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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

The Daily Iowan

Iowa fans cheer for the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy 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.

Opinion | Iowa football is on the precipice of one of the greatest turnarounds in Kirk Ferentz’s head coaching tenure

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor November 20, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS — Iowa football is one win away from what might be the most impressive midseason revitalization in the Kirk Ferentz era. Four weeks ago, the Hawkeyes lost to the Ohio State Buckeyes,...

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. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Grading Iowa football’s 13-10 road win over Minnesota

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor November 19, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS — The Iowa football team defeated Minnesota, 13-10, Saturday afternoon at Huntington Bank Stadium. The Hawkeyes claimed the Floyd of Rosedale for the eighth consecutive time. Iowa...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras dives in for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Twitter reacts to Iowa football’s victory over Minnesota

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor November 19, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS — Iowa football took down Minnesota, 13-10, on Saturday at Huntington Bank Stadium. The Hawkeyes notched their fourth Big Ten win in a row, moving to 7-4 on the season and 5-3 in Big...

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta runs after a reception during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football beats Minnesota, takes control of its own destiny in Big Ten West race

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor November 19, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS — The Iowa football team’s offense came out of the gate hot Saturday at Huntington Bank Stadium. The Hawkeyes scored 10 points on their first two drives against a Golden Gopher defense...

Iowa defensive lineman Deontae Craig and defensive lineman Logan Lee tackle Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. The Iowa defense sacked Mertz four times and forced a fumble. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 24-10.

Iowa football’s Deontae Craig enjoys career game in victory over Wisconsin

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor November 13, 2022

Iowa defensive end Deontae Craig did not play against Wisconsin as a true freshman. Craig was dressed during the Hawkeyes' 28-7 win over the Badgers on Dec. 12, 2020. But he didn’t see the field. During...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz smiles after a forced fumble during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. After recording the win, Iowa secured bowl eligibility. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 24-10.

Iowa football team not worried about Big Ten West race after win over Wisconsin

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter November 13, 2022

Iowa football is now in a four-way tie for the Big Ten West lead after its 24-10 win against Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium Saturday. But the Hawkeyes say the race to a division title is not among their...

Iowa defensive lineman Aaron Graves pressures Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz’ pass during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. Mertz connected on just 45 percent of his passes. The Hawkeyes, defeated the Badgers, 24-10.

Opinion | Iowa football is good at winning ugly, and that’s OK

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor November 13, 2022

Iowa football’s 2022 campaign might find an odd place to sit in fans’ minds come January. Four weeks ago, Iowa was under .500 with the worst offense in the country. The Hawkeye faithful frequently...

The Hawkeyes rush the Heartland Trophy during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. With the win, the Hawkeyes improved their series record against the Badgers to 49-45. The Hawkeyes, defeated the Badgers, 24-10.

Iowa football excited to have Heartland Trophy back in Iowa City

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter November 13, 2022

Iowa football has struggled against Wisconsin during the Kirk Ferentz era. The Hawkeyes’ head coach of nearly 25 years has lost to the Badgers 13 times. On Saturday afternoon, Ferentz picked up his...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean returns a pick six during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. DeJean had 10 tackles and an interception. The Hawkeyes, defeated the Badgers, 24-10.

Grading Iowa football’s 24-10 victory over Wisconsin

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor November 13, 2022

Iowa football became bowl eligible with a 24-10 victory over Wisconsin on Saturday afternoon. The Hawkeyes are now 6-4 on the season and 4-3 in conference play, rounding out a four-way tie for first...

The Iowa offense gets up after scoring a touchdown on a Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras sneak during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. Petras rushed the ball eight times for -41 yards and a touchdown. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 24-10.

Twitter reacts to Iowa football’s victory over Wisconsin

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor November 12, 2022

Iowa football took down Wisconsin, 24-10, on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes notched their third Big Ten win in a row, moving to 6-4 on the season and 4-3 in Big Ten play. If Illinois...

Iowa football downs Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium, works back into Big Ten West title race

Iowa football downs Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium, works back into Big Ten West title race

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor November 12, 2022

Iowa football’s defense proved dominant against Wisconsin on Saturday. The Hawkeyes forced three turnovers in their 24-10 win over the Badgers. Seven of Iowa’s points came directly from its...

Rutgers wide receiver Aron Cruickshank prepares to catch the ball over Iowa defensive back Riley Moss during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, N.J. on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 27-10. Cruickshank had seven receptions totaling 55 yards.

Watch: Riley Moss makes diving catch for first pick of the season

Sam Knupp, Sports Reporter November 12, 2022

Defensive back Riley Moss grabbed his first interception of the year in the third quarter against Wisconsin. The interception came after defensive back Kaevon Merriweather tipped the pass, intended...