Cade McNamara Injury vs. UCLA: Latest Update for Iowa QB

McNamara's Injury

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara is questionable to play against Iowa State on Saturday due to a right ankle injury suffered during the Hawkeyes' win over UCLA last weekend.

Injury Details

McNamara was forced to leave the game in the fourth quarter after suffering a sprained ankle while being tackled. He underwent an MRI on Sunday and the results confirmed the sprain.

Reporters on McNamara

According to ESPN's Adam Rittenberg, McNamara is "day-to-day" and his status for Saturday's game is uncertain. Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz told reporters that McNamara is "improving" but the team is being "cautious" with his status. The Hawkeyes are hopeful that McNamara will be able to play against Iowa State. If he is unable to go, backup quarterback Joe Labas will make his first career start.

Impact on Iowa

The Hawkeyes are hopeful that McNamara will be able to play against Iowa State (3-2, 0-1 Big 12), which is coming off a 10-7 road upset over No. 18 Oklahoma. Iowa (3-2, 1-1 Big Ten) has won three straight games since a season-opening loss to South Dakota State. The Hawkeyes are looking to earn a signature win against Iowa State, which is receiving votes in the Coaches Poll. McNamara's absence would be a significant blow to Iowa's offense. The redshirt sophomore completed 15 of 25 passes for 212 yards and two touchdowns in the Hawkeyes' win over UCLA. If McNamara is unable to play, the Hawkeyes will turn to Labas, a redshirt freshman who has not attempted a pass in a game. The Hawkeyes will host the Cyclones on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. The game will kick off at 4 p.m. ET and will be televised on FS1.