2011 was the last time an Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback threw for 20 touchdowns in a season. James Vandenberg threw 25 touchdowns for the Hawkeyes as he led them to a 7-6 record. Jake Rudock in 2013 was the closest quarterback since to hit the 20 passing touchdowns mark when he threw for 18.
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Now, coming off his first season as the Hawkeyes starter, C.J. Beathard has a chance to be considered one of the best quarterbacks to ever play for the Iowa Hawkeyes. After throwing for 17 touchdowns in 2015, Beathard’s current career total sits at 23.