IOWA CITY, Iowa – Iowa kicks off its 2015 season on Saturday by playing host to FCS runner-up Illinois State. While some fans might be overlooking the team from a lower division, the Hawkeyes appear focused and respectful of the Redbirds.

Head Coach Kirk Ferentz and his Iowa players met with the media on Tuesday to talk about their guests from Bloomington-Normal. All Hawkeyes worked up a video with their comments that you can watch below.

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