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Iowa Hawkeyes receiver credits Jesus after scoring 2 touchdowns in first game

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University of Iowa wide receiver Reece Vander Zee speaks during a post-game press conference following the Hawkeyes' victory on Aug. 31, 2024. | Screenshot: Twitter/Owen Siebring

A University of Iowa football player is crediting Jesus for providing him with the confidence needed to score two touchdowns in the first game of his college career.

Following the No. 21-ranked Hawkeyes' 40-0 victory against the Illinois State University Redbirds at Saturday's home opener, freshman wide receiver Reece Vander Zee was asked during a press conference if he thought he would "be here after game 1."

"To be honest, I didn't," the Rock Rapids native responded. "I credit my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for just giving me this opportunity. A lot of things fell into place for me to be here, and I just get all my confidence from Him. I just prayed that He gave me confidence. And I went out there and I showed that today."

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