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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Iowa wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. runs into the end zone during a game against Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, November 9, 2019. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Badgers 24-22. Tracy Jr. ran for a 75 yard touchdown in the 4th quarter.

WATCH: Tracy’s reverse gives Iowa early lead

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor December 27, 2019

Brian Ferentz entered Friday's Holiday Bowl with some tricks up his sleeve, and it helped Iowa score its first touchdown. Lined up in the shotgun with a back to both sides, Nate Stanley handed the ball...

Iowa linebacker Amani Jones attempts to tackle Purdue quarterback Jack Plummer during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Jones, Martin to miss Holiday Bowl against USC

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor December 27, 2019

SAN DIEGO — Iowa defensive end and special-teamer Amani Jones and wide receiver Oliver Martin will not play in Iowa's matchup against USC in the Holiday Bowl at 7 p.m due to injuries, according to Iowa...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws a pass during the Outback Bowl game between Iowa and Mississippi State at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida on Tuesday, January 1, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs 27-22.

Looking back on Iowa’s best offensive bowls under Ferentz

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor December 27, 2019

The 2019 Holiday Bowl marks Kirk Ferentz’s 17th bowl game as Iowa’s head coach and will determine whether he’s above or below .500 in those games. In preparation for the game, The Daily Iowan...

Iowa defensive end AJ Epenesa prepares for a play during the Iowa football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks 38-14.

Keys to the 2019 Holiday Bowl

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser December 27, 2019

Iowa wins if: It slows USC's receiving corps. The Trojans' offense features three wide receivers who have recorded at least 65 receptions, 850 yards, and six touchdowns. Michael Pittman Jr. leads...

The Hawkeye Marching Band performs during the Hawkeye Huddle at the Hilton San Diego Bay Front on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019.

Hawkeye fans take over San Diego ahead of Holiday Bowl

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor December 26, 2019

San Diego isn’t usually a hotbed for Iowa football fans. When all the action takes place in Iowa City and surrounding Big Ten campuses, it doesn’t need to be. But its role changed this week. The...

USC head coach Clay Helton (left) speaks with Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz during the 2019 SDCCU Holiday Bowl Coaches Press Conference in the Grand Hyatt Hotel in San Diego on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019.

Highlights from the Holiday Bowl press conference

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser December 26, 2019

One day before the Holiday Bowl, Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and USC head coach Clay Helton discussed Friday's Big Ten/Pac-12 matchup. The teams don't receive the opportunity to face programs from...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks during the 2019 SDCCU Holiday Bowl Coaches Press Conference in the Grand Hyatt Hotel in San Diego on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019.

Iowa football battles losses in Holiday Bowl

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor December 26, 2019

For Iowa football, this season has been riddled with losses. From injuries to deaths in the program, the Hawkeyes have fought through adversity all season. Now, they’re gearing up to continue that...