Social media reactions following Iowa’s 26-20 victory over Nebraska on Black Friday

Hawkeye fans were active on Twitter following the team’s sixth victory over the Cornhuskers in a row.

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Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez runs from pressure during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020.

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The No. 24 Iowa football team improved to 4-2 on the season with a 26-20 victory over Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Black Friday.

The Hawkeyes have won six straight games over the Cornhuskers in the Heroes Game.

Here’s what Hawkeye fans, players, and others had to say on Twitter following the win.

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