Kirk Ferentz Autographs
Kirk Ferentz is one of the most successful coaches in the history of American football. He was born on August 1, 1955, in Royal Oak, Michigan, and raised in Pennsylvania. Ferentz began his football journey as an offensive line coach in 1981 at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. He became a graduate assistant at the University of Pittsburgh before serving as an offensive line coach at various schools, including Iowa, Maine, and Cleveland Browns.
In 1999, Ferentz took over as the head coach of the Iowa Hawkeyes, a position he holds to this day. Under his leadership, Iowa football has become a powerhouse, regularly ranking among the top 25 programs in the nation. Ferentz has led Iowa to ten bowl game victories and three Big Ten championships. Overall, his tenure at Iowa has been a remarkable success, as he has built a program that is both nationally respected and admired.
In recognition of his contributions to the game of football, Kirk Ferentz has received multiple awards and honors. He has been named Big Ten Coach of the Year four times and was the Eddie Robinson National Coach of the Year in 2002. Furthermore, in 2015, he was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame, cementing his legacy as one of the great coaches in the history of American football.
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Traded items with a signature of Kirk Ferentz
The most expensive item with a signature of Kirk Ferentz (ONE OF A KIND Kirk Ferentz Autograph on Papa John's Pizza check dated year 2000) was sold in June 2025 for $20,000.00 while the cheapest item (Kirk Ferentz Signed Autograph 4x6 Photo Iowa Hawkeyes Head Football Coach Auto) found a new owner for $0.01 in September 2023. The month with the most items sold (7) was December 2015 with an average selling price of $75.00 for an autographed item of Kirk Ferentz. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in June 2025 with $10,053.49 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $0.01 was September 2023. In average, an autographed item from Kirk Ferentz is worth $49.95.
Most recently, these items with a signature of Kirk Ferentz were sold on eBay - click here for more items.
| Picture | Item Title | Price | Store |
 | Coach Kirk Ferentz Signed Iowa Hawkeyes Football w/ Program Accolades IU | $139.00 |  |
| Coach Kirk Ferentz Signed Iowa Hawkeyes Helmet Mini Size Helmet! IU CFB Legend!! | $129.00 | |
| KIRK FERENTZ autograph IOWA HAWKEYES Head Football Coach custom card signed | $42.49 | |
| Kirk Ferentz autographed signed 8x10 photo Beckett BAS COA CFB Iowa Hawkeyes CFB | $73.99 | |
| Kirk Ferentz Autographed Signed IOWA HAWKEYES Football 8x10 Photo Beckett COA | $78.00 | |
| KIRK FERENTZ HAND SIGNED 8x10 PHOTO HAWKEYES FOOTBALL HEAD COACH COA BECKETT BAS | $65.00 | |
| KIRK FERENTZ HAND SIGNED 8x10 PHOTO HAWKEYES FOOTBALL HEAD COACH COA BECKETT BAS | $65.00 | |
 | KIRK FERENTZ signed 8x10 photo Beckett BAS AUTO IOWA Hawkeyes Coach | $51.92 | |
| New Kirk Ferentz Autograph Starter Baseball Cap Hat Iowa Hawkeyes Black Gold | $40.48 | |
| New Kirk Ferentz Autograph Starter Baseball Cap Hat Iowa Hawkeyes Black Gold | $40.48 | |
| New Kirk Ferentz Autograph Starter Baseball Cap Hat Iowa Hawkeyes Black Gold | $40.48 | |
| New Kirk Ferentz Autograph Starter Baseball Cap Hat Iowa Hawkeyes Black Gold | $40.48 | |
| New Kirk Ferentz Autograph Starter Baseball Cap Hat Iowa Hawkeyes Black Gold | $40.48 | |
| New Kirk Ferentz Autograph Starter Baseball Cap Hat Iowa Hawkeyes Black Gold | $40.48 | |
| Vintage Nov 1 2009 U Of Iowa Framed Kirk Ferentz Autograph Newspaper Ticket Stub | $34.94 | |
Latest News about Kirk Ferentz
Kirk Ferentz speaks highly of Jay Norvell's role Iowa football staff (04/02/2026): Kirk Ferentz spoke highly of Jay Norvell and his transition to the Iowa Hawkeyes' newest running backs coach. 
