Iowa has taken another swing at the 2027 class, and this one fits the kind of prospect the Hawkeyes have built a reputation for chasing down late.
The program has made a habit of finding overlooked defensive talent and turning it into something useful, and Phil Parker’s group is once again betting on upside. Iowa’s defense has been strong through the first half of the 2026 season, and the latest recruiting move keeps that focus squarely on the back end.
Daveon Belhomme, a 2027 two-way prospect, announced on October 17, 2026 that Iowa extended him an offer. In his post, he wrote: “#AGTG Blessed to receive an offer from Iowa💛🖤 @coachBKSmith @CoachCHarvey @polk_way @CoachJuiceDixon @CCCMaraudersFB pic.twitter.com/C4chaKRKwb”
Belhomme is listed by 247Sports as a three-star prospect, Florida’s No. 111 overall prospect, and the No. 100 cornerback in the class. The interest around him has picked up fast. Over the last month, he has also landed offers from Auburn, Florida State, Notre Dame, and Texas A&M.
Iowa is still working to build out its 2027 group. The Hawkeyes have 13 commitments at the moment, with seven coming on defense, but the class still sits near the bottom of the Big Ten rankings overall. The late push for Belhomme lines up with that defensive priority.
The appeal is obvious in the scouting notes. 247Sports director of scouting Andrew Ivins described Belhomme as an instinctive defensive back who makes plays with his timing and ball skills.
Ivins noted that he uses his hands well to disrupt an opponent’s timing and looks comfortable in zone coverage. He also stands out in run support, which is a trait Iowa values heavily.
Ivins concluded that Belhomme should be viewed as a corner-safety type with the chance to become a multi-year contributor at a Power Four school.
Belhomme’s rise makes him an especially interesting target. He has been a late bloomer, which likely explains why his ranking remains where it is, but he has been putting together a strong senior season and earning more attention along the way.
He has also shown just how much he can do on a football field. Through his first eight games this season, Belhomme has scored a touchdown four different ways.
That kind of versatility is exactly what Iowa has tended to bet on, and if the Hawkeyes can close late, he would be a meaningful addition to the 2027 class.
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