Iowa football coach Kirk Ferentz says the offense made progress under new coordinator Tim Lester. The Hawkeyes’ worst in the nation offense was held scoreless the final two games last season.

Ferentz says patience has been important as a new system is installed.

Starters Gennings (jennings) Dunker and Logan Jones were out with injury but Ferentz feels the offensive line is experienced and deep. It is an area the Hawkeyes have struggled for the past few years.

Starting quarterback Cade McNamara was limited this spring as he recovers from an ACL injury and Ferentz expects him at full speed this summer.

Ferentz expects McNamara to be ready for the season opener.

The Hawkeyes open the season at home on August 31st against Illinois State.