* OFFICIAL * Legacy Thread

3-D_chess · Dec 2, 2025

As stated in the subject heading, this thread is VERY official. Any complaints about this content should be directed to the solicitor general of the United Nations. Any legal questions should be directed to the law-firm: Dewey, Cheatham & Howe. And as always leave a laughing emoji if you find my post a biblical epiphany. Finally, you should never start a sentence with "and".

This will be an ongoing assessment in how we are building a better future for the football (occasionally I'll mention other sports and how they are affected) program thru utilizing "legacy" contacts.
For the purpose of this thread "legacy" includes everything from the relatives (siblings; children; extended family; etc) of former players/coaches to relatives of graduates/administration/board of regents.

Ultimate finally, if you have information on legacies that is not being covered by other outlets leave it here and you will be rewarded with Taylor Swift concert tickets and a backstage pass.

3-D_chess · Dec 10, 2025

1st legacy in 2027 class ... congrats to commit Gavin Stecker. I assume he is a cousin to WR Dylan Stecker.
He joins legacies Mason Woods (TE); Iose Epenesa (DL); Drew Campbell (DE) and Jayden Montgomery (LB)

Iron Doc · Dec 10, 2025

and where would we be able to find 3rd party verification that this is THE original thread?

eyesofhawk · Dec 11, 2025

Run the ball

3-D_chess · Dec 20, 2025

Iowa football losing key staffer, LeVar Woods, to Michigan State

Iowa football is losing longtime, key staffer LeVar Woods to Michigan State.

hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com

I'm guessing Mason goes with him. Still can't understand why they stuck him at TE? He's not the right size for that. Iowa will miss both of them ... a lot.

Palmerhawk · Dec 20, 2025

3-D_chess said:
Iowa football losing key staffer, LeVar Woods, to Michigan State

Iowa football is losing longtime, key staffer LeVar Woods to Michigan State.

hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com

I'm guessing Mason goes with him. Still can't understand why they stuck him at TE? He's not the right size for that. Iowa will miss both of them ... a lot.

Levar emphatically said Mason bleeds black and gold and will stick with his dream school.

DuddyB · Dec 20, 2025

Anon1751543574 said:
Levar emphatically said Mason bleeds black and gold and will stick with his dream school.

We’ll see

DuddyB · Dec 20, 2025

3-D_chess said:
Iowa football losing key staffer, LeVar Woods, to Michigan State

Iowa football is losing longtime, key staffer LeVar Woods to Michigan State.

hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com

I'm guessing Mason goes with him. Still can't understand why they stuck him at TE? He's not the right size for that. Iowa will miss both of them ... a lot.

I’m intrigued on how they could use him. He’s a bit of a tweeter like the Sadiq kid from Oregon.

3-D_chess · Dec 22, 2025

Niiiiiiiiice. Hopefully he doesn't bolt for the NFL the first chance he gets. Of course I don't really blame his brother, I mean 3 yrs of Captain Conservative is more than enough.

College Football Recruiting Classes - ESPN

Find what players have committed to your favorite school. Videos, analysis and more on ESPN.com

www.espn.com

Iowa football recruiting: Hawkeyes legacy, Jaxx DeJean, commits

As Iowa football continues to bolster its future, the Hawkeyes have added to their 2027 class with a commitment from a four-star legacy tight end.

hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com

3-D_chess · Dec 22, 2025

DuddyB said:
I’m intrigued on how they could use him. He’s a bit of a tweeter like the Sadiq kid from Oregon.

Wasn't it 1991 Hayden had a 6'1" 230 DE who was an All-American. Something like 18 sacks. I think he was a converted RB. I hoped that would be his future, certainly not TE with the wealth of talent already in the room.

bobchawk · Dec 23, 2025

3-D_chess said:
Wasn't it 1991 Hayden had a 6'1" 230 DE who was an All-American. Something like 18 sacks. I think he was a converted RB. I hoped that would be his future, certainly not TE with the wealth of talent already in the room.

Leroy Smith..came in as a running back. From Jersey I think.

Madman_1 · Dec 23, 2025

bobchawk said:
Leroy Smith..came in as a running back. From Jersey I think.

That guy dominated Ohio State.

Probably would have been one of my favorite Hawkeye games if it wasn't under such horrible circumstances.

squeezebox_1 · Dec 23, 2025

Sean Considine's son has been mentioned multiple times. Not sure if he gets a PWO though.

3-D_chess · Dec 23, 2025

squeezebox_1 said:
Sean Considine's son has been mentioned multiple times. Not sure if he gets a PWO though.

Good work. IIRC Dean Oliver's son is walking on in 26 as a WR. Anyone have info on his talent level?

squeezebox_1 · Dec 23, 2025

3-D_chess said:
Good work. IIRC Dean Oliver's son is walking on in 26 as a WR. Anyone have info on his talent level?

