Alex Mota is Iowa’s versatile, fast-rising DB with special-teams value
Mota is a 6-foot, 195-pound defensive back from Marion, Iowa, who moved from receiver to DB and quickly drew praise for how naturally he’s adapting to the switch. In the 2025 season, Iowa’s staff highlighted his progress and listed him with the defense while noting Coaches Appreciation Award recognition; he also looks like a strong special-teams candidate. The draw here is upside: he brings the athletic background, competitiveness, and toughness Iowa loves, plus the hunger of a local kid earning his way into the rotation. If you want a developmental, high-floor depth piece with room to grow, he fits the Hawkeyes mold well.
