Kentucky’s next opponent is trying to keep its cards close to the vest ahead of the season finale. Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz did not reveal who will start at quarterback for the Hawkeyes in the VRBO Citrus Bowl.
Former four-star recruit Spencer Petras has been Iowa’s primary passer this season, completing just 56.9% of his passes for nine touchdowns and six interceptions. Petras was replaced by Alex Padilla in the second half of the Big Ten Championship Game loss to Michigan. Padilla, seen as more of a running threat than the former, appeared in eight games, completed just under 50% of his attempts for a pair of touchdowns and interceptions.