Iowa vs. Wisconsin Football Player Stats (2026)

Passing, receiving, rushing and defensive standouts from Iowa’s 30-0 win

Iowa’s 30-0 victory over Wisconsin on October 31, 2026, featured an efficient passing performance from Hank Brown, two touchdowns involving DJ Vonnahme and a dominant defensive effort. This player-focused breakdown separates individual performances from the broader game recap and uses the final game statistics rather than pregame season averages.

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Top player stats from Iowa vs. Wisconsin

Player	Team	Game performance
Hank Brown, QB	Iowa	20-of-24 passing, 222 yards, 2 pass TD
DJ Vonnahme, TE	Iowa	5 catches, 54 yards; 1 receiving TD and 1 rushing TD
Tony Diaz, WR	Iowa	4 catches, 75 yards, 1 receiving TD
Reece Vander Zee, WR	Iowa	5 receptions, 51 yards
Caden Buhr, K	Iowa	3 field goals (24, 28, 54 yards)
Jaylon Domingeaux, WR	Wisconsin	6 catches, 86 yards
Cooper Catalano, LB	Wisconsin	16 tackles

Hank Brown: accuracy and drive management

Brown completed 20 of 24 attempts for 222 passing yards and two touchdowns, without an interception. His first touchdown was a four-yard throw to DJ Vonnahme during the first quarter. His second was a four-yard connection with Tony Diaz in the second quarter, concluding an important 98-yard scoring drive.

The completion rate was one of the clearest differentiators in this matchup. Brown repeatedly kept Iowa ahead of the chains rather than forcing Wisconsin to defend low-percentage throws. The Hawkeyes ended with 222 passing yards, complementing a rushing game that added 140 yards.

DJ Vonnahme, Tony Diaz and Iowa receiving leaders

Vonnahme caught five passes for 54 yards and a touchdown, then scored again on a two-yard run in the third quarter. Those are two total touchdowns, but only one should be counted as a receiving touchdown. Diaz led Iowa in receiving yards with 75 on four catches, including his touchdown reception. Reece Vander Zee finished with five receptions for 51 yards.

Kicker Caden Buhr contributed nine points through field goals, converting from 24, 28 and 54 yards. He also made three extra points. The long third-quarter kick pushed Iowa to its final 30-0 margin and highlighted Iowa’s ability to score outside the red zone.

Wisconsin’s individual performances

Jaylon Domingeaux was Wisconsin’s leading receiver, catching six passes for 86 yards. A 41-yard completion from Colton Joseph to Domingeaux created one of the Badgers’ best scoring chances, but the drive ended without points. Linebacker Cooper Catalano posted 16 tackles, a standout individual total during an afternoon in which Wisconsin’s defense spent extended time on the field.

Wisconsin finished with 183 passing yards overall, but that team total should not be incorrectly attributed to Joseph alone. Iowa’s defense limited the Badgers to 52 rushing yards and forced three turnovers, reducing the impact of the yardage Wisconsin did gain through the air.

Side-by-side team production

Category	Iowa	Wisconsin
Passing yards	222	183
Rushing yards	140	52
Total offensive yards	362	235
First downs	20	9
Turnovers	1	3

These team numbers provide context for player output: Iowa generated more opportunities through longer drives and stronger field position, while Wisconsin’s offense could not turn intermittent gains into points. For the full scoring sequence, see the linked game recap.

Frequently asked questions

How many yards did Hank Brown pass for against Wisconsin?

He finished with 222 passing yards and two touchdown passes.

Did DJ Vonnahme score twice?

Yes. Vonnahme scored once on a reception and once on a rushing play.

Who led Wisconsin in receiving and tackles?

Jaylon Domingeaux had six catches for 86 yards; Cooper Catalano registered 16 tackles.