Ahead of No. 20 Iowa football's (6-2 3-2 Big Ten) important road matchup on Saturday against Northwestern (6-2 3-2 Big Ten), the Hawkeyes have updated their availability report.
According to Friday night's availability report, the most notable changes for the Hawkeyes are upgrades to defensive backs Zach Lutmer and Jaylen Watson and wide receiver Dayton Howard, each listed as probable.
Zach Lutmer, Jaylen Watson & Dayton Howard upgraded to probable.
— Chad Leistikow🆑 (@ChadLeistikow) November 7, 2026
Aidan Chiles officially doubtful. pic.twitter.com/P3NqoieiiX
As for Northwestern, arguably the most impactful name on their updated availability report is the downgrade of starting quarterback Aidan Chiles, who has been moved from questionable to doubtful for Saturday's contest.
Iowa and Northwestern
kick off at the new Ryan Field at 6:30 p.m. CT and will be broadcast on Fox.
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