Iowa receiver Reece Vander Zee is ready for an even bigger role this season. The former Central Lyon/George-Little Rock star started eight game as a true freshman last season and had three touchdowns. That experience has paid off as he gets ready for the new season.

Vander Zee likes the progress of the offense under transfer quarterback Mark Gronowski.

Vander Zee is part of a receiver corps that features a lot more depth this season.

The Hawkeyes open a week from Saturday at home against the University of Albany.