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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson runs into the end zone for an Iowa tocuhdown during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 42-10.

Iowa football’s Kaleb Johnson declares for NFL Draft

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 1, 2024

After a record-breaking 2024 season, Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson aims to take his talents to the next level. The junior declared for the 2025 NFL Draft via a social media post on Sunday evening....

Iowa defensive lineman Max Llewellyn signals possession of the ball during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

“You can’t draw it up better than this.” Iowa’s second-half defense takes over in Senior Night win over Nebraska

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter November 30, 2024

Iowa star linebacker Jay Higgins experienced the pregame captain handshake many times throughout his illustrious football career. Walking onto the field at Kinnick Stadium, he expected a moment of...

Iowa defensive lineman Aaron Graves tackles Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Grading Iowa football’s comeback victory over Nebraska

Brad Schultz, Assistnat Sports Editor November 30, 2024

Passing Offense: C-  Again, it’s hard to criticize Jackson Statton due to the situation he’s in, but the Hawkeyes struggled to throw the ball throughout this contest. Stratton completed 8 of...

Iowa kicker Drew Stevens kicks the ball during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Iowa kicker Drew Stevens earns late-season redemption amid resurgent year

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor November 30, 2024

As Iowa and Nebraska battled through one of their classic, intense football games, Iowa kicker Drew Stevens anxiously awaited on the sidelines for an opportunity.  Stevens has had numerous triumphant...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson embraces a coach after winning a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Column | No doghouse, only development: a source of Iowa football pride

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 30, 2024

“Get your butt kicked with dignity.”  Iowa offensive lineman Nick DeJong uttered this phrase during his postgame press conference. He was talking about his role on the Hawkeyes’ field goal...

Iowa fans celebrate as a field goal is made to win the game in the last six seconds during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10

Photos: Iowa football vs. Nebraska

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro November 30, 2024

The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Nebraska Cornhuskers, 13-10, in a matchup at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday. Iowa kicker Drew Stevens won the game for the Hawkeyes with a 53-yard field goal in the...

Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson celebrates an Iowa win after a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Iowa football defeats Nebraska with second-half comeback solidified by clutch defense

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 29, 2024

The black-clad crowd at Kinnick Stadium sang “Seven Nation Army” at the start of the fourth quarter, hoping that the fight song from The White Stripes could will the Hawkeyes to victory. Minutes...

Players embrace Iowa defensive back TJ Hall after his interception during a football game between Iowa and Maryland at SECU Stadium in College Park, Md. on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 29-13.

Live updates | Iowa football closes out regular season against rival Nebraska

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor November 29, 2024

Following a 29-13 road victory over Maryland last weekend, the Iowa football team gets set to close out the regular season at Kinnick Stadium against rival Nebraska. The Hawkeyes have won eight out of...

Iowa offensive lineman Tyler Elsbury celebrates after a turnover during a football game between No. 17 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln Nebraska on Friday, Nov. 23, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 13-10.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 14 of the college football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden November 27, 2024

Pete Ruden's (13-19-1, $1,200) Picks: Iowa -5.5 With its victory over Wisconsin last week, Nebraska clinched a bowl for the first time since 2016. Now, it has to head to Iowa City for a night game...

Photo contributed by Taylor Vessel of UIHC

‘The happiest kid ever:’ Kid Captain Lukas Hazen embraces others with a “genuine smile’

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 27, 2024

One goodbye. That’s all Jayme Hazen wanted. Minutes after giving birth to Lukas, her son would be airlifted 40 miles away to the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital. Doctors had...

Iowa defensive lineman Chauncey Golston carries the Heroes Trophy after the football game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on Friday, November 29, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 27-24.

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Nebraska

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 27, 2024

The Iowa football team aims to retain the Heroes Trophy when it hosts Nebraska on Friday night. The Cornhuskers and Hawkeyes are each coming off victories and are each bowl-eligible for the first time...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz observes players during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes 20-17.

Iowa football notebook | Kirk Ferentz updates quarterback situation, reflects on seniors

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 26, 2024

It will be a battle of inexperience under center in Iowa football’s Friday night contest against Nebraska. While Cornhusker fans might be wary of first-year quarterback Dylan Raiola and his 10 interceptions,...