She is the author of "100 Things to Do in Iowa Before You Die" and "Perfect Day Iowa." Broers' personal experience and conversations with Iowans contributed to this article.

The stage is set for Saturday night's Big Ten Championship Game in Indianapolis (8 p.m. ET, Fox). No. 16 Iowa (10-2) battles No. 2 Michigan (12-0) with a conference title hanging in the balance.

Coach Kirk Ferentz held a media press conference during Iowa football media day on Friday. Here are the 3 most interesting topics he discussed.

Kirk Ferentz gives his thoughts on new Iowa football QB Mark Gronowski ... and four more on the West Coast, so things have ...