Iowa Hawkeyes Land Four-Star WR Terrence Smith, Boosting 2025 Recruiting Class

In a significant boost for their 2025 recruiting class, the Iowa Hawkeyes have secured a commitment from four-star wide receiver Terrence Smith. The announcement followed an impressive offensive performance by Iowa, which achieved a five-year high with 492 total yards in a dominant 40-0 victory against Illinois State. Smith, a 6-foot-4, 175-pound standout from West Aurora High School in Illinois, revealed his decision to join the Hawkeyes on social media platforms Sunday afternoon. This commitment solidifies Iowa's focus on bolstering their receiving corps, which has seen an increasing reliance on the transfer portal in recent seasons. The recruitment process for Smith included visits to both Iowa and Minnesota earlier this year, and although Purdue and Iowa State also expressed interest, Iowa ultimately emerged as the preferred destination. Smith is currently ranked as the 47th wide receiver and 326th overall prospect in the nation, according to the 247Sports Composite rankings. He is also recognized as the eighth-best prospect in Illinois, a state from which Iowa has successfully recruited in recent years. During his junior season, Smith showcased his abilities with 59 receptions for 906 yards and 11 touchdowns. In a recent game, he demonstrated his scoring prowess with a touchdown reception, contributing to a comprehensive 53-0 victory for West Aurora despite the team completing only three passes. His athleticism is further highlighted by his accomplishments in basketball and track, where he averaged 12.8 points and 7.2 rebounds per game on the hardwood and secured a sixth-place finish in the high jump at the Illinois state meet with a leap of 6 feet 5 inches. The Hawkeyes are expected to sign a smaller class for 2025, currently sitting at No. 40 in the composite class rankings with 15 commits, of which six are four-star athletes. Notably, Smith stands out as the sole wide receiver in this class, emphasizing his importance to the program's future. Iowa's recruiting strategy has shown a strong focus on the state of Illinois, with six of the top 32 prospects in the state committing to the Hawkeyes. This includes the top-ranked prospect, Iose Epenesa, and several others hailing from the Chicagoland area. This trend reflects Iowa's commitment to tapping into local talent, as every Illinois recruit who visited the campus in June ultimately chose to commit to the program. With Smith’s commitment, the Hawkeyes look to enhance their offensive capabilities and continue building a competitive roster for the upcoming seasons. The combination of Smith's size, skill set, and multi-sport athleticism makes him a valuable addition to Iowa's future plans as they aim to revitalize their offensive production.