Iowa football stars Jay Higgins, Kaleb Johnson, and Kaden Wetjen were recognized on Sporting News’ end-of-season All-American teams. Higgins and Johnson were named first-team All-Americans, with Higgins becoming a unanimous consensus All-American and Johnson a consensus pick. Higgins also received the Butkus-Fitzgerald Big Ten Linebacker of the Year award. Johnson, named to various All-America teams, set school records in points, total touchdowns, and rushing scores. Wetjen was a second-team All-American and excelled in punt and kickoff returns. Iowa has now had a consensus All-American player for six consecutive seasons, with 33 in program history. The Hawkeyes will face Missouri in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Dec. 30. The game will be televised on ESPN. Iowa fans can follow ongoing coverage of the team on social media and Scout.
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Three Iowa Football Stars Earn All-American Honors from Sporting News
