As the early signing period kicks off on December 3, the Iowa Hawkeyes are set to lock in a key piece of their 2026 recruiting class. Brody Schaffer, a dynamic three-star athlete out of Winneconne High School in Wisconsin, is officially signing with the program-a move that’s been months in the making and one that could pay major dividends down the road.
Schaffer made the announcement on social media, writing, “Couldn’t be more excited to officially sign to The University of Iowa on December 3rd! Go hawks💛🖤.” And it’s easy to see why the excitement is mutual.
Just a few weeks ago, Schaffer capped off his high school career by leading Winneconne to a thrilling 28-22 win over Little Chute in the Division 4 state championship at Camp Randall Stadium. It was a statement game for a player who’s been making noise on both sides of the ball for the last two seasons-and one that confirmed what Iowa’s coaching staff saw in him from the start.
Schaffer’s connection to the Hawkeyes began with a junior day visit earlier this year. From that point on, Iowa-led by wide receivers coach Jon Budmayr-made him feel like a priority. Schaffer took his official visit in June, and by March 5, he’d made his decision: Iowa was home.
“I attended their junior day, and I immediately felt at home,” Schaffer said at the time. “The way they've treated me throughout this process is amazing and I'm forever grateful for their belief in me as a player.
They have a great fan base and support that makes playing at Iowa a really special opportunity. The coaching staff is consistent and has some of the purest and most down to earth people, and that's what has helped me make this decision.”
Couldn’t be more excited to officially sign to The University of Iowa on December 3rd! Go hawks💛🖤 pic.twitter.com/QrI5IQNwUB
— Brody Schaffer (@BrodySchaffer3) November 30, 2025
That level of connection matters, especially for a player of Schaffer’s versatility. At 6-foot-1 and 190 pounds, he played quarterback, receiver, and free safety during his time at Winneconne. And he didn’t just play those positions-he dominated.
As a junior in 2024, Schaffer passed for 1,800 yards and 18 touchdowns while rushing for another 1,774 yards and 31 scores. That’s not a typo-he put up video game numbers.
And he somehow managed to top it in his senior season, throwing for 1,884 yards and 19 touchdowns while rushing for 1,179 yards and an eye-popping 41 touchdowns on just 184 carries. That’s over 6.4 yards per carry and more than 218 total yards of offense per game.
He was the engine of an undefeated state title run.
Across his two years as a varsity starter, Schaffer totaled 3,684 passing yards, 37 passing touchdowns, 3,016 rushing yards, and 80 rushing touchdowns. He also chipped in as a receiver, catching 42 passes for 480 yards and seven touchdowns. That’s the kind of all-around production that turns heads, and it earned him a long list of accolades: Bay Conference Offensive Player of the Year, Bay Conference Defensive Back of the Year, All-State honors, and the Small Division Offensive Player of the Year from Fox 11 Sports.
But while he played quarterback in high school, Iowa sees his future at wide receiver-and the fit makes sense. Schaffer’s speed, body control, and football IQ jump off the tape.
He’s already shown he can read defenses, make plays in space, and outwork defenders. With the right development, he could become a serious weapon in Iowa’s passing game.
Schaffer chose the Hawkeyes over offers from Northwestern, Washington State, Texas State, North Dakota State, Lindenwood, Cornell, and Yale. Ranked as the No. 97 wide receiver nationally and the No. 2 overall prospect in Wisconsin by 247Sports Composite, he brings both pedigree and polish to a program that’s looking to retool its offense with more dynamic playmakers.
And Schaffer won’t be the only future Hawkeye putting pen to paper this week. Four-star offensive tackle Carson Nielsen and three-star lineman Colin Whitters are also set to sign on December 3, rounding out a class that’s shaping up to be both physical and athletic in the trenches.
For Iowa, this is more than just a signing day celebration-it’s a glimpse at what the future could look like. And with Schaffer in the fold, the Hawkeyes are adding a player who brings leadership, versatility, and a whole lot of playmaking potential.