Iowa Hawkeyes Name Quarterbacks to Mt. Rushmore

Iowa Hawkeyes have a rich tradition of producing talented quarterbacks, and selecting the top ones for their Mt. Rushmore is no easy task. Chuck Long, a four-year letterwinner from 1981 to 1985, is widely regarded as the gold standard for Iowa quarterbacks. He finished his career with 10,461 passing yards and 74 passing touchdowns, standing atop the program's all-time list. Long's 1985 season was particularly impressive, with 3,297 yards and 27 touchdowns, earning him the Heisman Trophy runner-up, Maxwell Award winner, and Davey O'Brien Award winner. Brad Banks, who played from 2001 to 2002, is another standout quarterback, known for his peak excellence and ability to control the offense. He added 423 rushing yards and 5 rushing touchdowns to his passing work, completing 58% of his passes and throwing only 5 interceptions. Banks won the Davey O'Brien Award and was a key player in the Hawkeyes' success during the Kirk Ferentz era. And then there are other notable quarterbacks, like Ricky Stanzi, who had a notable career with the Hawkeyes. The selection process for the Mt. Rushmore is challenging, but these quarterbacks have clearly earned their place in Iowa Hawkeyes history. Chuck Long's career numbers are a testament to his hard work and dedication to the program. Brad Banks' ability to perform under pressure was impressive, and his stats reflect his skill as a quarterback. The Hawkeyes' success in the Big Ten conference can be attributed to the strong performances of these quarterbacks. So, who else will be named to the Iowa Hawkeyes' Mt. Rushmore? The answer will have to wait, but for now, Chuck Long and Brad Banks are solid choices. But what about their careers after college? Chuck Long was drafted 12th overall by the Detroit Lions in the 1986 NFL Draft, and Brad Banks had a notable career as well. The Iowa Hawkeyes' Mt. Rushmore is shaping up to be an impressive list of talented quarterbacks.