The Iowa Hawkeyes’ contributions to the NFL did not stop at the 2026 NFL Draft, where they saw quite a collection of players land with new NFL teams. The conclusion of the draft turned the page to another period of talent acquisition where teams continue to plump up their rosters with more of the best from the collegiate ranks.
Following the draft, the frenzy of signing undrafted free agents gets underway, and the Iowa Hawkeyes saw a bevvy of players ink deals with NFL teams to continue their football careers and see even more of Kirk Ferentz’s talent make its way to the next level.
The dust of the 2026 NFL Draft is still settling, and as it does, check out where the Iowa Hawkeyes saw their talent sign.
Mark Gronowski, QB: Miami Dolphins
Xavier Nwankpa, Safety: Kansas City Chiefs
Aaron Graves, Defensive Lineman: Baltimore Ravens
Hayden Large, Tight End: Chicago Bears
Ethan Hurkett, Defensive Lineman: Kansas City Chiefs
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This article originally appeared on College Sports Wire: Iowa football NFL undrafted free agents tracker
Reporting by Riley Donald, Hawkeyes Wire / College Sports Wire
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