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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa tight end Addison Ostrenga dives with the ball during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10. Ostrenga received the ball two times for 19 yards.

Photos: Iowa Football vs. Western Michigan

Emily Nyberg and Grace Smith September 16, 2023

Iowa defeated Western Michigan, 41-10, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16. The Hawkeyes lead in both time of possession and total yards. Iowa had 387 yards and 33:53 minutes with the...

Iowa wide receiver Diante Vines catches a pass for a touchdown during the first half of a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa defeats Western Michigan, 41-10, to finish non-conference play undefeated

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

No. 25 Iowa football defeated Western Michigan, 41-10, to close out its non-conference schedule. Now at 3-0, the Hawkeyes overcame a two-turnover first half and an injury to tight end Luke Lachey with...

Iowa running back Kamari Moulton dives into the end zone for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Highlight to Watch: Iowa football’s Kamari Moulton scores second TD of day

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

It didn't take long for Iowa running back Kamari Moulton to score again. Following his three-yard score on the Hawkeyes' previous drive, Moulton got the ball again in the red zone after a Western Michigan...

Iowa running back Kamari Moulton carries the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10. Moulton carried the ball for 50 yards and two touchdowns.

Highlight to watch: Iowa running back Kamari Moulton’s first-career touchdown

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

In the absence of starting running back Kaleb Johnson, Iowa's reserve ball-carriers have filled the void and then some. Alongside Leshon Williams and Jaziun Patterson, true freshman running back Kamari...

Iowa fans reach down for high-fives during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10. Iowa’s record is 3-0 overall this season.

Highlight to Watch: Iowa defensive lineman Anterio Thompson’s blocked punt

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

  It didn't take long for Iowa to make a statement in the second half. Forcing a three-and-out on Western Michigan's opening drive, the Hawkeyes' special teams unit got in on the action with...

Iowa running back Leshon Williams runs the ball during a football game between Iowa and No. 4 Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. Williams carried the ball eight times for 34 yards. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 27-14.

Highlight to watch: Iowa running back Leshon Williams’ 25-yard touchdown catch

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

Iowa football running back Leshon Williams has had quite the game for the Hawkeyes. The junior and Chicago native had 10 rushes for 127 yards, before catching Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara's screen...

Iowa wide receiver Diante Vines runs after a reception during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. Vines recorded three receptions for 25 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 24-10.

Highlight to watch: Iowa receiver Diante Vines’ first career touchdown catch

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

Iowa wide receiver Diante Vines has often referred to himself as the Hawkeye player with the best fashion sense. In the second quarter of the Hawkeyes' game against Western Michigan on Saturday, Vines...

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey hops off the field after an ankle injury in the first quarter of a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey injured, helped off field

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey left the Hawkeyes' game against Western Michigan due to injury. He will not return. The junior appeared to injure his right ankle while attempting to make a catch on third...

Hawkeye fans Richard and Andy smoke cigars before a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Western Michigan in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023.

Photos: Tailgate – No. 25 Iowa vs. Western Michigan

Jordan Barry and Lua Rasga September 16, 2023

Football fans flocked to Iowa City before a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 16. Before the game, the Hawkeye's record sits at 2-0 and the...

Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro celebrates during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13. Castro had three solo tackles.

Live updates | Iowa football closes out non-conference slate against Western Michigan

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor September 16, 2023

Iowa football will take on Western Michigan at 2:40 p.m. at Kinnick Stadium to close out its non-conference slate. The Hawkeyes are 2-0 and coming off a 20-13 rival victory over the Iowa State Cyclones....

The Iowa State Capitol is seen during the first day of the 90th Iowa legislative session at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines on Monday, Jan. 9, 2023.

Iowa Democrats approve in-person caucus date

Liam Halawith, Senior News and Politics Editor September 16, 2023

The Iowa Democratic party voted on Saturday morning to hold the in-person portion of the Iowa Caucuses on Jan. 15, 2024 — the same day as their GOP counterparts — while the timeline for the mail-in...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. The Huskers lead the Hawkeyes at halftime, 17-0. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson listed as out for Saturday’s game against Western Michigan

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

Iowa starting running back Kaleb Johnson is listed as out for Saturday’s game against Western Michigan due to injury.  https://twitter.com/ChadLeistikow/status/1703100707832787276 Johnson...