomington, the Hoosiers fell to Iowa 45-24 in Iowa City Saturday.

The Hoosiers fall to 1-7 (0-4), mathematically eliminating them from bowl eligibility. Iowa is now 5-2 (2-1).

After an explosion of offense in the first two quarters, the second half was much quieter, with just 20 of 69 total points coming after halftime.

True freshman Tre Roberson started, becoming the third person to start under center for IU this season. He completed 16 of his 24 passes for 196 yards and a touchdown pass. He also showed off his athleticism at times, avoiding defenders and running for 84 yards. He led the Hoosiers in rushing for the game.

Sophomore Stephen Houston started at running back and ran for 74 yards and a touchdown.

Iowa's offense was efficient. Junior quarterback James Vandenberg has completed 12 passes for  254 yards and three touchdowns.

Junior wide receiver Marvin McNutt caught six of those passes for 185 yards and three touchdowns. McNutt's first touchdown, which went for 80 yards, made him the Iowa record holder for touchdown receptions.

Sophomore running back Marcus Coker rushed for two more touchdowns for Iowa. Coker rushed for 140 yards.