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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris breaks up a pass intended for Kentucky wide receiver Chris Lewis during the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl between No. 15 Iowa and No. 22 Kentucky at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-17.

One-on-one with Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 5, 2023

The Daily Iowan: What would be the first thing you would do if you won the lottery? Jermari Harris: If I won the lottery? I would get my dad a new tombstone. I want to get him one of those big,...

Iowa wide receiver Xavier Nwankpa celebrates after completing a tackle during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Nwankpa had eight total tackles.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 6 of the college football season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 5, 2023

Power Rankings Michigan - The Wolverines haven’t given up more than seven points in a game.  Penn State - Northwestern hung around in the first half.  Ohio State - Interested to see...

Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill throws a pass during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Hill threw for 115 yards.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 6 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 5, 2023

Purdue @ Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (20-10): Iowa – Even a new Gatorade flavor won’t help these lukewarm Boilermakers.  Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (14-16): Iowa – The Hawks desperately...

Iowa listens to the National Anthem as fireworks go off during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Iowa had a total of 222 years.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 6 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden October 5, 2023

Pete Ruden's (9-6, $820) Picks:  Iowa -2.5 It’s Deacon Hill SZN. While Purdue has given Iowa its fair share of troubles in the past, I don’t think that will be the case this time around. Hill...

Kid captain Max Schlee poses for a portrait with his family during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023.

Kid Captain Max Schlee chooses to give back

Grace Olson, News Reporter October 5, 2023

Max Schlee experiences life with a rare inherited genetic disorder, but that does not affect the 8-year-old’s performance in the classroom and athletic field.   “He's just a normal kid,”...

The Iowa offensive line stands on the field during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and No. 7 Penn State at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes, 31-0.

Iowa football’s offensive line sticks together, stays confident over adversity

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor October 5, 2023

Iowa’s offensive line room — led by starting left tackle Mason Richman, left guard Nick DeJong, center Logan Jones, right guard Connor Colby, and right tackle Gennings Dunker — is a world of...

Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz reacts to a play during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Ferentz met his performance objective of scoring more than 25 points in a game. His performance objective states he must average 25 points per game.

Grading Iowa football after 26-16 win over Michigan State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 1, 2023

Passing Offense: C Even though Iowa starting quarterback Cade McNamara missed practically this entire contest due to his injury, his absence does not excuse that Iowa's passing offense remained a...

Iowa tight end Erick All runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. All had 67 receiving yards and a touchdown.

Highlight to Watch: Iowa tight end Erick All scores Hawkeyes’ first TD of game

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 1, 2023

Iowa football's only offensive touchdown drive Saturday evening against Michigan State was almost entirely due to tight end Erick All. Near the end of the second quarter with starting quarterback Cade...

Iowa and Michigan State line up on the line of scrimmage during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16.

Iowa football Week 5 Column | Hawkeyes earn morale-boosting win, but now have a completely different season outlook

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 1, 2023

For better or worse, no Iowa football fan will forget the final September evening of 2023, when the Hawkeyes took on Michigan State. Prior to kickoff, most fans thought this Big Ten battle would be...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean runs toward the end zone for a touchdown after a punt return during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. DeJean’s touchdown on the punt return was 70 yards.

Iowa pulls off a comeback win against Michigan State thanks to strong performance by Cooper DeJean and defense

Cooper Worth, Football Reporter October 1, 2023

If one were near Kinnick Stadium around the six-minute mark of the Iowa-Michigan State football game Saturday night, they may have been confused why fans seemed to boo after the Hawkeyes got a turnover...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara stands on the sidelines with crutches after getting injured in the first quarter during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16.

Iowa football quarterback Cade McNamara suffers left leg injury, exits game early in win over Michigan State

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor October 1, 2023

Quarterback Cade McNamara’s time with the Iowa football team has been marred by injuries, the latest coming in Saturday’s win against Michigan State. The Michigan transfer had surgery on his...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean runs during a punt return to the end zone for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Highlight to Watch: Cooper DeJean’s game-winning punt return TD

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 30, 2023

When the ball is in Iowa cornerback Cooper DeJean's hands, anything can happen. After Michigan State punter Ryan Eckley booted several balls well over DeJean's head, the Iowa native finally got a chance...