Jayden Montgomery on Butkus Watch | Iowa Hawkeyes Football News

Jayden Montgomery is stepping into the spotlight as Iowa’s next linebacker legend, earning a spot on the prestigious Butkus Award Watch List — joining the elite ranks after anchoring the defense last season despite injuries and stepping up when Jaden Harrell went down. With Jack Campbell’s 2022 win as the only Hawkeye to claim the award, Montgomery now has the chance to follow in those footsteps while leading a deep, critical linebacker corps that will shoulder much of the load with a new QB. Expect a breakout year — and a pivotal role in Iowa’s Big Ten survival against a brutal early schedule. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/825b878d190df91f