Iowa’s hard-hitting, turnover-hunting safety
John Lowdermilk was a disruptive, physical defensive back for Iowa, and in the 2014 season he finished with 95 tackles, three interceptions, and two forced fumbles, while starting 25 straight games at strong safety[4]. He stood out for his range, reliability, and knack for making impact plays in big moments — including a pick-six against Nebraska and a 71-yard interception return in the Outback Bowl[4][14]. Recruiting services viewed him as a modestly rated prospect, but his production and toughness made him a classic Iowa overachiever-type fit[5][8].
