Iowa’s developmental DL with real disruptive upside
Kennedy is an under-the-radar Iowa defensive lineman whose appeal is built on traits more than box-score production: he was a productive high-school pass rusher, earned 2025 Academic All-Big Ten honors, and logged his first career solo tackle in his first game action against Minnesota. His listed strengths are size, strength, and toughness, while Iowa’s staff has already recognized him with a Team Leader Award on defense. For a roster fit, he looks like a classic Hawkeye developmental fit—physical, coachable, and still growing into a bigger role.
