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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

San Francisco 49ers starting quarterback C.J. Beathard (3) throws against the Los Angeles Rams in the fourth quarter on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2018 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.

Former Hawkeyes show up in prime time in Week 4 of NFL season

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 5, 2020

The San Francisco 49ers needed a spark in their Week 4 game, and that spark turned out to be a former Hawkeye quarterback. Nick Mullens, San Francisco’s backup quarterback, started Sunday’s...

Iowa linebacker Djimon Colbert speaks at a press conference on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at the Pacha Family Club Room in Kinnick Stadium. Colbert answered questions regarding the current environment within the team and the growing communication between the players.

Two Iowa football players opt out of 2020 season because of COVID-19 concerns

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 5, 2020

Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz confirmed Monday that Hawkeye football players Djimon Colbert and Taajhir McCall have elected to opt out of the 2020 season because of concerns relating to the...

Kinnick Stadium is seen fom the north end zone at Iowa Football Media Day on Friday, August 9, 2019.

UI athletics department reports COVID-19 testing update

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 5, 2020

The University of Iowa athletics department announced Monday that it conducted 644 COVID-19 PCR tests for the week of Sept. 28-Oct. 4 and received four positive tests and 640 negative tests. As...

Defensive lineman Chauncey Golston stands in the South end-zone during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

Hawkeye football defense preview: Filling the gaps in the lineup

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 1, 2020

Iowa defensive coordinator Phil Parker has a challenge ahead of him this season, but not one he’s necessarily unfamiliar with. The Hawkeyes’ defense allowed only 14 points per game last season...

Iowa football team to honor legendary coach Hayden Fry with patch on jersey

Iowa football team to honor legendary coach Hayden Fry with patch on jersey

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 1, 2020

After legendary former Iowa head football coach Hayden Fry died in December at the age of 90, the Hawkeyes honored the hall of famer by stripping the Tigerhawk logo — which Fry created — from both...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras makes a pass during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders, 48-3.

Hawkeye football offense preview: A new QB with plenty of targets

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 30, 2020

The Hawkeye football team finished the 2019 season with 10 wins, the most for the program in a single season since 2015. Had Iowa’s offense produced more in some of the team’s most critical games...

The Nebraska defense jumps on a loose ball during the game against Nebraska on Friday, November 29, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Corn Huskers 27-24.

Opinion | The Hawkeyes can make the 2020-21 College Football Playoff

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor September 30, 2020

Chaotic is the only word that appropriately describes this offseason around Power Five college football. Up until late July or early August, there was doubt as to whether or not games could or should...

Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren addresses reporters regarding the cancellation of the 2020 Big Ten men's basketball tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, on Thursday, March 12, 2020.

Big Ten Conference announces partnership with Biodesix, Inc. and Quidel Corporation

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 30, 2020

The Big Ten Conference announced Wednesday that it has partnered with Biodesix, Inc., a leading diagnostic company with a focus on lung disease, and Quidel Corporation, the manufacturer of the FDA-authorized...

Photo of UI Marching Band practice. Contributed.

Hawkeye marching band members cut from Big Ten game day festivities

Will Fineman, Sports Reporter September 29, 2020

When the Big Ten Conference announced the return of football earlier this month, it was clear this season would be unlike any other. The conference’s most recent announcement has only increased its...

Defensive lineman A.J. Epenesa of Iowa runs a drill during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on February 29, 2020.

Epenesa records first sack, Hockenson sets franchise record in week three of NFL season

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 28, 2020

Amani Hooker only played 14 snaps on Sunday for the Tennessee Titans. He made the final one count. The Titans led the Minnesota Vikings 31-30 with 1:09 remaining in the fourth quarter. Facing a fourth-and-24...

Regina Running Back Theo Kolie celebrates with Offensive Tackle Josh Gaffey after a touchdown during Regina Catholic Education vs. Lisbon High School at Regina on Friday, Sept. 25, 2020. The Royals defeated the Lions 56-26. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Theo Kolie, Regina offense dominates Lisbon

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor September 25, 2020

Friday's clash between the Lisbon Lions and the Iowa City Regina Regals had heavy Class A District 6 implications, with both teams eyeing the district's top spot. By the end, the Regals made some...