Kirk Ferentz comments on 2026 Iowa football schedule (04/01/2026): Kirk Ferentz was right to the point when discussing the 2026 Iowa football schedule. Legendary Iowa Hawkeyes coach Kirk Ferentz addresses huge difference between NFL (02/21/2026): Iowa Hawkeyes coach Kirk Ferentz admitted he's having a difficult time adjusting to this new era in college football. Therefore, he was able to address what he considers some of the biggest concerns, rather than what the NFL provides. The Morning After: Big Ten Football (01/01/2026): The Hawkeyes leave Tampa with a record-setting 11th bowl win for Kirk Ferentz. Kirk Ferentz sets Big Ten football bowl wins record vs. Vanderbilt (12/31/2025): With Iowa football's ReliaQuest Bowl victory over Vanderbilt, Hawkeyes' head coach Kirk Ferentz now sets another impressive Big Ten wins record.
Older News Stories about Kirk Ferentz
Kirk Ferentz reacts to Iowa football's blowout win vs. Nebraska (11/2025): Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz shared his postgame thoughts on the Hawkeyes' lopsided Heroes Trophy victory over Nebraska. Iowa football comments on OL Beau Stephens' injury status after Minnesota win (10/2025): Beau Stephens exited Iowa's dominant win over Minnesota. Afterwards, Kirk Ferentz updated his injury status. Flawless? Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz praises Indiana football’s success under Curt (09/2025): “Anybody that saw the game Saturday, you couldn't help but be impressed.” Iowa football preps for matchup against 'flawless' Indiana football team. Iowa football coach shares past star it would add to current roster (08/2025): Who did Iowa head football head coach Kirk Ferentz choose when asked which former Hawkeyes player he'd like to see suit up for this year's squad? Iowa football comments on program's DL transfer portal additions (07/2025): At Big Ten media days, Kirk Ferentz discussed what the Hawkeyes added up front defensively via the transfer portal. Iowa football legend among top 25 coaches of the 21st century (06/2025): Kirk Ferentz finds himself ranked among the top 25 coaches of the 21st century. College football alters Hall of Fame criteria, opens Kirk Ferentz door (05/2025): The National Football Foundation announced an adjustment to eligibility criteria, opening the door for Kirk Ferentz's Hall of Fame candidacy. Iowa football coordinator rated as one of the best assistants in the country by (04/2025): The Iowa Hawkeyes are led by head coach Kirk Ferentz, but behind him are some of the top assistant coaches in all of college football. Kirk Ferentz talks QB Spencer Petras' great attitude, throwing at Iowa football' (03/2025): Kirk Ferentz talks about underappreciated QB Spencer Petras' attitude, smarts, what he's done for Iowa, and helping out at Iowa football's Pro Day. Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz firmly among On3's top 25 college football (02/2025): Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz finds himself firmly among On3's top 25 college football coaches. ESPN digs into coaching hot seat ranking for Kirk Ferentz, Iowa football (01/2025): Is Kirk Ferentz's coaching seat even slightly warm? Kirk Ferentz reveals Hawkeyes ruled out vs. Missouri (12/2024): Kirk Ferentz revealed several Hawkeyes that are out vs. Missouri. Kirk Ferentz confirms Jackson Stratton remains Iowa starting QB vs. Nebraska (11/2024): Jackson Stratton remains QB1. Kirk Ferentz discusses what separates Iowa-Wisconsin rivalry (10/2024): The battle for the Heartland Trophy is always a memorable one. Kirk Ferentz comments on Cade McNamara’s progression into game shape (09/2024): How close is Cade McNamara to complete game shape? Fact or Fiction: Iowa is a dark horse CFB Playoff contender (08/2024): Kirk Ferentz and the Iowa Hawkeyes only face one opponent this season ranked in the preseason Top 25. Kirk Ferentz gives update on Cade McNamara’s health at Big Ten Media Days (07/2024): Kirk Ferentz provided an update on Cade McNamara's health at Big Ten Media Days. CBS Sports thrusts Kirk Ferentz into top tier of Power Four coaches (05/2024): Kirk's still got it. Can't Wait For Saturday | Locksley makes a smart pickup from the coaching 'trans (04/2024): Apr. 30—*** Cagey move by Maryland