IOWA CITY — There’s a common thread among the most important plays of Mark Gronowski’s performance against Penn State.

A 1-yard touchdown in the second quarter.

A 38-yard gain on a third down in the third quarter to set up another touchdown later that drive.

A 67-yard gain with Iowa trailing in the fourth quarter to set up Kaden Wetjen’s game-winning score.

A 14-yard gain on third down to seal the game.

They all have something in common: The Iowa quarterback generated them with his legs.

Gronowski’s running ability has become a prominent storyline in the Hawkeyes ' 5-2 start. It certainly was against Penn State on Oct. 18, when he rushed for 130 yards and two touchdowns. Gronowski has scored at least one touchdown on the ground in each of Iowa’s seven games and leads the team i

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