DeJean's big plays help Iowa top Wisconsin 24-10

IOWA CITY, Iowa -- , Cooper DeJean returned an interception for a touchdown and set up another score with a 41-yard punt return as Iowa defeated Wisconsin 24-10 on Saturday. The Hawkeyes (6-4, 4-3 Big Ten) moved into a tie for the Big Ten West lead with their third consecutive win. Iowa, ranked 129th nationally in total offense, had just 142 yards and averaged 2.1 yards per play, but took advantage of plays made by its defense and special teams. “You've got to make plays when they present themselves,” Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz said. “Our guys did a good job of that.” “Any time they do that, we need to execute,” quarterback Spencer Petras said. “It's a gift you have to take advantage of.” DeJean, a sophomore cornerback who also had 10 tackles, had a 32-yard interception return late in the first half that gave Iowa a 14-3 lead.