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Minnesota running back Darius Taylor carries the ball down the field during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. Taylor totaled 59 yards rushing and 25 yards receiving. The Golden Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes 12-10.

Live updates | Iowa football takes on Minnesota in Week 4

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 21, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS - Following a victory over Troy, the Iowa football team opens up Big Ten play with a road test against the rival Minnesota Golden Gophers, who enter the contest with a 2-1 record. The Gophers...

Before the Kickoff | DITV Sports breaks down the Iowa-Minnesota football game

Brady Behrend, DITV Assistant Sports Director September 20, 2024

This week on Before the Kickoff, The Daily Iowan TV's sports staff breaks down the Iowa football team's rivalry game against Minnesota. The crew provides pregame analysis and score predictions as the...

Iowa defensive end Brian Allen Jr. and Alec Wick celebrate as Troy does not score in their fourth down during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s bettor’s guide to Week 4 of the college football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden September 19, 2024

Pete Ruden’s (2-7, $179) Picks:  Iowa -2.5 After falling short of a cover against Troy, I think Iowa will bounce back in its Big Ten opener under the Huntington Bank Stadium lights.  Simply...

Iowa wide reciever Kaden Wetjen returns a punt during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Wetjen returned two punts during the game.

One-on-one with Iowa wide receiver Kaden Wetjen

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor September 19, 2024

The Daily Iowan: There's been some discussions on you and your emergence as a prospect. What do you have to say to those who are expecting some value this year? Kaden Wetjen: Well, hopefully, I...

Fans watch a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Minnesota

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 19, 2024

The Iowa football team will open up its Big Ten schedule with a road matchup against Minnesota in the Twin Cities on Saturday night. The nationally broadcast contest will be one of revenge for the...

Iowa kid captain Aiden Washbern poses for a portrait with family members during Kid's Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Aug. 10, 2024.

Eight-year-old Aiden Washburn sees Kid Captain wish come true

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter September 19, 2024

Through the Make-a-Wish Foundation, 8-year-old Aiden Washburn wished for two things: a trip to Disneyland and to be an Iowa Hawkeye Kid Captain. On Saturday, the latter will be fulfilled. “It...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson scores a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

On the Line | The Daily Iowan’s band of football writers picks a late of Week 4 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 19, 2024

Iowa @ Minnesota Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (11-7): Iowa – The Hawks like to steal trophies on the road.  Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor (12-6): Iowa – But I think Minnesota will win. Brad...

Troy tight end Ethan Conner is tackled by Iowa players during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21. Conner received for 50 yards.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 4 of the college football season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 19, 2024

Power Rankings  Ohio State – It needs a bye week to prepare for Marshall? Come on.  Oregon  – The Ducks are in flight now. Break out the neon, folks.  USC – Giving Reggie Bush...

Iowa punter Rhys Dakin punts the ball during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Sept. 14, 2024. Dakin punted four times and averaged 49.3 yards.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s trophy matchup against Minnesota

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 19, 2024

1. Passing game aggressiveness  The Hawkeyes will have their hands full against a Gopher secondary that tops the Big Ten in interceptions with seven and sits in second in passing yards allowed...

Iowa cornerback TJ Hall looks to fellow defenders during a football game between Troy and Iowa in Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024.

In a career of ups and downs, Iowa cornerback TJ Hall remains resilient

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 19, 2024

After standout defensive back Cooper DeJean went down with an injury in the first half of Iowa’s 2022 regular-season finale against rival Nebraska, head coach Kirk Ferentz was desperate for options. He...

Sep 25, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos safety P.J. Locke (6) knocks the ball away from San Francisco 49ers running back Jeff Wilson Jr. (22) as safety Kareem Jackson (22) recovers the fumble and linebacker Josey Jewell (47) looks on in the fourth quarter at Empower Field at Mile High.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 2

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter September 17, 2024

Of all the Hawkeyes who played in Week 2 of the NFL season, linebacker Josey Jewell put up the best individual performance. He registered eight solo tackles and three assisted tackles in the Carolina...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean carries the ball after a punt return during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. Officials later overturned DeJean’s touchdown and ruled his initial contact an invalid fair catch. The Golden Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes, 12-10.

Iowa football scouting report | Minnesota

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 17, 2024

Following a disastrous loss against Iowa State, the Iowa football team responded with a 38-21 home win over Troy on Saturday, improving to 2-1 in the young season. Now, Iowa turns its attention...