Iowa vs. Minnesota: Game Time, TV Schedule, Who to Watch, Where and More

Iowa will attempt to recover from a shaky non-conference schedule with its first game of its Big Ten conference schedule this season.

The Hawkeyes host the Minnesota Golden Gophers at home at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City this Saturday. Kickoff time is 11 a.m.

This is Iowa's homecoming game this year.

Iowa

Iowa is coming off a Chippewas. Iowa appeared to have the game locked up, but Central Michigan recovered an onside kick with 45 second remaining, and marched down the field for a winning 47-yard field goal.

Players to watch: Walk-on Mark Weisman was forced into the starting running back role after injuries knocked out the top two backs. But, Weisman has played spectacularly, including a 217-yard, three touchdown performance last week. Linebacker James Morris has anchored the defense. Quarterback James Vandenberg leads the offense, but has not shined like some hoped thus far.

Minnesota

Last week: The Gophers took down the Syracuse Orangemen 17-10 to remain undefeated on the season. The turnover-minded Minnesota squad forced four, and settled in behind a solid rushing attack and defense.

Players to watch: Running back Donnell Kirkwood gained 99 yards and scored two touchdowns against Syracuse. Max Shortell looms large as a 6-foot-6 quarterback. On defense, Aaron Hill and Derrick Wells have been racking up tackles. 

Who: Iowa versus Minnesota

When: 11 a.m. (central) Saturday.

Where: Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.

Television: ESPN or ESPN2.

Records: Iowa is 2-2; Minnesota is 4-0.

Where to Watch: If you prefer to hang with a crowd, here's a few places to catch the game this weekend in Waukee.

Mickey's Irish Pub

Legacy Sports Bar & Grill

Kenny's Pub

Sidetrack Pub

Chops Old Bank