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Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) runs in a touchdown off of an interception as teammate Jack Campbell (31) smiles while blocking against Kentucky wide receiver Tayvion Robinson during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. Iowa won, 21-0.
Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) runs in a touchdown off of an interception as teammate Jack Campbell (31) smiles while blocking against Kentucky wide receiver Tayvion Robinson during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. Iowa won, 21-0.
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Iowa Hawkeyes players hold hands as they run out onto the field before playing the the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa Hawkeyes players hold hands as they run out onto the field before playing the the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz celebrates after defeating Kentucky the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. Iowa won 21-0.
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz celebrates after defeating Kentucky the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. Iowa won 21-0.
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Kentucky defensive back Jordan Lovett (25), defensive back Zion Childress (11), and wide receiver Brandon White (18) head to the field to face Iowa in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky defensive back Jordan Lovett (25), defensive back Zion Childress (11), and wide receiver Brandon White (18) head to the field to face Iowa in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky and Iowa captains await the result of the coin toss before the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky and Iowa captains await the result of the coin toss before the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops, center, watches his players in the first half of the Music City Bowl against Iowa, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops, center, watches his players in the first half of the Music City Bowl against Iowa, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa quarterback Joe Labas (5) calls out defensive coverage at the line during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa quarterback Joe Labas (5) calls out defensive coverage at the line during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa tight end Luke Lachey (85) gains a first down past Kentucky defense during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa tight end Luke Lachey (85) gains a first down past Kentucky defense during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson (2) rushes past Kentucky defenders during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson (2) rushes past Kentucky defenders during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky running back JuTahn McClain (17) is tackled by Iowa Hawkeyes linebacker Jack Campbell (31) and defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) during the first half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky running back JuTahn McClain (17) is tackled by Iowa Hawkeyes linebacker Jack Campbell (31) and defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) during the first half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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An Iowa fan cheers for his Hawkeyes during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
An Iowa fan cheers for his Hawkeyes during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky wide receiver Tayvion Robinson (9) is stopped by Iowa linebacker Kyler Fisher (37) and defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) during the first half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky wide receiver Tayvion Robinson (9) is stopped by Iowa linebacker Kyler Fisher (37) and defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) during the first half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz talks with an official in the first half of the Music City Bowl against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz talks with an official in the first half of the Music City Bowl against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson (2) runs for a short gain during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson (2) runs for a short gain during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa fans wave to patients in the Stead Family Children's Hospital after the first quarter in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa fans wave to patients in the Stead Family Children's Hospital after the first quarter in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa quarterback Joe Labas talks to his offense during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa quarterback Joe Labas talks to his offense during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa quarterback Joe Labas (5) throws pass during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa quarterback Joe Labas (5) throws pass during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa tight end Luke Lachey (85) runs the ball against the Kentucky Wildcats during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa tight end Luke Lachey (85) runs the ball against the Kentucky Wildcats during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa tight end Luke Lachey (85) scores a touchdown after catching pass as Kentucky linebacker J.J. Weaver (13) tries to knock him out of bounds in the first half of the Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa tight end Luke Lachey (85) scores a touchdown after catching pass as Kentucky linebacker J.J. Weaver (13) tries to knock him out of bounds in the first half of the Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa placekicker Drew Stevens makes a point after touchdown against the Kentucky Wildcats during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa placekicker Drew Stevens makes a point after touchdown against the Kentucky Wildcats during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Members of the University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band play during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl game against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Members of the University of Iowa Hawkeye Marching Band play during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl game against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky linebacker Jordan Wright, left, tackles Iowa wide receiver Diante Vines (0) during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky linebacker Jordan Wright, left, tackles Iowa wide receiver Diante Vines (0) during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade, left, is brought down by Iowa linebacker Seth Benson (44) during the first half of the Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade, left, is brought down by Iowa linebacker Seth Benson (44) during the first half of the Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa wide receiver Nico Ragaini (89) is brought down by Kentucky linebacker D'Eryk Jackson during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa wide receiver Nico Ragaini (89) is brought down by Kentucky linebacker D'Eryk Jackson during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops talks with his players during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops talks with his players during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade (15) attempts a pass during the first half against the Iowa