Big Ten Power Rankings: Week 2 Recap

1. (Last Week: 3) Iowa (2-0), W - 27-17 at Iowa State, Next Week: vs. Kent State

Iowa turned four takeaways (three INTs, one fumble) into 20 points and came away with a huge road victory against their in-state rival Iowa State on Saturday. With College GameDay in town, Iowa spoiled the Cyclones’ big day behind an elite performance by Kirk Ferentz’s defense.

The Hawkeyes picked off quarterback Brock Purdy three times, twice in Iowa State’s own territory, and returned a fumble back for a touchdown. Iowa now has seven total takeaways and three defensive touchdowns through their first two games, both wins over ranked opponents. Iowa’s offense was almost non-existent on Saturday (173 total yards),…