Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson says experience will help the Hawkeyes move on after a disappointing loss at Michigan State. The Hawkeyes take a 4-3 record into Saturday’s game against Northwestern.

Jackson believes the Hawkeyes will bounce back with a good effort.

The third loss means many of Iowa’s preseason goals are unreachable but Jackson says there is still plenty to play for.

This game will match an underachieving Iowa defense against Northwestern’s worst in the Big Ten offense. Hawkeye defensive end Deontae Craig.

Iowa receiver Jacob Gill and backup quarterback Brendan Sullivan both played at Northwestern last season. Gill says he has kept in touch with some of his former teammates.

Gill says he and Sullivan are trying to help offensive coordinator Tim Lester prepare for the game.