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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

Iowa offensive lineman Alaric Jackson prepares to block during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Alaric Jackson, Coy Cronk named to Outland Trophy Watch List

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 21, 2020

Iowa senior offensive linemen Alaric Jackson and Coy Cronk have been named to the 2020 Outland Trophy Watch List, the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) announced Tuesday. The trophy...

Iowa defensive end Chauncey Golston tackles Northwestern quarter back Aidan Smith during a game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0. The Hawkeyes had a total of 63 tackles.

Chauncey Golston named to Nagurski Trophy Watch List

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 21, 2020

Iowa senior defensive end Chauncey Golston has been named to the 2020 Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List, the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) announced Tuesday. The trophy is presented...

Iowa running back Toren Young runs the ball during the Iowa football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks 38-14.

National sports reporters have variety of opinions toward college football season

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter July 20, 2020

The twists and turns of trying to play college football amid a pandemic have amplified in the past weeks. First, the Ivy League announced it would cancel sports through the rest of 2020. Then, the...

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

Former Iowa running back Samson Evans transfers to Eastern Michigan

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 20, 2020

Former Iowa running back Samson Evans has officially transferred to Eastern Michigan, 247 Sports first reported on Monday. Evans announced on Twitter May 18 that he was entering the NCAA transfer...

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)

Report shows Iowa was aware of ‘serious racial bias’ within football program after internal investigation

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 20, 2020

Dozens of Black former Iowa football players began speaking out in early June about alleged racial disparities within the program and the mistreatment of Black players. According to a report by Hawkeye...

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.

Iowa football players Djimon Colbert, Brandon Smith sense change in program’s culture

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 19, 2020

Djimon Colbert marched in the streets of Iowa City earlier this summer to fight for racial equality. Brandon Smith witnessed his home state of Mississippi remove a confederate symbol from its flag. Both...

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta receives a pass during the 2019 SDCCU Holiday Bowl between Iowa and USC in San Diego on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. LaPorta finished with 44 yards off of 6 catches.

Sam LaPorta named to Mackey Award Preseason Watch List

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 17, 2020

Iowa sophomore tight end Sam LaPorta has been named to the 2020 John Mackey Award Preseason Watch List. The Highland, Illinois, native is one of only three sophomores named to the 36-player watch list. Presented...

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

NCAA issues next set of return-to-sport guidelines

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 16, 2020

The NCAA announced Thursday its third set of safety recommendations for sports to return this fall. These recommendations provide updates about the protection of athletes and prevention of community...

Coach Rick Heller takes the field during the game against Bradley on March 26, 2019 at Duane Banks Field. The Hawks took the victory, 4-2.

Iowa head coaches using social media to encourage mask wearing

Will Fineman, Sports Reporter July 16, 2020

While fall sports remain uncertain as concerns with COVID-19 continue, many University of Iowa coaches have come forward on social media to promote wearing a face covering to help prevent the spread...

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith speaks at a press conference on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at the Pacha Family Club Room in Kinnick Stadium. "What you say and how you feel is valid, and will be heard," said Smith when discussing inclusion between the current players and for future recruits on the team.  (Hannah Kinson/ The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football notebook: Updates on investigation, plans for national anthem, Jack Koerner

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 16, 2020

Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz said at a Thursday press conference that he met with lawyers from the Kansas City law firm Husch Blackwell this past week to discuss the allegations of racial...

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)

Iowa football program trying to mitigate spread of coronavirus

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 16, 2020

The Iowa football program started voluntary workouts June 8, and since then no player or coach has known what the next day will bring due to the COVID-19 pandemic. "It’s brought a lot of unique...

Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette stiff arms Minnesota defensive back Chris Williamson during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, November 16, 2019. Smith-Marsette had 4 catches for 43 yards in the game.

Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette named to Biletnikoff Award Watch List

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 16, 2020

Iowa senior wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette has been named to the 2020 Biletnikoff Award Preseason Watch List. The award is presented to college football’s most outstanding FBS receiver. Smith-Marsette...