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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. Johnson rushed for 187 yards and had two touchdowns. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Highlight to watch: Kaleb Johnson’s two touchdown day

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2024

Iowa third-year running back Kaleb Johnson continued his stellar 2024 season for the Hawkeyes, delivering his fifth and sixth touchdowns of the season on Saturday. Heading into the contest, Johnson...

Iowa defensive players embrace Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins after his interception during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Live updates | Iowa football takes on Troy in Week 3

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 14, 2024

IOWA CITY - Following a disappointing loss to in-state rival Iowa State last weekend, the Iowa football team looks to rebound at home against Troy in Saturday afternoon contest inside Kinnick Stadium....

Fans observe an Iowa State touchdown during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Troy in its Week 3 game

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 13, 2024

The Iowa football team will host Troy in its final nonconference game of the season Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. Fresh off a heartbreaking loss to rival Iowa State last weekend, the Hawkeyes will take...

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Project: Hello from the Other Side offers opportunity for child cancer patients to watch Iowa football from the stands

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 13, 2024

Iowa football will have plenty of new faces in the stands when it takes on Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Sept. 14.  Amid the sold-out crowd decked in gold will be more than 75 childhood cancer patients...

Iowa offensive lineman Gennings Dunker prepares to block prior to a snap during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half.

One-on-one with Iowa offensive tackle Gennings Dunker

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 13, 2024

The Daily Iowan: What’s your ideal sandwich? Gennings Dunker: Oh my gosh, Subway, right? You get the cheesy bread. It’s pretty simple. You get ham, American cheese, get it toasted, and then...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara prepares to throw the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. McNamara passed for 99 yards and had two interceptions. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s betting guide for Week 3 of the college football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden September 13, 2024

Pete Ruden’s (1-5, $89) Picks:  Iowa -22 Iowa wants to bounce back after letting the Cy-Hawk Game completely get away, and Troy is the perfect opponent for that situation. To put it simply,...

The Iowa football team walks onto the field before a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

On the Line | The Daily Iowan’s band of football writers choose a slate of Week 3 games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 13, 2024

Troy @ Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (6-6): Iowa – We can finally say we beat an Alabama school with red uniforms.  Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor (8-4): Iowa –The masses are hoping...

Iowa fullback Hayden Large carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half.

Iowa fullback Hayden Large takes Division I college football in stride

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 12, 2024

Iowa fullback Hayden Large hadn’t taken a handoff since 2018. He was a junior in high school back then, helping Unity Christian win a Michigan state title, rushing for 1,300 yards and 12 touchdowns...

Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule answers questions from the media during day two of Big Ten Football Media Day at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Iowa, UCLA, USC, Michigan State, Nebraska, and Penn State answered questions from the media.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 3 of the college football season

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 12, 2024

Power Rankings  Ohio State – They are by far the most complete team in the conference right now.  USC – Believe it or not, the Trojan defense pitched a shutout last week.  Oregon...

Mya Gilchrist poses for a portrait with her family on Aug. 10, 2024.

Kid Captain Mya Gilchrist cheers on Iowa after 18 years of UIHC treatments for a brainstem tumor

Kate Perez, Senior Reporter September 12, 2024

For 18-year-old Mya Gilchrist, the title of Kid Captain has been a long time coming. Mya, who hails from Center Point, Iowa, has applied to be a Kid Captain multiple times over the last decade,...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half.

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

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 12, 2024

1. Damien Taylor  While Troy did lose its top rusher and last year’s Sun Belt Conference’s Offensive Player of the Year Kimani Vidal to the NFL Draft, the Trojans have another potent back in...

Iowa wide receiver Reece Vander Zee runs past Iowa State defense during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half.

Iowa football’s Reece Vander Zee is a reflection of his environment, flashing potential in a starting role

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor September 12, 2024

While 6-foot-4, 207-pound Iowa wide receiver Reece Vander Zee towers over those lining up against him, he prioritizes respect around others. Hailing from Rock Rapids, Iowa, Vander Zee is a reflection...