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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 tight end T.J. Hockenson runs after making a catch during Iowa's game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, October 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 48-31.

T.J. Hockenson’s NFL decision made, will announce later

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 1, 2019

TAMPA, Fla. - T.J. Hockenson could very well have played his final game in a Hawkeye uniform. Only the he knows, and he's not giving too many clues as to whether or not he's made a decision to return...

Iowa safety Jake Gervase intercepts a pass in the end zone 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.

Senior walk-ons lead the way in Outback victory

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 1, 2019

TAMPA, Fla. – When Iowa needed a spark offensively, the offense turned to wide receiver Nick Easley. When the defense needed a stop, safety Jake Gervase was in the right spot. Neither player started...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley calls an audible 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.

Photos: 2019 Outback Bowl

Nick Rohlman, Photo Editor January 1, 2019

Iowa safety Jake Gervase celebrates after breaking up a pass to seal Iowa's victory 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.

Back-and-forth Outback Bowl swings Iowa’s way

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 1, 2019

TAMPA, Fla. – The momentum pendulum swung both ways for nearly the entire 60 minutes of action, but when the final whistle blew, it was Iowa (9-4) coming out on top over No. 18 Mississippi State (8-5)...

Iowa takes down Mississippi State, wins Outback Bowl

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 1, 2019

TAMPA, Fla. - It went down to the wire, but Iowa defeated No. 18 Mississippi State, 27-22, to win the 2019 Outback Bowl. Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley completed 21 of his 31 passes for 214 yards and...

Halftime reactions - Iowa vs. Mississippi State

Halftime reactions – Iowa vs. Mississippi State

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor January 1, 2019

TAMPA, Fla. - Halfway through the Outback Bowl, Iowa leads No. 18 Mississippi State, 17-6. The Hawkeyes have fewer than 100 yards of total offense (97), but have all the momentum heading into halftime....

DITV Tailgate Series: The Outback Bowl

Beau Bowman, DITV Sports Director January 1, 2019

The Hawkeye marching band takes on Tampa

Beau Bowman, DITV Sports Director December 31, 2018

Iowa running back Mehki Sargent carries the ball during the Iowa vs. Nebraska game on Friday, November 23, 2018. Iowa defeated the Huskers 31-28.

Hawkeye offense set to clash with standout Mississippi State defense

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor December 31, 2018

TAMPA, Fla. – The season comes down to this. On Tuesday, Iowa takes on No. 18 Mississippi State in the Outback Bowl. “It's a great Bowl game on every level,” Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz said....

Mississippi State quarterback Nick Fitzgerald throws a pass during a practice at Jesuit High School in Tampa, Florida on Saturday Dec. 29, 2018.

Iowa defense prepared for Mississippi State’s Fitzgerald

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor December 31, 2018

TAMPA, Fla. – Iowa has a tall task standing in its way on Tuesday. Literally. Mississippi State quarterback Nick Fitzgerald stands at 6-foot-5 and weighs 230 pounds, and he’s arguably the most dynamic...