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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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Fans cheer after Leshon Williams’ rushing touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Minnesota on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 19, 2023

Iowa football looks to hold onto first place in the Big Ten West and keep the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy in Iowa City for the ninth straight season when it faces Minnesota on Saturday. The Hawkeyes have...

Iowa defensive backs Henry Marchese and Jack Koerner carry the Floyd of Rosedale after a football game between No. 19 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated Gophers 27-22.

The Tale of Floyd of Rosedale

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor October 19, 2023

The Iowa and Minnesota football teams duke it out each year for the opportunity to take home the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy. But few know the story behind one of college football’s most iconic rivalry...

Kid captain Bentley Erickson reacts as he exits the Kinnick tunnel during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023.

Bentley Erickson returns to home state for a ‘profound moment’ at Kinnick Stadium

Cooper Worth, Football Reporter October 19, 2023

For Bentley Erickson, returning to Iowa City usually isn't a good thing.  The Ericksons have been visiting Iowa City and the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital consistently for...

Iowa offensive lineman Mason Richman celebrates a first down after a reception from tight end Sam LaPorta during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 8 of the college football season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 19, 2023

Power Rankings  Michigan – The Wolverines will play against actual competition soon, right?  Ohio State – Marvin Harrison Jr. is him, but he also has a surprisingly long neck.  Penn...

Iowa defensive lineman Logan Lee looks at the Nebraska huddle during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. Lee had seven total tackles. The Huskers lead the Hawkeyes at halftime, 17-0.

More than football: Iowa defensive tackle Logan Lee keeps faith and family in forefront

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 19, 2023

Logan Lee hasn't had a sip of soda since Feb. 3, 2012.  After reading Tim Tebow’s book, “Through My Eyes,” Lee, 11 years old at the time, couldn’t help but make a $100 bet with his father,...

Iowa defensive back TJ Hall puts the ball down near the end zone after a punt 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.

One-on-one with Iowa cornerback T.J. Hall

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 19, 2023

The Daily Iowan: So you’re from California; what do you miss most about California, and what was your favorite thing to do back home? T.J. Hall: The thing I probably miss most is the weather in...

Iowa running back Leshon Williams gets tackled during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. Williams rushed for 174 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 15-6.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s duel against Minnesota

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 19, 2023

1. Tight end production  Now with Erick All out for the season, Iowa is left with a tight end room who has caught a grand total of eight passes in the Black and Gold over the past two seasons. Five...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson celebrates after a run during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 8 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden October 19, 2023

Pete Ruden's (12-8 for $1175) Picks: Minnesota +3.5 Iowa has a clear path to an 11-1 regular season, which would put the Hawkeyes one upset away from crashing the College Football Playoff. But...

Iowa offensive lineman Logan Jones and defensive lineman Logan Lee hold the Heartland Trophy after a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 15-6.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 8 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 19, 2023

Minnesota @ No. 24 Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (27-15): Iowa – Deacon Hill throws two touchdown passes. There, I said it.  Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (21-21): Iowa – This little...

Iowa players walk off the field after a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 15-6.

Iowa football Week 7 Column | Hawkeyes bend the rules of college football, rewrite seemingly abysmal numbers as side effects of winning

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 15, 2023

It’s only fitting that ESPN’s College GameDay celebrity guest Joe McHale was the only person on the panel of experts who picked Iowa football to beat Wisconsin on Saturday. McHale is arguably best...

Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz speaks with quarterback Deacon Hill during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. Hill passed for 37 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 15-6.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Wisconsin

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 15, 2023

Passing offense: D-  The only reason this mark isn’t a failure is the fact that the Hawkeyes once again lost their top pass-catcher to a brutal leg injury, this time with tight end Erick All. While...

Iowa punter Tory Taylor punts 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. Taylor punted the ball for 167 yards.

Highlight to Watch: Iowa punter Tory Taylor’s 506 yard day against Wisconsin

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 15, 2023

In his postgame press conference following Iowa football's 15-6 victory over Wisconsin on Saturday, Hawkeye punter Tory Taylor said he was in a bit of a "slump" in his first few games in the Black...