Hawkeyes, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade (15) attempts a pass during the first half against the Iowa Hawkeyes, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) runs for a touchdown after intercepting pass against Kentucky during the first half of the Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) runs for a touchdown after intercepting pass against Kentucky during the first half of the Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) scores a touchdown after intercepting pass against Kentucky in the first half of the Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) scores a touchdown after intercepting pass against Kentucky in the first half of the Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) celebrates his touchdown against Kentucky during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) celebrates his touchdown against Kentucky during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) celebrates his touchdown with Cooper DeJean (3) against Kentucky during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) celebrates his touchdown with Cooper DeJean (3) against Kentucky during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) celebrates with teammates after intercepting pass for a touchdown against Kentucky in the first half of the Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) celebrates with teammates after intercepting pass for a touchdown against Kentucky in the first half of the Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) celebrates his touchdown against Kentucky during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Xavier Nwankpa (1) celebrates his touchdown against Kentucky during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa tight end Luke Lachey (85) runs the ball against Kentucky during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa tight end Luke Lachey (85) runs the ball against Kentucky during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) is pushed out of bounds by Kentucky punter Wilson Berry (93) as DeJean returns a punt during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) is pushed out of bounds by Kentucky punter Wilson Berry (93) as DeJean returns a punt during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky Wildcats lines up against Iowa Hawkeyes during the first half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky Wildcats lines up against Iowa Hawkeyes during the first half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa's Xavier Nwankpa, right, pushes Kentucky's Barion Brown out of bounds during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa's Xavier Nwankpa, right, pushes Kentucky's Barion Brown out of bounds during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive end Joe Evans, left, celebrates with linebacker Jack Campbell (31) after Evans sacked Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade in the second half of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. Iowa won 21-0.
Iowa defensive end Joe Evans, left, celebrates with linebacker Jack Campbell (31) after Evans sacked Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade in the second half of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. Iowa won 21-0.
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Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) tackles Kentucky wide receiver Dane Key (6) after a reception during the first half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) tackles Kentucky wide receiver Dane Key (6) after a reception during the first half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade (15) fumbles as he is sacked by Iowa defensive lineman Deontae Craig (45) during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. Ncaa Football Music City Bowl Iowa At Kentucky
Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade (15) fumbles as he is sacked by Iowa defensive lineman Deontae Craig (45) during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, in Nashville, Tenn. Ncaa Football Music City Bowl Iowa At Kentucky
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Iowa tight end Luke Lachey (85) slips past Kentucky defensive back Keidron Smith (1) for a touchdown during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa tight end Luke Lachey (85) slips past Kentucky defensive back Keidron Smith (1) for a touchdown during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa Hawkeyes fans watch during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa Hawkeyes fans watch during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Riley Moss (33), linebacker Seth Benson (44), and linebacker Jack Campbell (31) tackle Kentucky running back JuTahn McClain during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Riley Moss (33), linebacker Seth Benson (44), and linebacker Jack Campbell (31) tackle Kentucky running back JuTahn McClain during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell (31) is congratulated by defensive lineman Logan Lee (85) after a sack during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell (31) is congratulated by defensive lineman Logan Lee (85) after a sack during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky defensive back Tyrell Ajian (6) blocks a pass by Iowa quarterback Joe Labas (5) during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky defensive back Tyrell Ajian (6) blocks a pass by Iowa quarterback Joe Labas (5) during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa running back Leshon Williams (4) is stopped after a short gain during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa running back Leshon Williams (4) is stopped after a short gain during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade (15) is stopped by Iowa defensive lineman Lukas Van Ness (91) during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade (15) is stopped by Iowa defensive lineman Lukas Van Ness (91) during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) pulls in an interception for a touchdown over Kentucky wide receiver Barion Brown (2) during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) pulls in an interception for a touchdown over Kentucky wide receiver Barion Brown (2) during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) races up the field with an interception for a touchdown against Kentucky during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) races up the field with an interception for a touchdown against Kentucky during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) pulls in an interception for a touchdown over Kentucky wide receiver Barion Brown (2) during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) pulls in an interception for a touchdown over Kentucky wide receiver Barion Brown (2) during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) is congratulated after his interception for a touchdown against Kentucky during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) is congratulated after his interception for a touchdown against Kentucky during the second quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky wide receiver Dane Key (6) is tackled by Iowa linebacker Seth Benson (44) during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky wide receiver Dane Key (6) is tackled by Iowa linebacker Seth Benson (44) during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa quarterback Joe Labas (5) scrambles out of the pocket during the second half against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa quarterback Joe Labas (5) scrambles out of the pocket during the second half