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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Ohio State wide receiver Julian Fleming runs into the end zone for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and No. 2 Ohio State at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022. Fleming caught two passes for 105 yards and a touchdown. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes, 54-10.

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

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden October 4, 2024

Pete Ruden’s (3-9, $265) Picks:  Iowa +20.5 This just feels like the kind of game Iowa is going to try to muddy up. I think it has the potential to do just that. Iowa runs the ball 62% of the...

The Iowa marching band and Ohio State marching band perform together at halftime during a football game between Iowa and No. 2 Ohio State at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022. The Buckeyes did a joint performance for the first time in about 30 years. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes, 54-10.

Where and when to watch Iowa football battle Ohio State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 4, 2024

The Iowa football team ventures eastward to Columbus to take on No. 3 Ohio State on Saturday afternoon. Ohio Stadium has been a house of horrors for the Hawkeyes, having not won on the road against...

Iowa players walk onto the field before a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14, taking back the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy.

On The Line | The Daily Iowan’s football coverage team picks a slate of Week 6 games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 4, 2024

Iowa @ No. 3 Ohio State  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (14-10): Ohio State – Queue up “Linger” for the eight-hour drive back. Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor (15-9): Ohio State – Jami owes...

Rutgers head coach Greg Schiano speaks at a press conference during day one of Big Ten Football Media day  at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.

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

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor October 4, 2024

Power Rankings Ohio State — National champions? Doubtful. But Big Ten champions? Likely. Oregon — Pick on someone your own size. Not UCLA. Penn State — Say what you will. That was...

Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka speaks to the media during day one of Big Ten Football Media day  at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s matchup against Ohio State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 4, 2024

1. Points on the board  While it may sound dumb to say scoring will be important if Iowa wants to pull off the upset, it’s especially true in the Hawkeyes’ case. Iowa hasn’t put up a point...

Kid Captain Haidyn Ulrich takes a photo with Nick Jackson and Graham Eben during Kid’s Day at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024. Iowa football players signed autographs for young fans and held an open practice on the Kinnick field.

Aspiring nurse Haidyn Ulrich fulfills Kid Captain dream

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter October 4, 2024

Haidyn Ulrich is no stranger to patience. She was patient throughout two years of acute lymphoblastic leukemia treatment and multiple football seasons of applying to be an Iowa Kid Captain. But...

Iowa defensive lineman Ethan Hurkett disrupts Indiana quarterback Jack Tuttle during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6.

One-on-one with Iowa defensive lineman Ethan Hurkett

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 3, 2024

The Daily Iowan: What are some things you’ve been working on this offseason? Ethan Hurkett: I’ve been working on just getting my body right through the strength and conditioning program with...

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey prepares for the snap during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Iowa football’s Luke Lachey embraces the moment

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 3, 2024

When Grandview Heights High School football head coach Jason Peters asked his 7-year-old son who he wanted to be for Halloween, Peters initially misunderstood.  “Luke!” his son said. Peters’...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara cheers before a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Iowa football scouting report | No. 3 Ohio State

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor October 2, 2024

Iowa football’s toughest test of the season is here. Ohio Stadium — nicknamed “The Shoe” for its horseshoe shape — in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. will host yet another clash...

Fans do the "burrito lift" during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

The story behind the iconic ‘Burrito Lift’

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 1, 2024

The Iowa football team has implemented many special traditions over the years, ranging from listening to an audio recording of Nile Kinnick’s Heisman Trophy speech before every home football game...

Jan 28, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) reacts after a first down against the Detroit Lions during the second half of the NFC Championship football game at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NFL | Week 4

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 1, 2024

Former Hawkeye football defenders have proved Iowa is a defensive powerhouse across the fourth week of NFL action. Jewell, a Carolina Panthers linebacker, continues to show he’s one of the better...