football coach Mike Locksley. The former Illinois offensive coordinator is bringing in former Iowa OC Brian Ferentz as an analyst. The son of Hawkeyes head coach Kirk Ferentz got run out of Iowa City because of the ineptitude of the offense. I would argue the issue Kirk Ferentz shares how much freedom Tim Lester will have as Hawkeyes’ offensive (02/2024): How much freedom will Tim Lester have to run his offense? Kirk Ferentz shared his thoughts with Iowa play-by-play voice Gary Dolphin. Why Iowa hiring Tim Lester can provide much-needed offensive boost for Hawkeyes (01/2024): Lester may not be the splashiest hire, but Kirk Ferentz made the right call tabbing him to turn around the offense Kirk Ferentz shares story about 'predator' in Iowa recruiting (12/2023): Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz isn't happy with the state of college football. He shared some thoughts before Iowa played Tennessee in the Citrus Bowl. Iowa’s Kirk Ferentz isn’t surprised that Greg Schiano has rebuilt Rutgers footba (11/2023): Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz isn't surprised by the Rutgers football rebuild. Big Ten takes, picks: As Brian Ferentz prepares to exit, how drastic will Iowa's (10/2023): Kirk Ferentz has a chance to right the ship this offseason, but will he take full advantage of the opportunity? Penn State's memories of 2021 controversy at Iowa can't be erased by Kirk Ferent (09/2023): Sep. 20—Iowa football coach Kirk Ferentz tried his best this week to keep the Hawkeyes' 2021 home game against Penn State in the past. He tried to whitewash history several days before traveling to State College for the Nittany Lions' annual White Out Game Saturday night at Beaver Stadium. "Not real Kirk Ferentz has ‘no problem’ with Big Ten’s new gameday availability report (08/2023): Kirk Ferentz has "no problem" with the Big Ten's new gameday availability report. ‘There’s not a bigger fan from the outside’: Luke Fickell praises Iowa’s Kirk Fe (07/2023): Wait a minute, Iowa and Wisconsin aren't supposed to be getting along. Instead, Luke Fickell says there's no bigger fan of Kirk Ferentz. PODCAST: Big Ten Football Preview: University of Iowa with Kirk Ferentz, Anthony (06/2023): Head coach of the University of Iowa Kirk Ferentz joins James Neveau to preview the Hawkeyes' season. Ferentz discusses how his defense will still be a force and how he plans to improve the offense to become one of the best teams in the conference. Later, Big Ten Network analyst and Iowa alum Anthon FOX Sports celebrates Kirk Ferentz, Iowa’s offensive NFL talent development (05/2023): FOX Sports included Kirk Ferentz among the top Big Ten coaches at producing NFL talent across a number of offensive positions. Despite all the noise, Iowa’s Kirk Ferentz still among nation’s top-25 coaches f (03/2023): Love him or hate him, there's no denying his successes. That is why Kirk Ferentz is among the top-25 college football coaches in the nation. Surgery will keep Iowa QB Petras from bowl game (12/2022): Iowa fifth-year senior quarterback Spencer Petras needs shoulder surgery and will miss the Hawkeyes' appearance in the Music City Bowl against the Kentucky Wildcats, coach Kirk Ferentz announced on Sunday. Iowa tight end LaPorta likely out vs. Cornhuskers (11/2022): Still in contention for a spot in the Big Ten title game, Iowa is likely to play Friday's game against rival Nebraska without senior tight end Sam LaPorta, coach Kirk Ferentz said on Tuesday. Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz should toughen up rather than complain about reporter's (10/2022): Iowa's Kirk Ferentz belittles instead of holding himself accountable for allowing his son to coach perhaps the worst offense in college football. Kirk Ferentz discusses why Kinnick has been a top-5 trap, how Iowa can upset Mic (09/2022): Kinnick Stadium has been a top-5 trap of late. Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz discussed how to continue that trend against Michigan. Kirk Ferentz, John Stiegelmeier share mutual respect for one another, mirroring (08/2022): Between the two head coaches, there's over 50 years of head coaching experience and 363 wins while at their two programs. Iowa draws the Duke’s Mayo Bowl in College Football News 2022 bowl predictions (07/2022): Kirk Ferentz in a Duke's Mayo bath is exactly what college football needs, and it might be exactly what Hawkeyes fans see in 2022. ‘Not realistic’ to recruit in Ohio State’s neighborhood: Kirk Ferentz outlines p (06/2022): Kirk Ferentz went into detail with the Des Moines Register's Chad Leistikow on how the Hawkeyes can keep winning in the NIL era. CBS Sports ranks Kirk Ferentz as the No. 13 Power 5 coach nationally (05/2022): CBS Sports' Tom Fornelli ranked Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz as the No. 13 Power Five football coach in the country. 5 things Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz said following the Hawkeyes’ open (04/2022): Here's five things Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz had to say after the Hawkeyes' spring slate concluded from Kinnick Stadium. Iowa QB coach Ken O'Keefe moves to off-field role in program (02/2022): IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) Ken O'Keefe will move from Iowa quarterbacks coach to an off-the-field role with the Hawkeyes, coach Kirk Ferentz announced Wednesday. O'Keefe was a member of Ferentz's first staff at Iowa, serving as offensive coordinator from 1999-2011 as well as receivers coach (1999) and q Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz denies he disbanded alumni committee after its chair rec (01/2022): Ferentz denied that he dissolved the committee on diversity, which he formed in 2020, after it was suggested he should be replaced Iowa RB Tyler Goodson will declare for NFL draft, skip bowl (12/2021): IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) Iowa running back Tyler Goodson announced Friday he will declare for the 2022 NFL draft and won't play in the Citrus Bowl against Kentucky on Jan. 1. ''Similar to a lot of young kids growing up, I have always dreamed of the opportunity to play in the National Football League a Judge delays Ferentz deposition in Iowa bias suit (10/2021): A federal judge ruled that depositions of Iowa football coach Kirk Ferentz and offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz amid allegations of racial discrimination can be delayed until the season is over in January. Parts of lawsuit against Iowa allowed to proceed (05/2021): Former Iowa players allege they were demeaned with racial slurs and forced to abandon Black hairstyles, fashion and culture to fir the "Iowa Way" promoted by head coach Kirk Ferentz. Iowa's Ferentz tests positive for coronavirus (12/2020): Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz has tested positive for COVID-19, the team announced Friday. Ex-Iowa players file suit alleging discrimination (11/2020): Thirteen Black former Iowa football players have filed a lawsuit alleging they suffered "serious and pervasive discriminatory treatment and harassment" under longtime coach Kirk Ferentz. Iowa commit backs out, cites racial allegations (10/2020): Three-star cornerback Jordan Oladokun has decommitted from Iowa, citing the $20 million lawsuit threatened against the Hawkeyes and coach Kirk Ferentz regarding allegations of race-based discrimination and intimidation. External review of Iowa football program finds racial issues, recommends 'improv (07/2020): The report concludes that Hawkeyes coach Kirk Ferentz should take 'action steps' to fix problems in the program Ferentz admits 'blind spot' on black player issues (06/2020): Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz admits he had a "blind spot" in not spotting problems that made black players feel mistreated or uncomfortable in his program, but he expects things to change moving forward. Freshmen Tracy, Goodson emerge as playmakers for No. 19 Iowa (11/2019): Longtime Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz has been more open to giving freshmen a shot at playing time in recent years. The shift might have saved the Hawkeyes' offense this fall. Redshirt freshman receiver Tyrone Tracy and true freshman running back Tyler Goodson, both third options entering the season No. 23 Iowa hunts for offense as Purdue visits (10/2019): Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said he still thinks the Hawkeyes are capable of a special season. Iowa senior quarterback Nate Stanley