Top100 QB Jake Nawrot recaps 'great' Iowa visit

Arlington Heights star quarterback discusses his latest college recruiting stop.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 4:37am

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Jake Nawrot, a highly-ranked Top100 quarterback prospect from Arlington Heights, Illinois, recently visited the University of Iowa as part of his nationwide college recruiting tour. Nawrot, who is considered the No. 68 overall player in the country and the No. 6 quarterback, had a positive experience during his time in Iowa City and connected well with head coach Kirk Ferentz and the Hawkeyes' coaching staff.

Why it matters

Nawrot is one of the most sought-after high school quarterbacks in the country, with offers from many of the top college football programs. His recruitment process and campus visits are closely watched by fans and media as he narrows down his options for where he will play at the next level.

The details

As a junior, Nawrot led the state of Illinois in passing touchdowns, was named to the All-State, All-Area, and All-Conference teams, and set school records for passing yards, touchdowns, and completion percentage. The 6-foot-4, 200-pound quarterback has been visiting several top programs, including Kentucky, Florida State, Oregon, and now Iowa, as he evaluates his college options.

  • Nawrot recently visited the University of Iowa as part of his nationwide college recruiting tour.

The players

Jake Nawrot

A Top100 quarterback prospect from Arlington Heights, Illinois, who is considered the No. 68 overall player in the country and the No. 6 quarterback.

Kirk Ferentz

The head coach of the University of Iowa football team, who Nawrot connected with during his campus visit.

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What they’re saying

“I really enjoyed my visit to Iowa. It was a great experience and I connected well with the coaching staff.”

— Jake Nawrot, Top100 Quarterback Prospect

What’s next

Nawrot is scheduled to visit the University of Washington and Kansas State University before making his college decision.

The takeaway

As one of the top high school quarterbacks in the country, Nawrot's recruitment process is closely watched by fans and media. His positive experience at Iowa suggests the Hawkeyes could be a contender for his commitment, but he still has several other top programs to visit before making his final decision.