At least one college preview magazine expects the Iowa offense to make significant progress this season. Phil Steele of Phil Steele’s College Football Previews says the addition of Michigan transfer Cade McNamara at quarterback will boost an offense that ranked 130th out of 131 FBS teams during an 8-5 season.

Steele says overall the Hawkeye offense has more talent and experience.

Iowa only scored 19 offensive touchdowns last season and Steele expects that number to be much larger this season.

The Hawkeyes open the season at home on September second against Utah State. Phil Steele’s College Football Preview is available at all Barnes and Nobel stores.