Iowa vs. Tennessee: Predictions and odds for the 2024 Citrus Bowl
Elizabeth Flores
USA TODAY

Oct 21, 2023; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) looks on during the game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
The No. 17 Iowa Hawkeyes are set to play against the No. 21 Tennessee Volunteers in the 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Florida. These two teams have previously met three times, with the Volunteers leading the series 2-1 against the Hawkeyes.

The Iowa Hawkeyes had an impressive 10-3 season, and even made it to the Big Ten Championship game. However, they lost 26-0 to Michigan, which helped the Wolverines secure a spot in the College Football Playoff. Nevertheless, the Hawkeyes are heading to Camping World Stadium for the third time in program history, and the second time in three seasons.

Two Hawkeyes players, Cooper DeJean and Tory Taylor, have been voted as Unanimous All-American, making it the fourth straight season that an Iowa Hawkeyes has earned this honor. To receive this recognition, a player must be chosen by five organizations, including the American Football Coaches Association. During the 2023 season, Taylor punted the ball 86 times with an average of 47.9 yards per punt, while DeJean, a defensive back, made 41 tackles, 26 solo, and 15 assists with two interceptions.