Iowa's Record Crumbles When Cade McNamara Allegedly Involved in Tampering Scandal
Iowa vacates four wins for alleged tampering involving Cade McNamara. Cade McNamara transfers to Iowa from Michigan after NCAA investigation.
After a thorough investigation, the NCAA ruled that Iowa must vacate four wins from its 2023 season due to alleged tampering and recruiting violations involving ex-Michigan QB Cade McNamara. The player transferred to Iowa from Michigan for the 2023 season but was later reported to have been involved in a scheme orchestrated by Jon Budmayr, Iowa's assistant head coach. While Ferentz, who served a one-game suspension as part of the leadup to Tuesday's penalties, acknowledged mistakes, the vacated records will remain on file.
The NCAA also handed down one year of probation and a $25,000 fine, along with reduced recruiting days and a two-week ban in 2026.