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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

The Daily Iowan

Iowa Linebacker Seth Benson goes to block Northwestern Running Back Jesse Brown 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: Benson, Campbell likely to split time at middle linebacker, Hawkeyes preparing for Clifford to start

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 17, 2020

Turning on the tape was all it took for Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz to realize Penn State’s record hasn’t reflected the team’s play this season. The Nittany, a top-10 team in the nation to...

Gov. Kim Reynolds speaks during the Condition of the State address at the Iowa State Capitol on Tuesday, January 14, 2020.

Reynolds issues new restrictions on recreational activities

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 16, 2020

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds is rolling out new restrictions on recreational activities beginning Tuesday at 12:01 a.m. Reynolds is mandating that youth and adult sport and recreation activities be prohibited...

Darren Waller (83) of the Oakland Raiders runs with the ball into Josey Jewell (47) of the Denver Broncos in the second half on Sept. 9, 2019 at RingCentral Coliseum in Oakland, Calif.

Week 10 unkind to NFL Hawkeyes

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 16, 2020

Week 10 of the National Football League season was not kind to former Iowa football players. Some Hawkeyes struggled on the field, while others remained sidelined with injuries. “The Outlaw”...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Spencer Petras (7) drops back for a pass during pre game warmups before a game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium.

Halfway through first season as starter, Petras focused on cutting down turnovers

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 16, 2020

Masked behind Iowa’s dominant 35-7 victory over Minnesota was another shaky performance from first-year starting quarterback Spencer Petras. The redshirt sophomore completed five of his first...

Iowa Defensive Lineman Zach VanValkenburg (97) and Defensive Tackle Daviyon Nixon tackle Northwestern Quarterback Peyton Ramsey during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020.  The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20.

VanValkenburg named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 16, 2020

Iowa football's Zach VanValkenburg has been named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week, per the conference's Monday release. VanValkenburg's breakout performance in Iowa's 35-7 victory over Minnesota...

Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) rushes with the ball for a first down in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Friday, Nov. 13, 2020 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. (Jesse Johnson/USA TODAY Sports)

Opinion | Half the regular season is over for the Hawkeyes, and there are promising opportunities ahead

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 15, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — Iowa’s dominant 35-7 victory over Minnesota was important – and entertaining – for the Hawkeyes on a number of fronts. Two straight blowout victories to get back to .500? Check....

Iowa Hawkeyes running back Tyler Goodson (15) celebrates with offensive lineman Justin Britt (63) after scoring a touchdown in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Friday, Nov. 13, 2020 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. (Jesse Johnson/USA TODAY Sports)

Hawkeyes gaining steam after two blowout victories

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 15, 2020

Iowa’s victory over Minnesota on Nov. 13 meant the Floyd of Rosedale trophy will stay in Iowa City for a sixth year in a row. The win was also the latest step for the Hawkeyes in turning their season...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Spencer Petras (7) calls out a play in the huddle in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Grading Iowa’s performance against Minnesota

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 14, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — For the second week in a row, the Iowa football team's report card is reflective of the dominant performance it had. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 35-7, at TCF Stadium on Friday...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Spencer Petras (7) hands the ball off to running back Tyler Goodson (15) in the second half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Offensive line critical to Hawkeyes’ success

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 14, 2020

Often overlooked and seldom talked about – unless a sack is given up or a penalty is committed – offensive linemen lie at the heart of every offense. For the 2020 Hawkeyes, the offensive line...

Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Riley Moss (33) runs with the ball after an interception against the Minnesota Golden Gophers Friday, November 13, 2020 at TCF Bank Stadium. (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

By the numbers | Iowa’s decisive victory over Minnesota

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 14, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — The Iowa football team’s 35-7 rout of Minnesota on Friday night ensures that Floyd stays in Iowa City for the sixth consecutive year. The Hawkeyes dominated the Gophers at TCF...

Nov 13, 2020; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes quarterback Spencer Petras (7) calls out a play in the huddle in the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium. (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY)

Social media reactions following Iowa’s victory over Minnesota

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 14, 2020

MINNEAPOLIS — Following two close losses to begin its 2020 season, the Iowa football team is 2-2. Both Hawkeye victories over the past two weeks were blowouts, the latest one coming against the Gophers. Iowa...