Iowa will be without starting quarterback Spencer Petras in the Music City Bowl due to an injury he suffered against Nebraska.
The Hawkeyes have struggled offensively all season, only topping 30 points once (33 points vs. Northwestern).
To make matters worse, Iowa’s backup quarterback Alex Padilla has entered the transfer portal.
Official: Kirk Ferentz announces that QB Spencer Petras will miss the Music City Bowl due to injury suffered against Nebraska. It required surgery.
— Kennington Lloyd Smith III (@SkinnyKenny_) December 4, 2022
Third stringer Joey Labas (pictured) is expected to be named starting quarterback for the bowl game.