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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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Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) rushes with the ball for a first down in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Friday, Nov. 13, 2020 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. (Jesse Johnson/USA TODAY Sports)

Opinion | Half the regular season is over for the Hawkeyes, and there are promising opportunities ahead

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 15, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — Iowa’s dominant 35-7 victory over Minnesota was important – and entertaining – for the Hawkeyes on a number of fronts. Two straight blowout victories to get back to .500? Check....

Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) celebrates with offensive lineman Justin Britt (63) after scoring a touchdown in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Friday, Nov. 13, 2020 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. (Jesse Johnson/USA TODAY Sports)

Hawkeyes gaining steam after two blowout victories

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 15, 2020

Iowa’s victory over Minnesota on Nov. 13 meant the Floyd of Rosedale trophy will stay in Iowa City for a sixth year in a row. The win was also the latest step for the Hawkeyes in turning their season...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Spencer Petras (7) calls out a play in the huddle in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Grading Iowa’s performance against Minnesota

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 14, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — For the second week in a row, the Iowa football team's report card is reflective of the dominant performance it had. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 35-7, at TCF Stadium on Friday...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Spencer Petras (7) hands the ball off to running back Tyler Goodson (15) in the second half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Offensive line critical to Hawkeyes’ success

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 14, 2020

Often overlooked and seldom talked about – unless a sack is given up or a penalty is committed – offensive linemen lie at the heart of every offense. For the 2020 Hawkeyes, the offensive line...

Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Riley Moss (33) runs with the ball after an interception against the Minnesota Golden Gophers Friday, November 13, 2020 at TCF Bank Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

By the numbers | Iowa’s decisive victory over Minnesota

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 14, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — The Iowa football team’s 35-7 rout of Minnesota on Friday night ensures that Floyd stays in Iowa City for the sixth consecutive year. The Hawkeyes dominated the Gophers at TCF...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Spencer Petras (7) calls out a play in the huddle in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Social media reactions following Iowa’s victory over Minnesota

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 14, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — Following two close losses to begin its 2020 season, the Iowa football team is 2-2. Both Hawkeye victories over the past two weeks were blowouts, the latest one coming against the Gophers. Iowa...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) rushes with the ball for a first down in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Iowa rushing attack led by Goodson, Sargent continues to dominate

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 14, 2020

Iowa's ground game proved to be a scary sight for the Minnesota defense in the Friday the 13th matchup between the teams. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 35-7, for their sixth victory in a row...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; A general view of the line of scrimmage between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Hawkeye defense sinks Gophers, secures Floyd’s return trip to Iowa City

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 14, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — The game was decided, but the rivalry was still alive in the final seconds of Iowa’s 35-7 victory over Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Friday night. Down by five touchdowns with...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) rushes for a touchdown in the second half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Iowa football defeats Minnesota for sixth season in a row

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 13, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — After an 0-2 start to the 2020 season, the Iowa football team is back to .500 after a dominating 35-7 victory over Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium. The Hawkeyes have defeated the Gophers...

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