... about 2010 when a majority of 2009's bowl games haven't even been played yet. But I'm not the only one.

Nationalchamps.net released its Early Bird Preview last week, and it ranks Iowa ninth in its first preseason poll. While the rankings are likely to fluctuate before next August, the Hawkeyes' preseason ranking shows promise for next season.

But Iowa's AP ranking will depend largely on the NFL decisions of two juniors: corner Amari Spievey and offensive tackle Brian Bulaga. Both have been rumored to be possible early exits from Iowa City and could be picked very high in the 2010 NFL draft if they decide to leave school.

ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper ranks Bulaga second out of all draft eligible junior tackles and Spievey fourth o...

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