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2026 Luke Brewer 3* TE from Norwalk, IA

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Obviously hope we get this kid, BUT…why on earth would an Iowa kid that plays tight end not go play for the Hawkeyes? One of the only schools better than us at developing tight ends the last 10-15 years.
 
cowboycane said:
Obviously hope we get this kid, BUT…why on earth would an Iowa kid that plays tight end not go play for the Hawkeyes? One of the only schools better than us at developing tight ends the last 10-15 years.
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Looks like he took his first visit to Miami in May of 24. Wonder what he could have seen in Miami in May that would make him interested in going to school here over Iowa?
 
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cowboycane said:
I hear you…but I also think that is a massively overrated selling point.
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I was going to ask “why are you ***”, but realized in this context (possible allure of attractive people in Miami v Iowa debate) that distinction doesn’t matter. Miami wins both sides of that coin, hands down. 🤣
 
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Here is what we saw and what we heard on Brewer.

What we saw: Brewer is listed at 6-foot-5, 225-pounds, and he has filled out his frame well. He's a fluid athlete with great ball skills and the ability to high-point the football well and make plays after the catch. I like his physicality on both sides of the ball, as he plays defensive end and tight end for the Warriors. Brewer went out for a number passes, but was also used primarily as an in-line blocker, where he showed the ability to drive defenders and get to various blocks. Latches on well and has meaning behind his blocks. Strikes the defender well. He'll need to improve more with his separation and route-running ability, but he shows the athleticism to get yards after the catch, which is a big plus and showcases the athletic traits he brings to the table. He has a good chance of being a very solid power-four football player. He is fairly lean at this point and will need to fill out, but he looks the part as a high school senior right now.

What we heard: Iowa is making a big push for Brewer, and the Hawkeyes want to get him in the fold. Miami making the trek up to Iowa City is telling, and the 'Canes are considered by most to have the edge right now. If Miami wants him, which it seems like it does, then the 'Canes are considered by most to have the edge at this point in time. Iowa and Iowa State are still making a push. The Cyclones were at Norwalk last week, while the Hawkeyes have the tight end tradition to boast and were at his game this week, though the consensus is that everyone is chasing Miami (FL) right now. Brewer was also seen sporting Miami (FL) glovees on Friday night. That doesn't always matter, but it seemed telling to me with both the Iowa and Miami (FL) coaches there.

from his update on the Iowa site.
 
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One9 said:
Here is what we saw and what we heard on Brewer.

What we saw: Brewer is listed at 6-foot-5, 225-pounds, and he has filled out his frame well. He's a fluid athlete with great ball skills and the ability to high-point the football well and make plays after the catch. I like his physicality on both sides of the ball, as he plays defensive end and tight end for the Warriors. Brewer went out for a number passes, but was also used primarily as an in-line blocker, where he showed the ability to drive defenders and get to various blocks. Latches on well and has meaning behind his blocks. Strikes the defender well. He'll need to improve more with his separation and route-running ability, but he shows the athleticism to get yards after the catch, which is a big plus and showcases the athletic traits he brings to the table. He has a good chance of being a very solid power-four football player. He is fairly lean at this point and will need to fill out, but he looks the part as a high school senior right now.

What we heard: Iowa is making a big push for Brewer, and the Hawkeyes want to get him in the fold. Miami making the trek up to Iowa City is telling, and the 'Canes are considered by most to have the edge right now. If Miami wants him, which it seems like it does, then the 'Canes are considered by most to have the edge at this point in time. Iowa and Iowa State are still making a push. The Cyclones were at Norwalk last week, while the Hawkeyes have the tight end tradition to boast and were at his game this week, though the consensus is that everyone is chasing Miami (FL) right now. Brewer was also seen sporting Miami (FL) glovees on Friday night. That doesn't always matter, but it seemed telling to me with both the Iowa and Miami (FL) coaches there.

from his update on the Iowa site.
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I wonder if we’d take him and Heze, or are they mutually exclusive
 
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Luke Brewer (Des Moines, IA) just reclassified and is a name Miami loves. Iowa and Iowa State are pushing, but the Canes have a great shot here.​

DMoney

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The bye week was a work week, and the staff hit the road hard to recruit. Below is the latest on the Class of 2026:

Before we get into specific positions, I wanted to make a couple general points. First, the staff is placing a huge emphasis on evaluating senior film. Some guys are making jumps, others take step backs, some stay the same. These evaluations will be critical for the class. Keep that in mind as you read reports.

Second, Miami is pairing these evaluations with big-time recruiting battles. Miami is going to take big swings in high school and the Portal. My sense is that the...
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cowboycane said:
Obviously hope we get this kid, BUT…why on earth would an Iowa kid that plays tight end not go play for the Hawkeyes? One of the only schools better than us at developing tight ends the last 10-15 years.
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Iowa advantage is it’s close to home. Otherwise, the Iowa program is irrelevant in the Big Ten, let alone nationally, and the head coach is in the twilight of his career. Hawkeyes have a history of developing tight ends, but Miami lineage at the position isn’t bad, either.
 
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