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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

Wisconsin head coach Paul Chryst speaks during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Wisconsin set to return to gridiron, Nebraska in the midst of QB controversy

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 11, 2020

After a season-opening 45-7 victory against Illinois Oct. 23, the Wisconsin football team missed back-to-back games because of a COVID-19 outbreak in its football program. Now, the team appears likely...

Iowa Wide Receiver Brandon Smith catches the first touchdown pass of the game 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: Brandon Smith dangerous versus single coverage, Minnesota’s RPO offense a challenge

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 10, 2020

Both of Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras’ first two touchdown passes this season have come on 50-50 balls thrown high into the corner of the end zone. But the odds on plays like that are a little...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks to his team during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17.

Attorney representing eight former Hawkeye football players moving forward with lawsuit against UI

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 10, 2020

The attorney representing eight former University of Iowa football players intends to move forward with a lawsuit against the UI over the alleged racial discrimination and mistreatment they experienced...

Iowa Wide Receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette dodges Northwestern’s Defensive Back Cameron Ruiz during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020.  The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Ihmir Smith-Marsette returns to Iowa’s depth chart following suspension

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 9, 2020

A star player returns to the field for the Hawkeye football team in Week 4. Ahead of the team’s game against Minnesota on Friday, Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette is back on Iowa’s depth...

Bears kicker Eddy Pineiro and Chargers defensive back Desmond King react differently after Pineiro missed the would-be game-wining kick. The Bears lost to the Chargers 17-16 at Soldier Field.

Former Hawkeye Desmond King makes immediate impact for Titans

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter November 9, 2020

Former Iowa defensive back Desmond King had a pedestrian 2020 season — until Sunday. It ended quickly in King’s first appearance as a member of the Tennessee Titans. After playing the first...

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.

Hawkeye football player Daraun McKinney enters NCAA transfer portal

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 9, 2020

Iowa cornerback Daraun McKinney has entered the NCAA transfer portal, becoming the fourth Hawkeye football player to enter the portal in the past two weeks. McKinney, a redshirt freshman, was part...

Iowa wideout Charlie Jones takes a handoff 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’s Charlie Jones named Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 9, 2020

Iowa wide receiver and punt returner Charlie Jones has been named the Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week, the conference announced on Monday. Jones returned a punt 54 yards for a touchdown...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7.

Grading Iowa’s performance in a dominant victory over Michigan State

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 9, 2020

All three phases of the game were working for Iowa in a 49-7 victory over Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Week 3. The victory is the first for the Hawkeyes as the team improves to 1-2 on the...

Iowa wideout Brandon Smith runs after a catch during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7. Smith caught Petras lone touchdown pass.

By the numbers | Where the Hawkeyes succeeded against the Spartans

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor November 9, 2020

Iowa football bucked its losing trend on Saturday with a 49-7 over Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium. All three phases of the game were successful for the Hawkeyes. The game was Iowa’s first victory...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. The Hawkeyes dominated the Spartans, 49-7. Goodson and fellow back Mekhi Sargent each ran for 2 scores.

Opinion | Hawkeyes dominate in game they desperately needed

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 8, 2020

In Iowa’s 21-20 loss to Northwestern last week, two passes by quarterback Spencer Petras deflected off the hands of tight end Sam LaPorta and were intercepted by Wildcat defenders at crucial times...

Iowa defensive end Chauncey Golston pursues the running back during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State on November 7, 2020.

Iowa defensive line proves pivotal in win over Michigan State

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor November 8, 2020

Michigan State quarterback Rocky Lombardi had his homecoming game at Iowa on Saturday. The Clive, Iowa, native was set to follow up on his winning performance against Michigan the week before. The...