Iowa’s offensive line faces a challenge in Saturday’s game at home against Minnesota. The Gopher defense registered nine sacks in last week’s 24-6 win over Nebraska.

That’s Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz who says the Hawkeyes need to avoid third and long.

Ferentz says quarterback Mark Gronowski will need to get the ball out quick in passing situations.

Pre-game coverage on KJAN begins at 12:30-pm, Saturday, with the kick-off from Kinnick Stadium at 2:30-pm.