Iowa football lands 2027 QB commit from The Volunteer State
As Iowa football continues to build its offensive firepower, the Hawkeyes have gained a valuable commitment from a highly skilled 2027 quarterback.
As Iowa football continues to build its 2027 recruiting class, the Hawkeyes have gained a valuable asset for the future with Thursday's commitment from quarterback Brayden Santibanez. The 6-foot-3, 210-pounder from Collierville, Tenn. , is ranked as a three-star prospect, as the No.
51 quarterback and as the No. 32 recruit in Tennessee in the 2027 class, according to Rivals . BREAKING: Class of 2027 QB Brayden Santibanez has Committed to Iowa, he tells me for @Rivals ⁰⁰The 6’3 210 QB from Collierville, TN chose the Hawkeyes over Maryland, North Carolina, and Kansas State “Let’s get it Hawkeye Nation!!!
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com/SWdxfDTcAR — Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) April 30, 2026 Santibanez chose Iowa over a number of other competing programs, including Iowa State, Kansas State, Cincinnati, North Carolina , and Big Ten foe Maryland. Santibanez had an unofficial visit to Iowa City on April 7, during which he received his offer from the Hawkeyes . As a junior at Collierville High School, Santibanez split time under center.