Dec 12, 2020; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon (54) tackles Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Graham Mertz (5) during the fourth quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
Through eight games played, no one has more sacks in the Big Ten than these two Iowa football players.
There’s no question that Iowa football has one of the best defenses in the nation. The Hawkeyes rank in the top 15 in several defensive categories, but two particular players stand alone when it comes to getting after the quarterback.
It’s not surprising that defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon and defensive end Chauncey Golston are tied for the Big Ten lead in sacks (5.