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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

San Francisco 49ers George Kittle (85) makes a catch against Jacksonville Jaguars Barry Church (42) in the first quarter at Levis Stadium Sunday, Dec. 24, 2017 in Santa Clara, California.

Hawkeyes in the NFL | Week 3

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter September 27, 2021

Former Iowa players made plays across the league during Week 3 of the 2021 NFL season. Three former Hawkeyes turned in particularly impressive performances: George Kittle, Micah Hyde, and Christian...

Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell recovers a fumble lost by Colorado State running back AJon Vivens during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. The Iowa defense has forced a turnover in every game through four meetings. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 27, 2021

Iowa junior linebacker Jack Campbell was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week on Monday after recording a career-high 18 tackles in the No. 5 Hawkeyes' 24-14 win over Colorado State. Campbell...

Iowa defensive back Matt Hankins and linebacker Jack Campbell celebrate a turnover during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

Grading the Iowa football team’s 24-14 win over Colorado State

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 26, 2021

Daily Iowan Pregame Editor Robert Read graded Iowa’s performance in all three phases after the Hawkeyes’ 24-14 win over Colorado State. Offense — C+ Tell me if you’ve heard this one before...

Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell tackles Kent State running back Marquez Cooper during a football game between Iowa and Kent State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Flashes 30-7. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Campbell, Benson fly all over the field in Iowa’s win over Colorado State

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor September 26, 2021

Iowa football’s defense registered 90 tackles in the Hawkeyes’ 24-14 win over Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium Saturday. Two players were responsible for nearly a third of those tackles: juniors...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras throws the ball during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

Opinion | Iowa overcomes self-inflicted adversity to remain undefeated

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 26, 2021

Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz made a presentation of sorts to his team a couple weeks ago ahead of a two-game stretch against Kent State and Colorado State. Ferentz cited some of the “all-time...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz talks with an official during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

Iowa remains No. 5 in Week 5 AP poll, Penn State now top-ranked Big Ten team

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 26, 2021

The Iowa football team is ranked No. 5 in the Associated Press' poll for the third week in a row. But unlike the last two weeks, the Hawkeyes are no longer the highest-ranked team in the Big Ten....

Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell recovers a fumble lost by Colorado State running back AJon Vivens during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. The Iowa defense has forced a turnover in every game through four meetings. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

Twitter reactions to No. 5 Iowa’s 24-14 win over Colorado State

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 25, 2021

The No. 5 Iowa football team improved to 4-0 on the season with a 24-14 win over Colorado State on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes trailed by seven points at halftime, but outscored the...

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta jogs into the end zone after a touchdown reception during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. Iowa targeted LaPorta six times for four catches, 45 yards and a score. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

Iowa passing game produces explosive plays in win over Colorado State

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 25, 2021

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta was only thinking one thing when he was uncovered over the middle of the field near the end zone and the ball was heading his direction. “Don’t drop it,” LaPorta...

Iowa wide receiver Keagan Johnson hauls in a catch for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

True freshmen propel Iowa football to 24-14 win over Colorado State

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor September 25, 2021

As Keagan Johnson strided down the east sideline at Kinnick Stadium Saturday afternoon, he turned around for just a moment. Johnson didn’t see what he was expecting when he looked over his shoulder,...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras throws the football during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa responds in second half, improves to 4-0 with win over Colorado State

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 25, 2021

The No. 5 Iowa football team ran off the Duke Slater Field turf to boos from the Hawkeye fans in the Kinnick Stadium stands when Colorado State held a seven-point going into halftime. The Hawkeyes...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson finds a gap during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.

Halftime reactions: Colorado State leads No. 5 Iowa, 14-7

Robert Read and Austin Hanson September 25, 2021

The No. 5 Iowa football team trails Colorado State, 14-7, at halftime of their Saturday matchup at Kinnick Stadium. Iowa took a 7-0 lead toward the start of the second quarter, courtesy of a 43-yard...

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