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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras (7) throws a pass during the third quarter of the Iowa v. Illinois football game at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020. Iowa defeated Illinois with a final score of 35-21.

Spencer Petras looks sharp after early struggles against Illinois

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor December 5, 2020

Twitter accounts from Iowa fans were steaming after Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras struggled early against Illinois. Petras was sacked on the first drive, and his passes were off target as the...

Illinois running back Chase Brown (2) is tackled by Iowa defenders during the first quarter of the Iowa v. Illinois football game at Memorial Stadium on Saturday Dec. 5, 2020. Iowa defeated Illinois with a final score of 35-21.

Iowa’s comeback victory extends team’s winning streak to five games

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 5, 2020

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Much like dropping two games to start the season has turned into a lengthy winning streak, falling behind by two scores early against Illinois didn’t derail the No. 19 Iowa football...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras (7) overthrows a pass towards the endzone during the second quarter of the Iowa v. Illinois football game at Memorial Stadium on Saturday Dec. 5, 2020.

Hawkeyes overcome early deficit, defeat Illini for fifth consecutive victory

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 5, 2020

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Earlier this season, the Hawkeyes lost after leading 17-0 in the first quarter. On Saturday at Memorial Stadium, Iowa overcame an early 14-0 deficit and defeated Illinois 35-21. The...

Iowa defensive back Terry Roberts celebrate the win after a game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0.

Terry Roberts contributing as special teams ace for Hawkeye football

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor November 29, 2020

In the fourth quarter of the Iowa-Nebraska game, Iowa’s Terry Roberts was in the right place at the right time. But the special-team ace didn’t do that by accident. After the Hawkeyes went three-and-out...

Iowa kicker Keith Duncan attempts a field goal during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 26-20.

Opinion | Appreciating an entertaining Black Friday in Hawkeye sports

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 29, 2020

Of course – because it is 2020 and all – a Zoom conference stands out as the most memorable part of what was an already entertaining Black Friday in Hawkeye sports. About four hours after Keith...

Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon tackles Nebraska's WanÕDale Robinson during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. IowaÕs defense sacked Martinez three times.

Grading Iowa’s victory over Nebraska on Black Friday

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 28, 2020

The No. 24 Iowa football team defeated Nebraska 26-20 in Kinnick Stadium on Black Friday to win its fourth game in a row on the season and improve to 4-2. The Hawkeyes have now defeated the Cornhuskers...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras leads a huddle during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020.

By the numbers | Iowa’s victory over Nebraska

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor November 28, 2020

For the fourth straight week, the No. 24 Iowa football team won a game, as it defeated Nebraska 26-20 on Friday. The Hawkeyes are now 4-2 on the season, which also includes wins over Michigan State,...

Nebraska quarterback Adrian Martinez runs from pressure during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020.

Social media reactions following Iowa’s 26-20 victory over Nebraska on Black Friday

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 27, 2020

The No. 24 Iowa football team improved to 4-2 on the season with a 26-20 victory over Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Black Friday. The Hawkeyes have won six straight games over the Cornhuskers in...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 26-20.

Rushing game picks up in second half of Hawkeye victory

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor November 27, 2020

Iowa only ran for 35 yards in the first half against Nebraska on Friday. Which, for the run-heavy and sometimes run-dependent Hawkeyes, wasn't a promising start. But the Iowa running game picked...

Iowa kicker Keith Duncan attempts a field goal during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 26-20. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa-Nebraska rivalry on full display before and after the 26-20 Hawkeye victory

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 27, 2020

Keith Duncan ended Nebraska’s season last year with a game-winning kick in Lincoln, and soaked in the moment by blowing kisses to the Cornhuskers' sideline. In pregame warmups before this year's...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras looks to pass during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Late turnover seals Iowa’s sixth straight Heroes Game victory over Nebraska

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 27, 2020

The No. 24 Iowa football team defeated Nebraska 26-20 at Kinnick Stadium on Black Friday for the team's six consecutive victory in the Heroes Game. The Hawkeyes have now won four games in a row...

Nov 21, 2020; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions safety Jaquan Brisker (1) pushes Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) out of bounds during the first quarter at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Opinion | Hawkeyes could have folded after 0-2 start, but chose to dominate instead

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 23, 2020

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Back-to-back losses by a combined five points to begin a shortened, eight-game regular season could have spiraled into a disaster for the Iowa football team. Because an 0-2...