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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill looks towards the sidelines during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Hill passed for 65 yards and a touchdown. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Grading Iowa’s performance against Northwestern

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 5, 2023

Passing Offense: C-  Based on his previous three starts, Iowa QB Deacon Hill had one of his better days under center. Finishing the afternoon on 10-of-15 passing, the sophomore had his best completion...

Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill throws a pass during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Hill’s quarterback ranking was 21.1. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa Football Week 10 Column: Hawkeyes ‘chip away’ at offensive ineptitude, but nothing will change for the unit in 2023

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 5, 2023

“Keep chipping away.”  Those were the words of Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz after Saturday’s game when describing the Hawkeyes’ gradual improvement on offense. Well, if Iowa really is chipping...

Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins stops Northwestern running back Cam Porter from scoring a touchdown during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Higgins had 12 total tackles. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa defense embraces simplicity and dependence during its fourth-quarter goal line stand

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 5, 2023

It’s safe to say the Iowa defense left its mark on the field – literally. After starting the game against the Northwestern Wildcats on a pristine green Wrigley grass, the Hawkeyes walked back to...

Iowa kicker Drew Stevens waves to fans after kicking a game-winning field goal in the fourth quarter during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Stevens secured the win with 14 seconds left in the game, kicking a 52-yard field goal. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa football kicker Drew Stevens nails game-winning field goal with confidence after first miss

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 4, 2023

With three minutes remaining in the first quarter, Drew Stevens missed the 53-yard field goal to give the Hawkeyes an early lead. With 14 seconds left in the game, the Iowa football placekicker had...

Fans celebrate after Iowa tight end Addison Ostrenga scored a touchdown during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Iowa had ten receptions on the day. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Photos: Iowa football vs. Northwestern at Wrigley Field

Ayrton Breckenridge and Grace Smith November 4, 2023

The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7, during the 2023 Wildcats Classic a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday. This was the first game after it was announced...

Iowa defensive lineman Ethan Hurkett tackles Northwestern running back Cam Porter during the 2023 Wildcats Classic a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football defeats Northwestern, 10-7, with late field goal by Drew Stevens

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 4, 2023

CHICAGO - The Iowa football team defeated Northwestern, 10-7, at Wrigley Field in a contest marked by injury, offensive struggles, and a goal-line stand for the Hawkeyes in the fourth quarter.  "Our...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson runs with the ball during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. Johnson's longest run of the game was 18 yards. Iowa defeated Northwestern, 33-13.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 10 of the college football season

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 2, 2023

Power Rankings Michigan — The Wolverines remain ahead — but not by too much. Ohio State — Marvin Harrison Jr. for Heisman? He sure played like it. Penn State — The Nittany Lions...

Iowa offensive linemen Nick DeJong and Rusty Feth carry the Cy-Hawk Trophy after 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.

One-on-one with Iowa offensive lineman Rusty Feth

Isaac Elzinga, Sports Reporter November 2, 2023

The Daily Iowan: What have you enjoyed about Iowa City so far? Rusty Feth: Outside of football? Oh, everyone is super nice. I know everyone says that, but it’s really true. Like everyone is so...

Kid captain Lincoln Veach holds linebacker Nick Jackson’s hand during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023.

Iowa football Kid Captain Lincoln Veach embraces strength

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 2, 2023

Lincoln Veach can usually be found outside. Growing up in the small town of Andrew, Iowa, the 5-year-old rides around in his go-kart and four-wheeler plays on the swing set in the backyard, and dashes...

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson carries the ball 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. Patterson rushed for 86 yards.

‘Make something out of nothing:’ Iowa football RBs a bright spot within struggling offense

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor November 2, 2023

Fifty-nine yards. 67 yards. 82 yards.  Iowa's biggest football plays of the year have come from three running backs — redshirt freshman Jaziun Patterson, sophomore Kaleb Johnson, and senior Leshon...

Iowa running back Leshon Williams celebrates in the end zone after a rushing touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 10 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden November 2, 2023

Pete Ruden's (15-9, $1350) Picks:  Iowa -5 Iowa could easily be 7-1 right now with a massive lead in the Big Ten West. Instead, it’s 6-2 and has Minnesota, Nebraska, and Wisconsin all breathing...