The 1967 Iowa Hawkeyes football team was an American football team that represented the University of Iowa as a member of the Big Ten Conference during the 1967 Big Ten football season. In their second year under head coach Ray Nagel, the Hawkeyes compiled a 1–8–1 record (0–6–1 in conference game), finished in last place in the Big Ten, and were outscored by a total of 277 to 161.
The 1967 Hawkeyes gained 1,294 rushing yards and 1,748 passing yards. On defense, they gave up 2,544 rushing yards and 1,311 passing yards.2022 Iowa Football Media Guide, p. 161.
The team's statistical leaders included quarterback Ed Podolak (79-of-162 passing, 1,014 yards), Silas McKinnie (588 rushing yards, 56 points scored), Al Bream (55 receptions for 703 yards), Rod Barnhart (124 total tackles), and Steve Wilson (seven interceptions).2022 Iowa Football Media Guide, pp. 278-280. McKinnie and defensive back Tony Williams were the team captains.2022 Iowa Football Media Guide, p. 220. McKinnie was selected as the team's most valuable player.2022 Iowa Football Media Guide, p. 222.
The team played its home games at Iowa Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa. Home attendance totaled 241,993, an average of 48,399 per game.2022 Iowa Football Media Guide, p. 260.
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This was the first season since 1952 that Iowa faced Illinois, following the chaos of their last matchup.https://www.winsipedia.com/games/illinois/vs/iowa Illinois vs. Iowa All-Time. Winsipedia.
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