has been under pressure and not as sharp, with four interceptions over the last two games. Ferentz takes on transfer rules, touts value of senior quarterback, basks in Sup (02/2019): Iowa football coach Kirk Ferentz concerned his sport may be heading toward free agency; places some pressure squarely on Nate Stanley's shoulders Kirk Ferentz talks recruiting flips (02/2015): The Iowa coach understands the latest trends but jokes that he doesn't understand at least one new recruiting term. Iowa's Kirk Ferentz intends to keep coaching staff intact in '15 (01/2015): Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz defended his program Wednesday just weeks after the Hawkeyes finished his 16th season in charge on a losing skid. Ferentz met with reporters for the first time since Iowa's humiliating loss to Tennessee in the TaxSlayer Bowl. Kirk Ferentz compares sluggish ticket sales to 2012 (12/2014): Iowa sold only 4,000 or so tickets out of its obligation of 8,000. The Hawkeyes did not reach a bowl game after going 4-8 in 2012. Kirk Ferentz answers questions about 7-5 (11/2014): The Iowa coach reacts to a 37-34 overtime loss to Nebraska. Kirk Ferentz got no explanation on questionable booth review (10/2014): Though Brown was ruled down at the 1 by officials, replays seemed to indicate it was a fumble. Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz pleased with his defense (09/2014): Iowa limits Purdue to 156 yards in 24-10 victory Video: Kirk Ferentz postgame press conference, Northern Iowa (08/2014): IOWA CITY, Iowa -- Watch Hawkeye football coach Kirk Ferentz's post-game press conference following Iowa's 31-23 win over Northern Iowa on Saturday. Ferentz talks about Tevaun Smith's big day, how... Word for Word: Kirk Ferentz from Chicago (07/2014): I teamed up with HawkeyeDrive’s Brendan Stiles to tackle this monster of an endeavor. Took all day, but here’s Iowa football coach Kirk Ferentz on many topics. Great stuff on WR Derrick... Big Ten football roundup: Ex-Minnesota and Rutgers QB Philip Nelson falls from p (05/2014): Today's Big Ten football news starts with a look at the fall of Philip Nelson, the former Minnesota and Rutgers quarterback who faces assault charges after allegedly kicking a defenseless man in the head. 22 photos: Kirk Ferentz meets West Des Moines I-Club members (04/2014): If you enjoyed this article, subscribe to receive more just like it. Privacy guaranteed. We'll never share your info. Enter your email address below to receive updates each time we publish new content.. Videos: Kirk Ferentz on spring football (03/2014): Kirk Ferentz spoke with reporters on Wednesday. Kirk Ferentz talks about surprise recruit from 2013 class (02/2014): About Rick Brown : Rick Brown covers men's basketball for The Des Moines Register and Hawk Central. He's married and the father of two. He also covers golf for the Register. LSU coach Les Miles, Iowa's Kirk Ferentz enjoy security, longevity in jobs | Not (12/2013): LSU has chance at history with 10th victory Kirk Ferentz sympathizes with Bo Pelini's situation (11/2013): IOWA CITY, Ia. - Kirk Ferentz's seat may be cooling, but the man he's coaching against Friday is feeling heat. College football: Can Kirk Ferentz's Iowa Hawkeyes beat Wisconsin? (10/2013): Iowa beat Northwestern in overtime last week to get to 5-3 overall, 2-2 in the Big Ten. Saturday, the Hawkeyes are 9 1/2-point underdogs as they host 22nd-ranked Wisconsin. Why is Kirk Ferentz so fired up about the baseball playoffs? (09/2013): Here's a hint: The Iowa coach used to be a big fan of Manny Sanguillen. Video: Kirk Ferentz press conference, NIU-Iowa (08/2013): IOWA CITY — Here is a 4 1/2-minute snippet from Iowa Coach Kirk Ferentz’s press conference after the Hawkeyes’ 30-27 loss to Northern Illinois Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. Video: Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz (07/2013): Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz talks to Brian Bennett at Big Ten Media Days. Notre Dame checks out Iowa Hawkeyes coach Kirk Ferentz; Kelly still favorite (06/2013): Kirk Ferentz, the Iowa Hawkeyes head coach, is the only other serious candidate other than Brian Kelly for the job at Notre Dame, IrishCentral.com has learned.
