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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

Nov 21, 2020; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Spencer Petras (7) drops back to pass against the Penn State Nittany Lions during the second quarter at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Iowa defeats Penn State 41-21 for Kirk Ferentz’s 100th Big Ten win

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 21, 2020

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — The Iowa football team defeated Penn State 41-21 Saturday at Beaver Stadium to improve to 3-2 on the season. The victory is head coach Kirk Ferentz's 100th against a Big Ten...

University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Chauncey Golston (57) tackles Penn State Nittany Lions running back Devyn Ford (28) during the first quarter at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Halftime reactions: Fierce run game, stout defense put Iowa up 24-7

Robert Read and Chris Werner November 21, 2020

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Iowa leads Penn State 24-7 at halftime and is two quarters of good football away from improving to 3-2 on the season. The Hawkeyes ran for three touchdowns in the first two...

Nov 21, 2020; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions safety Jaquan Brisker (1) pushes Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) out of bounds during the first quarter at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Tyler Goodson makes a defender miss, scores first Iowa touchdown of the day

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 21, 2020

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Tyler Goodson is a problem for opposing defenses. He showed why once again with a touchdown to start the second quarter against Penn State. After the Nittany Lions went on...

Jacksonville Jaguars Sean Considine sacks New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning during NFL action at the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, Sunday November 28, 2010. The Giants won, 24-20. (Joe Rogate/Newsday/MCT)

One-on-one with former Iowa defensive back Sean Considine

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 19, 2020

The Daily Iowan: You joined the Iowa football team as a walk-on in 2000. Did you ever imagine that you would become a starter and even go pro at that point? Sean Considine: No, not at all. I walked...

Iowas Jack Koerner celebrates an interception during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7. Iowa forced 3 MSU interceptions.

On the Line: Week 5

DI Staff November 19, 2020

Iowa vs. Penn State Robert Read, Pregame Editor (9-11): Iowa — Kirk Ferentz just called another timeout. Austin Hanson, Sports Editor (12-8): Iowa — The valley isn’t getting any happier...

Iowa QB Nate Stanley throws a pass during the Iowa football vs. Penn State game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Week 5 scouting report | Penn State

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter November 19, 2020

After he backed up star Trace McSorley, Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford had started 15 of the last 16 games for the Nittany Lions, including the first four contests this season. That streak...

Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald looks on from the bench in the fourth quarter of a game against Ohio State at Ryan Field in Evanston on Friday, Oct. 18, 2019. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Around the Big Ten: Week 5

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor November 19, 2020

Big Ten Power Rankings Ohio State – Did the Buckeyes enjoy their week off? Indiana –Tom Allen should win coach of the year from every publication. Wisconsin – A rematch against Ohio...

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.

Leader on the line: Daviyon Nixon a disruptive force up front for the Hawkeyes

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 19, 2020

Daviyon Nixon, as he will acknowledge, is always talking. But his play on the field in 2020 is speaking louder than anything. Nixon, Iowa’s charismatic 6-foot-3, 305-pound defensive tackle that...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras attempts a pass during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7.

Iowa football not preparing like Penn State is 0-4

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter November 19, 2020

When Indiana traveled to Happy Valley on Oct. 24 — the first full day of Big Ten football in 2020 — and defeated then eighth-ranked Penn State, many around the country called it the biggest upset...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras attempts a pass during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7.

Former Hawkeye QB Nate Stanley offers advice to Spencer Petras

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 18, 2020

The beginning of Spencer Petras’ tenure as Iowa’s starting quarterback has been rocky. But the quarterback who started before him could’ve told him that. In addition to studying film and seeking...

Indiana head coach, Tom Allen, addresses the media during the Big Ten Football Media Day in Chicago, Ill., on Thursday, July 18, 2019.

Indiana looks to prove itself, Penn State starting quarterback to be determined

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor November 17, 2020

Big Ten programs are in a variety of spots heading into Week 5. There are four undefeated teams and one winless one. Indiana has been a conference shocker in terms of winning, while Penn State has...

Iowa Linebacker Seth Benson goes to block Northwestern Running Back Jesse Brown during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020.  The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20.

Iowa football notebook: Benson, Campbell likely to split time at middle linebacker, Hawkeyes preparing for Clifford to start

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 17, 2020

Turning on the tape was all it took for Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz to realize Penn State’s record hasn’t reflected the team’s play this season. The Nittany, a top-10 team in the nation to...

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