The Hawkeyes face 1-6 Northwestern this weekend and need to show improvement on the offensive side of the ball. The offensive line has really struggled this year, but the competition is getting easier, starting with NW. This weekend’s game is a must win for the Iowa Hawkeyes on homecoming. Kirk Ferentz made some comments about a reporter on Tuesday that resulted in an apology the next day. People aren’t Interested in feisty Kirk right now, and they just want to see results on the field.