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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

Lucas Oil Stadium is seen in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Thursday, July 22, 2021.  (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Recap: 2021 Big Ten Media Days updates, Day 1

Robert Read, Summer Editor July 22, 2021

INDIANAPOLIS — The first day of the 2021 Big Ten Football Media Days is underway at Lucas Oil Stadium. The event was not held last year because of COVID-19 restrictions. Big Ten Commissioner Kevin...

A relief of former Iowa lineman Duke Slater is seen outside the north end zone of Kinnick Stadium on Sunday, July 5, 2020.

Report: UI plans to name field at Kinnick Stadium after Duke Slater

Robert Read, Summer Editor July 21, 2021

The playing field the Hawkeye football team swarms onto inside Kinnick Stadium may soon honor the first Black athlete at Iowa to earn first-team All-American honors. The University of Iowa reportedly...

Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta speaks at a press conference July 30.

Hawkeye Athletics deficit lower than initially anticipated

Robert Read, Summer Editor July 20, 2021

The University of Iowa athletic department’s deficit from the last fiscal year — originally projected to be $74.8 million — was instead listed at $44.7 million on state Board of Regent documents...

Feb 7, 2020; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs (78) and defensive end Pat O'Connor (79) celebrate after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs  in Super Bowl LV at Raymond James Stadium.  Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Former Hawkeye Tristan Wirfs primed for strong sophomore season with Tampa Bay

Ethan Brander, Sports Reporter July 19, 2021

Former Hawkeye offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs is coming off a Super Bowl-winning rookie season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Wirfs played a vital part in the Buccaneers offense as he protected...

Iowa director of player development Jason Manson speaks to reporters during a Hawkeyes football summer media availability, Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.

Jason Manson returns to Hawkeyes with hopes of preparing athletes for life after football

Robert Read, Summer Editor July 18, 2021

Life after football, at first, wasn’t as glamorous as Jason Manson once thought it would be. The former Hawkeye football player, best known for backing up Drew Tate at quarterback, wrapped up...

Jan 16, 2021; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills strong safety Micah Hyde (23) reacts after a play against the Baltimore Ravens during the first half of an AFC Divisional Round playoff game at Bills Stadium.

Three former Hawkeye football players look to play important roles for Buffalo Bills

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter July 18, 2021

Despite leaving the Iowa football program at different times, defensive back Micah Hyde, guard Ike Boettger, and defensive end A.J. Epenesa have ended up with the NFL’s Buffalo Bills. Hyde signed...

Jun 16, 2021; Lake Forest, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy, right, chats with James Daniels (68) during minicamp at Halas Hall.

Former Hawkeye James Daniels heading into contract year with Chicago Bears

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter July 14, 2021

Former Hawkeye and current Chicago Bears James Daniels was one of seven Iowa offensive linemen on an NFL 53-man roster ahead during the 2020-21 season. Daniels played at Iowa from 2015-17, starting...

Iowa wideout Sam LaPorta runs into Nebraska's Garrett Nelson during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 26-20.

Sam LaPorta looking to be versatile piece with Hawkeye football

Chloe Peterson, Summer Sports Editor July 14, 2021

Hawkeye football junior Sam LaPorta doesn’t feel the pressure of living up to Iowa’s legacy of ‘Tight End U.’ “I just focus on being the best version of myself, as a football player and...

Iowa kicker Keith Duncan attempts a field goal during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7. Duncan was perfect on extra points but missed his lone field goal attempt from 37 yards.

Former Hawkeye kicker Keith Duncan sees success in kicking and punting program

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter July 13, 2021

Former Hawkeye kicker Keith Duncan provided Hawkeye fans with unforgettable memories in his five years at Iowa, including his game-winning kick against Nebraska in 2019. Though Duncan’s days playing...

Iowa wideout Charlie Jones returns a punt during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7.

Hawkeye football special teams poised for strong season in 2021-22

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter July 12, 2021

Iowa football’s special teams unit was one of the best in the nation during the 2020-21 season. Under the direction of coordinator LeVar Woods, the Hawkeyes finished fifth in the country in special...

Iowa T.J. Hoeckenson walks back onto the field during Iowa's game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 63-0.

Former Hawkeye T.J. Hockenson showing to be bright star in NFL

Ethan Brander, Sports Reporter July 7, 2021

  In two seasons in the NFL, former Hawkeye tight end T.J. Hockenson has proven to be one of the league’s best young stars. Pro Football Focus analyst Ben Linsey currently has Hockenson...

Iowa WR Ihmir Smith-Marsette runs during the Iowa football vs. Penn State game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Former Hawkeye Ihmir Smith-Marsette potentially playing multiple positions for Minnesota Vikings in 2021

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter July 7, 2021

  Whether it was catching the ball down field or returning kickoffs, Ihmir Smith-Marsette proved to be an asset for the Hawkeyes from 2017-20. The Newark, New Jersey, native led the Hawkeyes...