Iowa senior quarterback Mark Gronowski left last week’s game against Indiana late in the fourth quarter due to an apparent knee injury. However, this setback is not expected to end his season.
CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz reported on Saturday that Gronkowski's injury is not considered long-term or one that will impact his ability to contribute to the season. The Hawkeyes are on a bye this weekend before facing Wisconsin next week. Gronowski was seen favoring his leg after a tackle and did not return to the game. Head coach Kirk Ferentz did not provide an immediate update following the game.
Mark Gronowski injury update
An update on Iowa starting QB Mark Gronowski, who suffered a knee injury last week vs. Indiana:
— Matt Zenitz (@mzenitz) October 4, 2025
His status is still relatively TBD, but one positive is that the injury isn’t considered long-term or season-ending, sources tell @CBSSports.https://t.co/QQW1p7EcVF pic.twitter.com/KgmfEEOXTy
During his career with the South Dakota State Jackrabbits, Gronowski completed 805 of 1,271 passes for 10,822 yards, 96 touchdowns, and 21 interceptions, with a long completion of 76 yards. He also rushed 431 times for 1,910 yards and 43 touchdowns, including an 80-yard run. Gronowski compiled a 49-6 record as South Dakota State’s starting quarterback, tying the FCS record for quarterback wins. He passed and rushed for touchdowns in the same game 26 times in 55 starts and led the FCS in passing efficiency in 2023 with a 179.67 rating.
He ranks among South Dakota State’s all-time leaders in multiple categories, sitting second in career passing touchdowns (93), total offense (12,075 yards,) and career passing yards (10,308). His 2023 campaign also ranks among the program’s best, placing third in single-season total offense (3,460 yards), fifth in passing touchdowns (29), and sixth in passing yards (3,058).
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