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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

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

Iowa AD Gary Barta: No additional personnel changes following review of Hawkeye football program

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 30, 2020

Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta said at a press conference Thursday that no additional personnel changes will be made to the Hawkeye football coaching staff following the investigation into allegations...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks at a press conference on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at the Pacha Family Club Room in Kinnick Stadium. Ferentz discussed the upcoming football season and the continuing actions that the team is working on toward strengthening inclusivity in the program. (Hannah Kinson/ The Daily Iowan)

Review of Iowa football program states program’s rules ‘perpetuated racial or cultural biases’

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 30, 2020

A review of the Iowa football program by the Kansas City law firm Husch Blackwell found that the program's rules "perpetuated racial or cultural biases and diminished the value of cultural diversity,"...

Iowa tight end George Kittle holds up the ball after scoring a touchdown during the Iowa-Nebraska game at Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2015. Kittle scored the first touchdown of the game. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 28-20, to finish off a perfect regular season.

George Kittle comes in at No. 7 on NFL Network’s Top 100 Players of 2020 list

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 29, 2020

George Kittle has established himself as one of the top players in the NFL since being drafted in 2017, and his peers have noticed. The former Hawkeye and current member of the San Francisco 49ers...

The south end of Kinnick Stadium is seen before a football game between Iowa and Minnesota on Saturday, November 16, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 23-19. (Ryan Adams/The Daily Iowan)

Big Ten athletic departments taking different approaches to football ticket sales, stadium capacity limits for the fall

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 28, 2020

There are a lot of questions surrounding the upcoming college football season amid the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the biggest is whether or not fans will be allowed to attend games if the season does...

Iowa tight end George Kittle holds up the ball after scoring a touchdown during the Iowa-Nebraska game at Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2015. Kittle scored the first touchdown of the game. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 28-20, to finish off a perfect regular season.

George Kittle set for another big season heading into last year of rookie deal

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter July 26, 2020

The Iowa football program is sometimes referred to as “Tight End U” due to its tradition of producing professional players at that position. From 2012-16, the Hawkeyes had tight end George Kittle,...

An official watches play during a 4A varsity high school football game between Iowa City High and West High at Bates Field in Iowa City on Friday, Sept. 15, 2017. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa High School Athletic Association announces revised 2020 football schedule

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 24, 2020

The Iowa High School Athletic Association announced Friday that, to better prepare for the 2020 varsity football season, it has developed a revised schedule plan which allows for member school adjustments...

City and West players warmup before a 4A varsity high school football game between Iowa City High and West High at Bates Field in Iowa City on Friday, Sept. 15, 2017.

Iowa City high school football programs adapting to changes amid COVID-19

Chloe Peterson, Sports Reporter July 23, 2020

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, high school football coaches and student-athletes around the country have been wondering what their fall seasons are going to look like. Many high schools are considering...

Iowa wideout Ihmir Smith-Marsette celebrates a kick-return touchdown during the 2019 SDCCU Holiday Bowl between Iowa and USC in San Diego on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. Smith-Marsette scored rushing, receiving, and return touchdowns in the game.

Iowa’s Ihmir Smith-Marsette named to Hornung Award Watch List

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 23, 2020

Iowa senior wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette has been named to the preseason watch list for the 2020 Paul Hornung Award, the Louisville Sports Commission announced Thursday. The award honors the most...

Nathan Chandler is sacked by MSU linebacker Mark Goebel during the second quarter of play.  Chandler had 9 carries for negative 24 yards. Nicholas Wynia/The Daily Iowan

Former Iowa quarterback Nathan Chandler thriving in real estate business

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter July 22, 2020

When things get tough at Chandler Real Estate Investments, CEO Nathan Chandler remembers getting booed after being down 14-0 to top-10 ranked Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in 2003. Then the starting...

Iowa offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs cheers during the Iowa vs. Northwestern football game at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0.

Tristan Wirfs agrees to terms on rookie contract with Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 22, 2020

Former Iowa offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs has agreed to terms on his rookie contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, NFL Network's Ian Raporort reported Wednesday. The deal is fully guaranteed...

Iowa kicker Keith Duncan makes a practice kick 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. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Keith Duncan named to Lou Groza Award Watch List

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 22, 2020

Iowa senior kicker Keith Duncan has been named to the 2020 Lou Groza preseason Watch List, the Palm Beach County Sports Commission announced Wednesday. The award is presented to the nation’s top collegiate...

Iowa tight end George Kittle celebrates a touchdown during the Iowa-Iowa State game at Kinnick on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Iowa head Iowa State to one field goal to defeated them, 42-3.

George Kittle, Micah Hyde among former Hawkeyes to have Madden NFL 21 ratings revealed

Will Fineman, Sports Reporter July 21, 2020

The annual EA Sports Madden launch ratings have been released, and Hawkeye fans will be happy to see that many Iowa alumni are rated as some of the top players in the game. Madden NFL 21, which...