The Iowa to NFL pipeline remains strong, especially on the defensive side of the football.
The Iowa Hawkeyes had five players drafted in the 2025 NFL Draft, and the preseason was a chance for them to showcase their abilities.
During the three-game NFL preseason, two former Hawkeyes stood out with their stellar play and were named to CBS Sports' preseason All-Rookie Team.
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Yahya Black and Jay Higgins were named to the All-Rookie team after posting solid numbers for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens during the preseason.