Caden Buhr’s Late Field Goal Lifts No. 21 Iowa Past Iowa State 16-13
PUBLISHED Sep 13, 2026, 1:42 AM ET
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Caden Buhr kicked a 42-yard field goal with fifteen seconds remaining in the fourth quarter to lift No. 21 Iowa to a 16-13 victory over Iowa State on Saturday night at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. The win improved Iowa's record to 2-0, while Iowa State dropped to 1-1 in the annual in-state rivalry matchup. Iowa State built a 10-0 lead in the second quarter before Iowa responded with a 1-yard touchdown run from quarterback Hank Brown and a 45-yard field goal by Buhr before halftime. In the final period, Buhr tied the game with a 32-yard field goal before hitting the game-winning kick following a nine-play, 31-yard drive. Iowa State threatened late with a 24-yard pass from Jaylen Raynor to Carter Pabst, but a replay review confirmed only one second remained and the Cyclones lacked timeouts, sealing the narrow defeat.
By Neha R. | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- On September 12, 2026, Iowa State built a ten-point lead during the second quarter.
- On September 12, 2026, Hank Brown scored a one-yard rushing touchdown for Iowa.
- On September 12, 2026, Caden Buhr converted a forty-five yard first-half field goal.
- On September 12, 2026, Caden Buhr kicked a thirty-two yard tying field goal.
- On September 12, 2026, Caden Buhr kicked a forty-two yard game-winning field goal.
- On September 12, 2026, a late replay review confirmed one second remaining.
- On September 13, 2026, Associated Press published comprehensive coverage of the game outcome.
- On September 13, 2026, head coach Jimmy Rogers addressed the narrow defeat publicly.
- On September 13, 2026, head coach Kirk Ferentz evaluated the physical contest performance.
- On September 19, 2026, Iowa State scheduled a regular-season game against Bowling Green.
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- Immediate US impact: Captivates national college football fans with dramatic in-state rivalry finish.
- Possible long-term US impact: Reinforces long-term competitive balance within traditional regional college football series.
- Most affected groups: Iowa and Iowa State athletic programs, students, and regional fanbases.
- Priority Guidance: Prioritize official game summaries, coach press conferences, and verified wire reports.
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Caden Buhr kicked a game-winning field goal with fifteen seconds remaining. https://apnews.com/article/iowa-state-score-b76a5847b694cd028d407e5a24f925de
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