***** OFFICIAL ***** Legacy Thread

[3-D_chess]

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]

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]

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

 

[eyesofhawk]

Run the ball

 

[3-D_chess]

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]

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]

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

We’ll see

 

[DuddyB]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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

 

[3-D_chess]

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]

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]

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]

Nice addition.

Iowa football lands commitment from legacy prospect

Iowa football is bringing a prized legacy prospect home.

hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com

 

[JerseyCityHawk]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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.