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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 quarterback Cade McNamara cheers before a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Iowa football scouting report | No. 3 Ohio State

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor October 2, 2024

Iowa football’s toughest test of the season is here. Ohio Stadium — nicknamed “The Shoe” for its horseshoe shape — in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday at 2:30 p.m. will host yet another clash...

Fans do the "burrito lift" during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

The story behind the iconic ‘Burrito Lift’

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 1, 2024

The Iowa football team has implemented many special traditions over the years, ranging from listening to an audio recording of Nile Kinnick’s Heisman Trophy speech before every home football game...

Jan 28, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) reacts after a first down against the Detroit Lions during the second half of the NFC Championship football game at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NFL | Week 4

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 1, 2024

Former Hawkeye football defenders have proved Iowa is a defensive powerhouse across the fourth week of NFL action. Jewell, a Carolina Panthers linebacker, continues to show he’s one of the better...

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey lunges for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. Lachey had seven catches 89 yards. The Huskers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-17.

Iowa football notebook | Hawkeyes Luke Lachey, Kaleb Johnson take different perspectives of a homecoming

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 1, 2024

When Iowa football’s Luke Lachey walks onto the field at Ohio Stadium, he’ll be sure to soak in the more than 100,000 fans in attendance. While a majority of the crowd will be rooting against the...

Fans high-five players after a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sept. 21. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14, taking back the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy.

Reviewing the Iowa football season

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 29, 2024

Through the first four games of the 2024 season, the Iowa football team sits at 3-1. Iowa cruised past Illinois State to open the season on Aug 31, but suffered a devastating 20-19 home loss at the...

Tournament finalists Brandon Capper and Herve Cantrell face off in the final round of the University of Iowa Extra Life Charity Challenge: College Football 25 tournament held in the Kinnick Stadium Ted Pacha Family Club on Sept. 28. Each of the two made it through five rounds of competition to make it to the final matchup.

Photos: Extra Life Charity Challenge: College Football 25

Ethan McLaughlin, Photojournalist September 28, 2024

Participants, sponsors, and attendees filled the Ted Pacha Family Club in Kinnick Stadium for the Extra Life Charity Challenge: College Football 25, presented by South Slope and Rival Warz on Saturday. The...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson motions to fans after scoring a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Illinois State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Aug. 31, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds 40-0. Johnson was responsible for two of the team's touchdowns.

Point/Counterpoint: Is Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson a Heisman contender?

Trey Benson and Colin Votzmeyer September 24, 2024

Yes Yeah, you read that right. Starting Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson is a legit Heisman contender this year. Since the Heisman Trophy first started in 1935, over 40 running backs have been able...

Iowa offensive coordinator Tim Lester speaks during a press conference at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024. Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz announced on Jan. 31 that former senior analyst for the Green Bay Packers Tim Lester will serve as the next offensive coordinator for the Hawkeyes. Before his move to Iowa City, Lester held the position of head coach at Western Michigan University for six seasons and served as quarterbacks coach for both Purdue and Syracuse before his head coach title at WMU.

Iowa football notebook | Hawkeye coordinators address struggles and note progress

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 24, 2024

With the Iowa football team on bye this week, the Hawkeye coordinators Tim Lester, Phil Parker, and LeVar Woods each spoke with the media for about 20 minutes on Tuesday. As Iowa sits at 3-1 overall...

Sep 15, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Chicago Bears punter Tory Taylor (19) punts the ball during the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 3

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter September 24, 2024

The Seattle Seahawks saw tight end and former Hawkeye Noah Fant furnish one of his best performances in some time. Fant caught all six passes for 60 yards. His performance helped push Seattle to...

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson reacts after catching the ball during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn., on Saturday. Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 31-14, to win back the Floyd of Rosedale trophy.

Column | Iowa football finally has an attractive offense

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 22, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS – At the start of the fourth quarter at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, the Gophers turned to their last resort. Minnesota was trailing Iowa by 10 and had gained only 14 yards...