Iowa’s in-state DB still climbing the ladder — but 2026 injury clouds his rise
Gerardy is a 6-foot, 199-pound Iowa defensive back who has already shown he’ll do the dirty work: in the 2025 season he played in four games, logged 2 tackles, and earned his first career solo stop against Wisconsin. He’s an in-state Hawkeye who’s known for football IQ and quick buy-in after moving from quarterback to defense, but his 2026 camp progress is now a concern after reports he may miss significant time with an injury. If you want a developmental, team-first DB with toughness and upside, he’s intriguing; if you need immediate availability, the injury status is the red flag.
