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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 tackle Alaric Jackson throws a block during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. Hawkeye quarterback Spencer Petras was only sacked once on the day.

Iowa left tackle Alaric Jackson declares for NFL Draft

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 28, 2020

Iowa left tackle Alaric Jackson announced on social media Monday that he has declared for the 2021 NFL Draft. The senior, like every other player, had the opportunity to return for another year...

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

Daviyon Nixon, Tyler Linderbaum named AP All-Americans

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 28, 2020

Iowa junior defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon was named first-team All-America and redshirt sophomore center Tyler Linderbaum was named second-team All-America by the Associated Press on Monday. The AP...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks to his team during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17.

Kirk Ferentz discusses ‘disappointing’ end to 2020 season, will return for 23rd year as Iowa head coach

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 27, 2020

One week after the Music City Bowl matchup between Iowa and Missouri, which was scheduled for Wednesday, was announced, the game was canceled because of COVID-19 issues in the Missouri program. Iowa’s...

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

Iowa-Missouri Music City Bowl canceled, 2020 season over for the Hawkeyes

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 27, 2020

The Missouri football team withdrew from the Music City Bowl on Sunday because of rising COVID-19 issues within its program. Iowa will not seek an alternate opponent, so the game has been canceled...

Iowa Wide Receiver Brandon Smith catches the first touchdown pass of the game during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20.

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith declares for NFL Draft, team’s bowl game in doubt

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 27, 2020

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith announced on Twitter Sunday that he is declaring for the 2021 NFL Draft and will not play in the team's bowl game. That is, if the game even happens. Iowa's Dec....

Dec. 12, 2020; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; The Iowa sideline celebrates after linebacker Jack Campbell (31) makes an interception during  the fourth quarter of the Iowa v. Wisconsin football game at Kinnick Stadium. Iowa defeated Wisconsin with a score of 28-7.

Iowa football team returns to practice after COVID-19 outbreak within program

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 26, 2020

The Iowa football team resumed in-person activities and held practice on Saturday morning. The team's in-person activities had been on pause since Monday after a COVID-19 outbreak within the program. Iowa's...

Dec. 12, 2020; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette (6) does a backflip into the end zone to score a touchdown during the third quarter of the Iowa v. Wisconsin football game at Kinnick Stadium. Iowa defeated Wisconsin with a score of 28-7.

Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette declares for 2021 NFL Draft

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 24, 2020

Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette announced on Twitter Thursday that his career as a Hawkeye football player has come to an end and that he is declaring for the 2021 NFL Draft. Smith-Marsette...

Iowa Head Coach Kirk Ferentz looks down on the stadium before addressing members of the press during football media day in Kinnick Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020. “It’s not a normal media day by any stretch, but what it does signify is that we’re one step closer to getting on with football,” Ferentz said. “It’s been great to get started with practice.”

Hawkeye football pauses in-person activities

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor December 21, 2020

The University of Iowa football team has paused all in-person activities for the next five days, per a Monday night release. According to UI Athletics Director Gary Barta, the decision comes following...

Head Coach Kirk Ferentz and Offensive Coordinator Brian Ferentz are seen without masks during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020.  The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20. Many Iowa Coaches wore Gaitor face guards, which the CDC has suggested is not as effective against the spread of COVID-19 as a regular mask.

Kirk Ferentz will coach Iowa football team virtually while in quarantine, plans to be on the sidelines for bowl game

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 20, 2020

Kirk Ferentz has coached the Iowa football team in 17 bowl games, and plans to do so again in person for No. 18. The 22nd-year Hawkeye head coach tested positive for COVID-19 on Dec. 17, and will...

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

Iowa football team to play Missouri in the Music City Bowl

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 20, 2020

After starting the 2020 regular season 0-2 and following that up with a six-game winning streak, the Iowa football team is headed to Nashville, Tennessee, to play in the Music City Bowl. The Hawkeyes...

Head Coach Kirk Ferentz and Offensive Coordinator Brian Ferentz are seen without masks during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020.  The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20. Many Iowa Coaches wore Gaitor face guards, which the CDC has suggested is not as effective against the spread of COVID-19 as a regular mask.

Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz tests positive for COVID-19

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 18, 2020

Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz has tested positive for COVID-19, the team announced Friday morning. The 65-year-old is asymptomatic, according to a press release, and will remain home until...

Dec. 12, 2020; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa punter Tory Taylor punts the ball away during the first quarter of the Iowa v. Wisconsin football game at Kinnick Stadium. Iowa defeated Wisconsin with a score of 28-7.

Freshman Tory Taylor named Big Ten Punter of the Year

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor December 17, 2020

In his debut season in the Black and Gold, freshman punter Tory Taylor has won the Eddleman-Fields Big Ten Punter of the Year Award, per a conference release. In the award's 10-year history, Taylor...

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