Iowa Hawkeyes show dominant first half performance against Wisconsin

The Iowa Hawkeyes may have gotten off to a slow start Saturday night against the Wisconsin Badgers, but they certainly made sure to end the first half on a positive note.

After falling behind 3-0 in a lifeless first quarter, Iowa defensive back Deshaun Lee got things going with a key interception that moved the Hawkeyes to midfield.

Then, seven plays later, Iowa managed to score a touchdown on a season-long run by quarterback Brendan Sullivan, who was making his first start of the season.

The Hawkeyes continued to get defensive stops and were able to score another touchdown on a rushing score through running back Kaleb Johnson. During the same drive, fellow halfback Kamari Moulton managed a 30-yard run that eventually set up Johnson's 16-yard score.

Johnson's touchdown gave Iowa a 14-3 halftime lead.

Johnson, in typical fashion, carried the ball 14 times for 89 yards and a touchdown in the first two quarters.

The Hawkeyes also got a solid ground performance from Moulton and Jaziun Patterson, who combined for 54 rushing yards on four carries.

Iowa's offense has been a problem all season, and whenever the Hawkeyes can get the offense going, it's always a sight to behold.

Of course, Wisconsin isn't exactly a juggernaut, and Iowa should beat the Badgers. However, based on the fact that Iowa played a similar opponent in Michigan State a few weeks ago and laid an egg.

It's nice to see the Hawkeyes actually playing solid, fundamental football.

We'll see if things continue in the second half.