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2025 NCAAF Handicapping Analysis: Week 4
(2-1) Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights (3-0)
Date: Friday, September 19, 2025
Time: 8:00PM
Venue: SHI Stadium, Piscataway, New Jersey
Week 4 ATS Betting Lines: (BET NOW!) Iowa -2.5 | Rutgers +2.5
Week 4 CFB Moneyline Odds: Iowa -142 | Rutgers +120
College Football Betting Total: O/U 45.5
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Same old Iowa, right? They are looking to rebound after a toothless offense negated a strong defensive performance.
Meanwhile, Rutgers has yet to lose. They did what they needed to do in nonconference play to have a chance at a bowl game.
Rutgers has a chance to make a statement at home on Friday night. They have never beaten Iowa on hte gridiron.
In two of those four games they were shutout so there is lots of room for improvement on past results.
Iowa Hawkeyes
The CyHawk game is one of the more underrated rivalries in the sport, I think, because they play it early, so it feels like there is less at stake. Iowa lost this year as its offense struggled to score.
QB Mark Gronowksi had a ton of success at South Dakota State, but his numbers with Iowa have thus far been underwhelming. The question is how reasonable the expectations were that he could jump a level and put up big numbers, especially at Iowa.
The Iowa defense seems to be as salty as ever. They have given up only 27 points through three games and just 13 in the loss to Iowa State.
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Iowa Hawkeyes Stats
Iowa visits Rutgers with a record of 2-1. They began their season with a dominant 34-7 win over Albany, followed by a close 16-13 loss to rival Iowa State, then bounced back with a decisive 47-7 victory against UMass.
Offensively, Iowa has averaged 23.5 points per game and 286 total yards per game. The running game has been the strength, with the team averaging 220.5 rushing yards per game. Xavier Williams has been a key contributor, leading the team with 148 rushing yards.
The passing offense, however, has struggled, averaging only 65.5 yards per game. Quarterback Mark Gronowski has completed 21 of 39 passes for 127 yards and one touchdown.
On the defensive side, the Hawkeyes have been very good, holding opponents to an average of just 11.5 points per game and 207.5 total yards per game. They’ve been particularly effective at stopping the run, allowing only 73.5 rushing yards per game.
The team’s defensive prowess has been critical to their early-season success, a trend that aligns with the program’s long-standing identity.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights
Rutgers has taken an interesting approach to their nonconference schedule. With each ensuing game their opponent has been easier. They barely beat Ohio, but Miami of Ohio and Norfolk State were wins and covers.
The coach wants to be physical and rely on the running game, but thus far the passing attack has been the more dynamic element. I am not sure that is sustainable, and they definitely want to be balanced if they can be against Iowa.
QB Athan Kaliakmanis has to be strong against an Iowa defense that often makes signal callers uncomfortable. He has the benefit of probably not needing to post a ton of points to keep his team in the game, though.
The Rutgers defense is hard to get a good read on just yet.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights Stats
Rutgers is off to a good start with 3-0 record. They opened their season with a narrow 34-31 victory over Ohio, followed by a commanding 45-17 win against Miami (Ohio). Their most recent game was a dominant 60-10 win over FCS Norfolk State. The Scarlet Knights’ offense is averaging 46 points and 461 yards per game. This offensive output is largely due to a strong passing game led by quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis, who has completed 72.9% of his passes for 820 yards and 7 touchdowns.
On the ground, RB Antwan Raymond has been the primary back, accumulating 248 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns. The team’s rushing attack averages 164.7 yards per game.
Defensively, Rutgers has allowed an average of 19 points per game and 342 total yards per game. The run defense has given up 149 rushing yards per game and they have been effective against the pass, allowing only 194.0 yards per game. They have also forced two interceptions and have not committed a turnover themselves.
Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Rutgers Scarlet Knights Football Betting Trends
- The total has gone OVER in 11 of Iowa’s last 16 games.
- Also, Iowa is 6-3 SU in its last 9 games.
- Iowa is 1-4 SU in its last 5 games on the road.
- Iowa is 13-5 SU in its last 18 games against an opponent in the Big Ten conference.
- Rutgers is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games.
- The total has gone OVER in 6 of Rutgers’ last 6 games.
- Additionally, Rutgers is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games.
- The total has gone OVER in 7 of Rutgers’ last 7 games at home.
4* Free 2025 Week 4 NCAA Betting Prediction: Iowa -2.5
Iowa has broken my heart so many times over the years. They have probably done that to you too.
Meanwhile, Fresno State is rebuilding under Matt Entz with QB EJ Warner leading a new-look unit, but Kansas’ defense is vulnerable enough to give them scoring chances.
Nevertheless, I like them as small dogs against a program they have historically succeeded against. This type of line might be the only kind you can really back the Hawkeyes with.
I do think Rutgers is an interesting team this season, but pick’em kind of underdog roles are not the best spot for this program.
I just don’t trust their offense enough at this point. Prove me wrong Rutgers!
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