His highlight tapes are impressive, I am far from a scout, but he does look legit to me.

3-D_chess · Jan 9, 2026

I'm sensing an emerging pattern

Iowa football legacy announces BYU transfer portal commitment

The son of a former great Iowa football star has found a new home in the Big 12 conference.

hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com

3-D_chess · Feb 8, 2026

Nice addition.

Iowa football lands commitment from legacy prospect

Iowa football is bringing a prized legacy prospect home.

hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com

JerseyCityHawk · Feb 9, 2026

3-D_chess said:
Wasn't it 1991 Hayden had a 6'1" 230 DE who was an All-American. Something like 18 sacks. I think he was a converted RB. I hoped that would be his future, certainly not TE with the wealth of talent already in the room.

Yes, my boy from Sicklerville, NJ… just down the road where I grew up

3-D_chess · Jul 3, 2026

I can't see this as anything other than a win. I hope we pick up some (2027) legacies before this recruiting cycle is over.

Iowa football offers 2028 Hawkeyes legacy offensive lineman

After attending Iowa's Hawkeye Tailgater event, the program offered 2028 offensive lineman James Barrett, who is the son of OL coach George Barnett.

hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com

Grayhair1981 · Jul 3, 2026

JerseyCityHawk said:
Yes, my boy from Sicklerville, NJ… just down the road where I grew up

If I remember it right, Leroy Smith was listed around 210.

JerseyCityHawk · Jul 4, 2026

Grayhair1981 said:
If I remember it right, Leroy Smith was listed around 210.

And I think 6’1 maybe 6’2 and was originally a RB I believe

3-D_chess · Sep 7, 2026

Let's take a look at how the legacies are positioned to help the Hawkeyes this year and beyond.
Starting with the newbies
Eli Kampman - DB - 6-2 200
Isaiah Oliver - WR - 5-11 200
Apollo Payne - WR - 6-3 215
Luke Brewer (kinda, his sister plays on the softball team)
Mason Woods - TE 6-2 230 (wondering if MSU is gonna poach him)
George Nahas - OL - 6-3 295
Iose Epenesa - DL - 6-3 270
Drew Campbell - DL - 6-4 255
Julian Manson - LB - 6-3 225
Jayden Montgomery - LB - 5-11 230

That's a damn good collection. Obviously this year several will be key to Iowa's run to the CFP.

An update on a couple who got away.
Mac Markway - LSU TE, ended up playing DL for Nebraska. Hasn't really contributed.
Kyler Kasper (pretty sure KF is going after his younger brother) - Oregon WR ended up playing at BYU. 4/42 yds in their recent 63-7 win over Utah Tech, where Deacon Hill plays. I'm a little surprised Deacon didn't lead his team to a victory over BYU.

3-D_chess · Monday at 3:09 PM

Last I checked we're still recruiting Braylon Kasper.

His brother (who KF missed on) is a starter for 7th ranked BYU.
He's their 2nd leading WR
30

YDS
430

TD
5

AVG
14.3

Hopefully now that the HC had discovered the forward pass we'll be able to reel in some legacy WR's in the future.

Kceasthawk@77 · Monday at 3:17 PM

3-D_chess said:
Last I checked we're still recruiting Braylon Kasper.

His brother (who KF missed on) is a starter for 7th ranked BYU.
He's their 2nd leading WR
30

YDS
430

TD
5

AVG
14.3

Hopefully now that the HC had discovered the forward pass we'll be able to reel in some legacy WR's in the future.

If its SO important to you to keep making back handed comments about the coaches here, then WHY do you care. I mean seriously, you hate KF so much. News flash he's going to be here at least three more years. Maybe take a break.

oh, and despite at least three post on the subject by you. Mason Woods is still a Hawk......

KuwaitHawk · Monday at 4:20 PM

Iron Doc said:
and where would we be able to find 3rd party verification that this is THE original thread?

Ask THE official university, THE ohio state bucknuts, they know everything about ‘THE’.

3-D_chess · Tuesday at 12:09 AM

I would love to see him become a two-way player here.

https://sports.yahoo.com/article/iowa-football-offers-son-former-211553379.html

3-D_chess · Tuesday at 10:36 AM

Iron Doc said:
and where would we be able to find 3rd party verification that this is THE original thread?

Wikipedia. They have a sterling reputation for telling the truth.

3-D_chess · Tuesday at 10:56 AM

KuwaitHawk said:
Ask THE official university, THE ohio state bucknuts, they know everything about ‘THE’.

That O$U naming thing was silly. It felt like their PR department had the self-esteem issues of Patrisse Cullors.

Iron Doc · Tuesday at 3:52 PM

3-D_chess said:
Wikipedia. They have a sterling reputation for telling the truth.

Actually. my initial response was an attempt to trigger the poster by leading off with "and". An admittedly feeble attempt at humor.

(I tried)

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