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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 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.

Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon declares for NFL Draft

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 30, 2020

Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon announced on Twitter Wednesday afternoon that he is declaring for the 2021 NFL Draft. The 6-foot-3, 305-pounder was recently named the No. 10 prospect in the...

Iowa Defensive Tackle Daviyon Nixon raises his fist as the Hawkeyes take to their home field for the first time in the season during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020.  The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20.

Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon earns consensus All-American status

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 30, 2020

Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon was named first-team All-American by the Football Writers Association of America on Wednesday, becoming the 27th Hawkeye in program history to earn consensus All-American...

Dec. 12, 2020; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent (10) moves the ball upfield during the first quarter of the Iowa v. Wisconsin football game at Kinnick Stadium. Iowa defeated Wisconsin with a score of 28-7. Mandatory Credit:

Sargent, Beyer declare for NFL Draft, VanValkenburg to return for another season

Robert Read, Pregame Editor December 30, 2020

The Iowa football team had two seniors declare for the NFL draft on Wednesday, and one announce that he was sticking around for another season. Running back Mekhi Sargent and tight end Shaun Beyer...

Iowa State quarterback Brock Purdy looks to pass 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.

On the Line: Bowl Edition

DI Staff December 29, 2020

Cheez-It Bowl — No. 21 Oklahoma State vs. No. 18 Miami Robert Read, Pregame Editor (21-20): Oklahoma State — Another Miami letdown. Austin Hanson, Sports Editor (26-15): Miami — Oklahoma...

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...

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