10.06.09 - Hawkeye Links

Black Heart Gold Pants analyzes Iowa's 24-21 win over Arkansas State in 'The Takeaway', and answers the question 'What does it all mean?' ESPN.com's Adam Rittenberg defends Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz and his high salary and points out how important it has been for Iowa to maintain stability within the program during Kirk's tenure. The Northwest Herald talks with Crystal Lake, IL native Bryan Bulaga about the thyroid issue that held him out of three games this season. Bulaga will not have to take medication to regulate his thyroid but will get regular blood tests this year as a precaution. Storminspank takes a look at the defenses Michigan QB Tate Forcier has faced so far this season and concludes the Hawkeyes will handle young T. Forcier. Set the DVR for some classic Hayden vs. Bo. The Big Ten Network will air two classic Iowa-Michigan battles this afternoon as part of their series "Big Ten's Greatest Games": 5PM (Central): 1990 - Iowa at Michigan - Coming off a loss a Michigan State, #10 Michigan went home to take on #22 Iowa. In the end, Michigan fails on a 2-point conversion, giving Iowa the win and ultimately a share of the conference crown. 7PM (Central): 1983 - Iowa at Michigan Iowa wrestler Joe Slaton was charged with shoplifting Sunday morning. Slaton reportedly was charged with stealing two packages of ear plugs from Paul's Discount in Iowa City.