Kaleb Johnson rushes for 173 yards and 2 TDs in Iowa’s 38-21 win over Troy

Troy tight end Ethan Conner (14) catches a pass over Iowa defensive back Koen Entringer, left, during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Kaleb Johnson rushed for 173 yards and two touchdowns as Iowa rallied in the second half for a 38-21 win over Troy on Saturday.

It was the third consecutive 100-yard rushing game for Johnson, who came into the game ranked third nationally at 153 yards per game.

Johnson opened the scoring with a 4-yard touchdown run on Iowa’s first possession then his 33-yard touchdown run with 12:05 left in the game gave the Hawkeyes a 31-21 lead.

The Hawkeyes (2-1) were able to hold off the Trojans (0-3), who got three big scoring plays from receiver Devonte Ross.

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