Iowa football has made a significant addition to their quarterback room with the arrival of Northwestern transfer Brendan Sullivan. Here are four key facts to know about the newest addition to the Hawkeyes' roster.

Sullivan, a 6-foot-3, 225-pound quarterback, brings valuable Big Ten experience to the team. Over the course of his two seasons with Northwestern, he completed 69% of his passes, amassing 1,303 yards and 10 touchdowns with five interceptions. Not only is Sullivan effective in the passing game, but he has also demonstrated his ability to gain yards on the ground, rushing for 257 yards and two touchdowns on 129 carries during his time with the Wildcats.

With two years of eligibility remaining, Sullivan's addition provides Iowa with depth and an insurance policy at the backup quarterback spot behind current starter Cade McNamara. His experience as a starter, having played in 12 games for Northwestern, makes him a valuable asset to the team.

One notable performance by Sullivan came against Maryland last season, where he completed 16-of-23 passes for 265 yards and two touchdowns. Despite being sacked five times, Sullivan showed resilience and showcased his dual-threat capabilities. However, it's important to note that he also suffered a broken sternum during the 2022 season after taking a hard hit.

Interestingly, Sullivan has a prior connection to Iowa's offensive coordinator Tim Lester. Before joining Iowa, Lester was the head coach at Western Michigan, and he had shown interest in recruiting Sullivan during his time there. Now, with Sullivan's arrival, Lester sees him as a perfect fit for Iowa's offense and believes he can contribute positively to the team.

Sullivan's leadership qualities cannot be overlooked either. In high school, he led Davison to their first-ever state championship, demonstrating his ability to motivate and guide his teammates. Northwestern head coach David Braun praised Sullivan for his attitude and ownership of his role on the team, while Sullivan himself expressed his dedication to helping his team succeed and aiming for a Big Ten Championship.

Although Sullivan faces competition from McNamara for the starting quarterback position this fall, his presence in the room brings invaluable experience and leadership. The bloodline of football runs strong in Sullivan's family, with his father Mike having been a three-year letterman on the offensive line at the University of Michigan in the 1990s.

With his Big Ten experience, dual-threat capabilities, leadership qualities, and the trust of offensive coordinator Tim Lester, Brendan Sullivan is poised to make a significant impact on Iowa's quarterback group. Hawkeye fans eagerly await the upcoming season to see how he adds to the team's success.