against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa running back Leshon Williams (4) is brought down by Kentucky linebacker Jordan Wright (15) during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa running back Leshon Williams (4) is brought down by Kentucky linebacker Jordan Wright (15) during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta (84) is brought down by Kentucky defensive back Keidron Smith (1) during the fourth quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta (84) is brought down by Kentucky defensive back Keidron Smith (1) during the fourth quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky running back JuTahn McClain (17) is stopped by Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell (31) during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky running back JuTahn McClain (17) is stopped by Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell (31) during the first quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson, left, takes a handoff from quarterback Joe Labas during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson, left, takes a handoff from quarterback Joe Labas during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Deontae Craig (45) celebrates after a defensive stop on Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Tayvion Robinson (9) during the second half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Deontae Craig (45) celebrates after a defensive stop on Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Tayvion Robinson (9) during the second half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade (15) is sacked by Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Sebastian Castro during the second half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade (15) is sacked by Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Sebastian Castro during the second half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky quarterback Deuce Hogan looks to pass the ball against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky quarterback Deuce Hogan looks to pass the ball against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky quarterback Deuce Hogan looks to pass the ball against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky quarterback Deuce Hogan looks to pass the ball against the Iowa Hawkeyes during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson (9) breaks a tackle attempt by Kentucky defensive back Zion Childress (11) during the second half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson (9) breaks a tackle attempt by Kentucky defensive back Zion Childress (11) during the second half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa quarterback Joe Labas (5) throws the ball as Kentucky Wildcats defensive back Andru Phillips (23) brings pressure during the second half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa quarterback Joe Labas (5) throws the ball as Kentucky Wildcats defensive back Andru Phillips (23) brings pressure during the second half in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Nico Ragaini makes a catch for a first down during the second half against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Nico Ragaini makes a catch for a first down during the second half against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa wide receiver Nico Ragaini (89) celebrates after a catch for a first down during the second half against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa wide receiver Nico Ragaini (89) celebrates after a catch for a first down during the second half against the Kentucky Wildcats in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa fans cheer for their Hawkeyes during the fourth quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl game against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. Iowa won, 21-0.
Iowa fans cheer for their Hawkeyes during the fourth quarter of the TransPerfect Music City Bowl game against Kentucky, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn. Iowa won, 21-0.
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Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade, left, gets tackled Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky quarterback Destin Wade, left, gets tackled Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson gets tackled by Kentucky linebacker Jordan Wright during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson gets tackled by Kentucky linebacker Jordan Wright during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops, left, shakes hands with Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz after the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Kentucky head coach Mark Stoops, left, shakes hands with Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz after the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa's Cooper DeJean (3), Deontae Craig (45) and Xavier Nwankpa (1) celebrate after their win over Kentucky in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa's Cooper DeJean (3), Deontae Craig (45) and Xavier Nwankpa (1) celebrate after their win over Kentucky in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive lineman Logan Lee puts on a championship hat after defeating Kentucky in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive lineman Logan Lee puts on a championship hat after defeating Kentucky in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive lineman Deontae Craig (45) celebrates after defeating Kentucky the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive lineman Deontae Craig (45) celebrates after defeating Kentucky the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Dallas Craddieth (15) celebrates with the championship trophy after defeating Kentucky in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Dallas Craddieth (15) celebrates with the championship trophy after defeating Kentucky in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa defensive back Dallas Craddieth holds up the championship trophy after defeating Kentucky in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa defensive back Dallas Craddieth holds up the championship trophy after defeating Kentucky in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa Hawkeyes players, Sam Laporta, Riley Moss, Tory Taylor and Cooper DeJean receive their trophy after winning against the Kentucky Wildcats during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa Hawkeyes players, Sam Laporta, Riley Moss, Tory Taylor and Cooper DeJean receive their trophy after winning against the Kentucky Wildcats during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa's Cooper DeJean is interviewed after winning the MVP award against the Kentucky Wildcats during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa's Cooper DeJean is interviewed after winning the MVP award against the Kentucky Wildcats during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz hugs Riley Moss after the win against the Kentucky Wildcats after the TransPerfect Music City Bowl in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz hugs Riley Moss after the win against the Kentucky Wildcats after the TransPerfect Music City Bowl in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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Iowa's Riley Moss celebrates the win against the Kentucky Wildcats during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
Iowa's Riley Moss celebrates the win against the Kentucky Wildcats during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn.
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