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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 running back Kamari Moulton is tackled by Washington defensive back Ephesians Prysock during a football game between Iowa and Washington at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024.

Iowa football demolishes Washington, 40-16, behind strong running game and timely defense

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 12, 2024

Following a disappointing loss to Ohio State last weekend, the Iowa football team bounced back with a 40-16 victory over Washington in their Big Ten home opener on Saturday in front of a capacity crowd...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara walks off the field after fumbling the ball during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Cade McNamara passed for 98 yards and had 14 completions. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Live updates | Iowa football returns to Kinnick Stadium, welcomes improving Washington

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor October 12, 2024

IOWA CITY — The Iowa football team is back in action at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, this time hosting an improving Washington offense that is coming off of a win against ranked Michigan. The...

Kid captain Jackson Casteel participates in the Swarm during Kids Day at Kinnick on Aug. 10, 2024. Casteel was diagnosed at six weeks with hondrodysplasia Punctata X-Linked Recessive Type 1.

Iowa football Kid Captain Jackson Casteel brings the party with him

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 11, 2024

While Jackson Casteel is non-verbal, the 7-year-old boy still makes his voice heard — and that voice is uniquely his. The boy from Panora, Iowa, has an augmented and alternative communication, or...

Iowa fans celebrate after 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 battle Washington on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 11, 2024

The Iowa football will host Washington for its Big Ten home opener on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes aim for their second conference win against the Huskies, who upset then-No. 10 Michigan...

Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka embraces teammates during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Egbuka received 71 yards, averaging 7.9 per carry, and had three touchdowns. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 7 of the college football season

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 11, 2024

Power Rankings Ohio State — Who else would be number one right now? Oregon — Oregon could steal the top spot with a win over OSU this weekend.  Penn State — We knew they’d be good,...

Iowa linebacker Landyn Van Kekerix and Iowa defensive back Quinn Schulte tackle Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. Judkins rushed for 71 yards averaging 7.9 yards per carry. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s conference matchup against Washington

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 11, 2024

1. Limiting the passing attack  For the second week in a row, the Hawkeyes will be up against a veteran quarterback in his first season at a new school. After four seasons at Mississippi State...

Ohio State quarterback Will Howard throws the ball during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Howard passed for four touchdowns, 209, and an 84% completion rate. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 7 of the college football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden October 11, 2024

Pete Ruden's (5-10, $456) Picks:  Iowa -2.5 This is a little bit of a letdown spot for Washington after the Huskies exacted revenge against Michigan following their loss in the National Championship...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Johnson rushed for 86 yards and had one touchdown. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

On the Line | The Daily Iowan’s college football staff picks a slate of Week 7 games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 10, 2024

Washington @ Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (18-12): Iowa – Kirk should visit Seattle’s Gum Wall to celebrate.  Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor (20-10): Iowa – Just when I thought the...

Iowa kicker Drew Stevens kicks a field goal during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Stevens scored three field goals on four attempts. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 22-0.

Iowa kicker Drew Stevens matures, works with sports psychologist toward success

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor October 10, 2024

It took nearly five games, but Iowa football kicker Drew Stevens was no longer perfect. Standing near midfield in Columbus for the Hawkeyes’ Week 6 matchup against Ohio State, the third-year watched...

Iowa running back Terrell Washington, Jr. carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Washington, Jr. rushed for three yards.

One-on-one with Iowa running back Terrell Washington Jr.

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 10, 2024

The Daily Iowan: What’s something that people underrate?  Terrell Washington Jr.: Well, me personally, I like anime. I know not a lot of people like anime, so that’s one of the ones I go to...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson motions to fans after scoring a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Illinois State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds 40-0.

“Never satisfied.” How Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson has emerged as one of the nation’s top running backs in 2024

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 10, 2024

In a crowd of familiarity, Iowa football’s Mason Richman noticed something peculiar. The left tackle stood in the huddle as the Hawkeyes began their opening drive of the second half in their season...