With a new quarterback and a new pronunciation of his last name Iowa receiver Nico Ragaini hopes to put up big numbers next season. Ragaini had 34 receptions and one touchdown during an 8-5 season before deciding to use his COVID year to return.

Tight ends Sam LaPorta and Luke Lachey combined for 86 receptions last season and Ragaini is expecting there to be more balance this year.

Ragaini used the offseason to build chemistry with quarterback Cade McNamara.

The Hawkeyes close out spring drills April 22nd.