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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

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Missouri offensive lineman Drake Heismeyer prepares to snap the ball during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl between Iowa and Missouri at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. The Tigers defeated the Hawkeyes 27-24.

Photos: 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl

Emma Calabro and Cody Blissett December 31, 2024

The Missouri Tigers defeated the Iowa Hawkeyes 27-24 for the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. Missouri led in total yards with 376 over...

Iowa running back Kamaro Moulton celebrates with teammates after a touchdown during an Iowa football spring practice at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, April 20, 2024.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Missouri

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor December 30, 2024

Rushing Offense: A-  Kaleb Johnson’s decision to declare for the 2025 NFL Draft left a huge hole in the running back room, but both Kamari Moulton and Jaziun Patterson took advantage of the spotlight...

Iowa defensive lineman Deontae Craig smiles at fans during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Craig had three total tackles on the day. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 22-0.

Iowa football seniors reflect on careers after Music City Bowl loss

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor December 30, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN – Monday’s Music City loss to Missouri not only marked the end of the 2024 season for the Iowa football team, it also marked the end of the road for many seniors.  The road of...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz instructs defensive players during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl between Iowa and Missouri at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. Following the first half, Iowa leads Missouri 21-14.

Column | For Iowa football, consistency comes at a cost

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 30, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN – Squelch. The word aroused a slight smile on Kirk Ferentz’s lips. Standing at the podium following Iowa football’s 27-24 loss to Missouri in the Music City Bowl, the Hawkeye head...

Missouri quarterback Brady Cook prepares to snap the ball during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl between Iowa and Missouri at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. Following the first half, Iowa leads Missouri 21-14.

Iowa football falls, 27-24, to No. 19 Missouri after Tigers mount second-half comeback

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 30, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN –  The last time the Iowa football team scored 21 first-half points was in the same stadium in the same bowl game. Yet unlike 2022’s shutout victory over Kentucky, Iowa couldn’t...

Iowa defensive and special teams players practice during an Iowa football practice at Ensworth High School in Nashville, Tenn., on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024. The Iowa Hawkeyes and Missouri Tigers will face off in the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Monday, Dec. 30, at Nissan Stadium.

Live updates | Iowa football concludes season in Music City Bowl against Missouri

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor December 30, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN - Following an 8-4 regular season, the Iowa football team gets set to conclude its 2024 season in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl against the Missouri Tigers, who enter the contest at 9-3...

Iowa band members march during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl Battle of the Bands between the Hawkeye Marching Band and Marching Mizzou on Broadway Street in Nashville, Tenn., on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024. The opposing team’s bands flooded the streets to play fight songs and other tunes. The Iowa Hawkeyes and Missouri Tigers will face off in the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Monday, Dec. 30, at Nissan Stadium.

Photos: 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl Battle of the Bands

Emma Calabro and Cody Blissett December 30, 2024

Hundreds of fans gathered on Broadway Street Sunday night in downtown Nashville to watch the Music City Bowl Battle of the Bands competition between Hawkeye Marching Band, Marching Mizzou, and their spirit...

Iowa cheer members perform during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl Hawkeye Huddle at the Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown in Nashville, Tenn., on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024. The Huddle was sponsored by the I-Club, Office of Alumni Engagement, and the Iowa Swarm Collective. Hundreds of fans gathered for music, refreshments, and guest speakers Gary Dolphin, Beth Goetz, and Pat Angerer. The Iowa Hawkeyes and Missouri Tigers will face off in the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Monday, Dec. 30, at Nissan Stadium.

Photos: 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl Hawkeye Huddle

Emma Calabro and Cody Blissett December 30, 2024

Hundreds of fans gathered at the Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown Hotel for a Hawkeye Huddle on Sunday, Dec. 29. The Huddle was sponsored by the I-Club, Office of Alumni Engagement, and the Iowa Swarm...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz listens to a question during a press conference in the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tenn., on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024. Head coaches Kirk Ferentz and Eliah Drinkwitz, as well as both team's defensive and offensive coordinators, spoke about the game and answered questions from the media. The Iowa Hawkeyes and Missouri Tigers will face off in the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Monday, Dec. 30, at Nissan Stadium.

Photos: 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl head coach-coordinator conference

Emma Calabro and Cody Blissett December 30, 2024

A press conference for the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl was held at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville Tenn., on Sunday, Dec. 29. Head coaches Kirk Ferentz and Eliah...

Iowa defensive and special teams players practice during an Iowa football practice at Ensworth High School in Nashville, Tenn., on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024. The Iowa Hawkeyes and Missouri Tigers will face off in the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Monday, Dec. 30, at Nissan Stadium.

Music City Bowl offers chance for young Iowa football players to gain experience

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor December 30, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN – On this date in 2001, Kirk Ferentz and his Iowa football squad battled Mike Leach and the Texas Tech Red Raiders in the Alamo Bowl. The Hawkeyes won a rather uneventful game, 19-16, but...

Head coaches Kirk Ferentz and Eliah Drinkwitz pose for a picture after accepting customized guitars during a press conference in the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tenn., on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024. Head coaches Kirk Ferentz and Eliah Drinkwitz, as well as both team's defensive and offensive coordinators, spoke about the game and answered questions from the media. The Iowa Hawkeyes and Missouri Tigers will face off in the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Monday, Dec. 30, at Nissan Stadium.

Iowa football’s Kirk Ferentz, Missouri’s Eli Drinkwitz feature different backgrounds but a common perspective

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 29, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN – Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz said he didn’t have too much familiarity with his Missouri counterpart Eli Drinkwitz. The pair are 28 years apart in age, hail from different...

Players huddle during an Iowa football practice at Ensworth High School in Nashville, Tenn., on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024. The Iowa Hawkeyes and Missouri Tigers will face off in the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Monday, Dec. 30, at Nissan Stadium.

Center Logan Jones, linebacker Kyler Fisher among four Iowa football players missing Music City Bowl

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 29, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN – The Iowa football team will be without four players for the upcoming Music City Bowl against Missouri on Dec. 30. Center Logan Jones, wide receiver Seth Anderson, defensive back Koen...