[JonDMiller]

In this article, Rob Howe cites a Draper family member saying that Steven Ferentz will walk on at Iowa this fall.

I think Kirk will probably retire after that...it's a pretty neat thing that he will get to coach all three of his sons at Iowa...allows him to spend some significant time with them in his world, share that with them...maybe make up for some lost family time from earlier in life due to the nature of the job

[JHHawk]

As Mike Bellotti was saying on the ESPNU Signing Day Preview today, the head coach has to be a good closer. The assistants lay the groundwork,but that head coach has to know how to operate in that living room. KF has shown he does. Iowa has to get 95% of their kids from out of state. No other major programs have that kind of challenge. As Overton mentions....KF is a difference-maker.

As for Stephen playing at Iowa....position? D-line? Will he be listed in the walkons?

[MissouriHerk]

I think you are right. But 2013 will be critical.

[treychase]

So we have 5 years to get Barta outta town guys.
Thought of him hiring a fball coach is frightening.

[MoseSchrute]

Don't you think he will fulfill the contract if he gets this rolling again?

[BergHawk7]

kf will leave iowa victorious. iowa will get to the rose bowl within these five years. no im not crazy. this recruiting class will be the one to do it, and ruddock will lead the way.

[jdsmwauk]

BregHawk---I agree and I'm not crazy either. Most days.

Last years class was solid as well. I'm really impressed with the Hawkeye coaching staff. To have 8 & 7 wins seasons and still pull in this class is a credit to the Hawkeye Football Program! I'm a proud fan to see this class finalizing the way it is. Add a couple more big guns and I'll tip my glass or my "Red Solo Cup."

[Herk]

I don't think KF will retire at 62. If Iowa will have him, I think he'll be here as HC for <10 more years.

[pmchawk]

Originally Posted by Herk

I don't think KF will retire at 62. If Iowa will have him, I think he'll be here as HC for <10 more years.

5 is less then 10

[stevefrench]

i think if iowa finishes .500 or worse next year then little stevie isn't gonna get the chance to play for the old man.

[pmchawk]

Originally Posted by stevefrench

i think if iowa finishes .500 or worse next year then little stevie isn't gonna get the chance to play for the old man.

I think we will finish .500 next year. But I only think that his seat will be warm.the following 2 years would be critical.

[dchawk75]

Don't hold your breath on that .500 record, Frenchy!

[TylerSash]

Iowa in the Rose Bowl in the near future.

Now THAT'S hilarious.

[stevefrench]

Originally Posted by dchawk75

Don't hold your breath on that .500 record, Frenchy!

i didnt say that I wished for that or that that was my prediction, I'm just saying if by some chance it happened I could see the AD making a move. and in reality with how easy Iowa's schedule is next year they could be worse than this year and still finish 7-5 or better

[JonDMiller]

Originally Posted by stevefrench

i didnt say that I wished for that or that that was my prediction, I'm just saying if by some chance it happened I could see the AD making a move. and in reality with how easy Iowa's schedule is next year they could be worse than this year and still finish 7-5 or better

I think Iowa is probably a 6-8 win team next year, leanings under 8..and if that happens, there is zero chance, barring some scandal, that Barta replaces Kirk, nor should he.