Iowa vs. Nebraska: Key Showdown in Week 14 Big Ten Football – How to Watch, Highlights, and Predictions

 

The Iowa Hawkeyes and Nebraska Cornhuskers face off in Week 14 of the 2024 college football season in a highly anticipated Big Ten clash at Kinnick Stadium. The game is set for 7:30 PM ET on Friday, November 29, and will be broadcast live on NBC and streamed on Peacock .

Game Preview

• Nebraska (6-5): Under second-year head coach Matt Rhule, the Cornhuskers have secured bowl eligibility for the first time since 2016. Freshman quarterback Dylan Raiola has been a standout, amassing over 2,300 passing yards this season. Nebraska is coming off a big 44-25 win over Wisconsin, demonstrating offensive firepower that could challenge Iowa's defense .

• Iowa (7-4): The Hawkeyes, led by junior running back Kaleb Johnson, are eyeing a strong finish to the season. Johnson, who is second nationally in rushing yards (1,492) and fourth in touchdowns (21), anchors an offense that complements one of the nation's top defenses, allowing just 17.7 points per game .

How to Watch

• Kickoff: Friday, November 29, 7:30 PM ET
• TV/Streaming: NBC, Peacock

Key Matchup

Iowa’s dominant rushing attack, powered by Johnson, faces a Nebraska defense that has allowed just six rushing touchdowns all season. The game could hinge on Nebraska's ability to limit big plays on the ground .

Head-to-Head

This is the 55th meeting between the teams, with Nebraska leading the all-time series 30-21-3. However, Iowa has had the upper hand since Nebraska joined the Big Ten, going 9-4 in their matchups. Recent games have been nail-biters, with six consecutive meetings decided by a touchdown or less .

Prediction and Odds

Iowa is a 3-point favorite, with an over/under of 40.5 points. Analysts predict a tight game but give the edge to Iowa due to its superior defense and ground game. The projected score is Iowa 28, Nebraska 19.

Stay tuned for live updates and highlights during this pivotal Big Ten matchup. For more details on the game, visit NBC Sports or Fox Sports for comprehensive coverage .