In the annual rivalry game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Nebraska Cornhuskers, tensions were high as the Cornhuskers refused to engage in the traditional pre-game handshake with their opponents. Nebraska’s head coach had also walked through Iowa’s warmup area, further fueling the animosity between the teams. Despite Nebraska taking an early lead, the Hawkeyes ultimately secured a 13-10 victory with a game-winning 53-yard field goal by kicker Drew Stevens. After the game, Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins made a point to shake hands with Nebraska’s head coach, showing sportsmanship despite the earlier incidents. Higgins highlighted the differences in character between the two programs, pointing to Iowa’s tradition of respect and sportsmanship under long-time coach Kirk Ferentz. Ferentz himself refrained from commenting on the pre-game actions, emphasizing the importance of following pregame etiquette. The intense rivalry game ended with the Hawkeyes emerging as the victors and showcasing their commitment to sportsmanship and integrity.
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