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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 players walk out of the tunnel before a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders, 48-3. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Chris Doyle, former Iowa strength coach accused of racism and bullying, hired by Jacksonville Jaguars

Robert Read, Pregame Editor February 11, 2021

Former Iowa football strength coach Chris Doyle, who was on the Hawkeye coaching staff for 21 years before reaching a separation agreement with the University of Iowa on June 15 amid allegations of...

Iowa running backs coach Derrick Foster answers questions at Iowa Football Media Day on Friday, August 9, 2019.

Iowa football announces updates to coaching staff, active roster

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor February 10, 2021

Head coach Kirk Ferentz announced Wednesday that two of his assistant coaches and one of his offensive linemen will not be returning to the Hawkeye football program for the 2021-22 season. Offensive...

Iowa offensive line coach Tim Polasek speaks with players before Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, October 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

Iowa offensive line coach Tim Polasek named Wyoming’s new offensive coordinator

Robert Read, Pregame Editor February 10, 2021

Iowa offensive line coach Tim Polasek was officially announced as the next offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Wyoming on Wednesday, leaving the Hawkeyes with a spot to fill on their coaching...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 26-20.

Iowa’s 2021 football schedule shuffled as Big Ten make adjustments

Robert Read, Pregame Editor February 5, 2021

The Big Ten announced changes to its 2021 football schedule on Friday, impacting teams around the conference, including Iowa. Iowa's opponents for next season remain the same as originally announced,...

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 football notebook: National Signing Day updates, analyzing upcoming Hawkeye QB competition

Robert Read, Pregame Editor February 3, 2021

The Iowa football program officially added Des Moines North running back Deavin Hilson and Jacksonville (Fla.) Bishop Kenny High School offensive lineman Michael Myslinski on Wednesday. Both three-star...

Iowa offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs cheers during the Iowa vs. Northwestern football game at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0.

Four former Hawkeyes to compete for Lombardi Trophy

Robert Read, Pregame Editor January 26, 2021

For the 16th time in 17 seasons, the Iowa football program will be represented in the Super Bowl. And this time, there are four former Hawkeyes set to play in the biggest game of the year. The Tampa...

Iowa specialist Caleb Shudak kicks off during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7.

Analyzing the impact of the four returning Iowa football seniors

Robert Read, Pregame Editor January 25, 2021

In an offseason full of Iowa football players departing the program for a chance at the NFL, the Hawkeyes have retained four seniors who will contribute to the Black and Gold in 2021. Kicker Caleb...

Iowa linebacker Djimon Colbert speaks at a press conference on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at the Pacha Family Club Room in Kinnick Stadium. Colbert answered questions regarding the current environment within the team and the growing communication between the players.

Iowa linebacker Djimon Colbert stepping away from football

Robert Read, Pregame Editor January 15, 2021

Iowa linebacker Djimon Colbert started two seasons at weakside linebacker for the Hawkeyes before sitting out the 2020 season. Now, Colbert is stepping away from football. Colbert told Rob Howe...

The line of scrimmage is seen during the second quarter of the Iowa v. Illinois football game at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020. Iowa defeated Illinois with a score of 35-21.

Iowa offensive tackle Coy Cronk declares for NFL Draft

Robert Read, Pregame Editor January 12, 2021

Iowa offensive tackle Coy Cronk has hired an agent and declared for the 2021 NFL Draft. Cronk played four years at Indiana before transferring to Iowa for the 2020 season. The 6-foot-5, 305-pound...

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Tippett and Stoops elected to College Football Hall of Fame

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor January 11, 2021

Former Hawkeyes Andre Tippett and Bob Stoops have been elected to the College Football Hall of Fame as part of the class of 2021 per a Monday release. Tippett was recognized for his efforts as a defensive...

Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon looks to pass during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota on Sunday.

Unselfish Hawkeyes fight off late Gopher run for fourth straight win

Robert Read, Pregame Editor January 10, 2021

In Minneapolis on Christmas, the Iowa men’s basketball team led Minnesota by seven points with 44 seconds remaining, only to lose by seven in overtime. On Sunday at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, the team’s...

Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon tackles Nebraska's 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 becomes unanimous All-American

Robert Read, Pregame Editor January 7, 2021

Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon already earned consensus All-American status this awards season, but Thursday he became the ninth unanimous consensus All-American in Hawkeye program history. Nixon...