Caden Buhr Kicks Late Field Goal to Secure Iowa’s Rivalry Win
Caden Buhr kicked a 42-yard field goal with 15 seconds remaining to give No. 21 Iowa a 16-13 victory over Iowa State in their in-state rivalry game.
Detroit, MI, September 12, 2026 — No. 21 Iowa secured a narrow victory over Iowa State in their in-state rivalry game, with a last-minute field goal sealing the outcome.
The decisive moment came with just 15 seconds left on the clock, as kicker Caden Buhr successfully converted a 42-yard field goal. This successful attempt gave the Hawkeyes a 16-13 lead over their rivals.
The game, a highly anticipated in-state contest, remained close throughout. The final score reflects a hard-fought battle between the two teams.
The exact details of how the game reached its final minutes, including the scoring plays prior to Buhr’s field goal, were not provided in the summary. Information regarding possession, defensive stands, or offensive drives leading up to the game-winning kick is also not detailed.
Buhr’s kick proved to be the difference-maker, allowing the No. 21 ranked Iowa team to emerge victorious in the rivalry matchup. The game concluded shortly after the field goal was made.
No further details were available regarding the specific circumstances of the game, player statistics beyond the game-winning kick, or post-game reactions.
Story summarized from the original created by John Bohnenkamp, Associated Press on www.clickondetroit.com, see more information here.
