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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 defensive linebacker Josey Jewell stares down Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley during the Iowa-Penn State game in Beaver Stadium in College State on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes, 41-14.

Three former Hawkeyes set to be key contributors for Denver Broncos this season

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter June 21, 2020

Take a trip west on I-80 from Iowa City to I-76, and you’ll soon find yourself in Denver, where three Hawkeye football players have been drafted in the past three seasons. Linebacker Josey Jewell...

LB Dillon Doyle celebrates during the Iowa football vs. Penn State game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Dillon Doyle announces he is transferring to Baylor

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 18, 2020

Former Iowa linebacker Dillon Doyle announced on Twitter Thursday that he is transferring to Baylor. "I'm excited to announce my decision to attend and compete for Baylor University," Doyle said...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley prepares to throw a pass during the Iowa/Purdue game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette on Saturday, November 3, 2018. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 38-36. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Looking back at the QBs drafted under Kirk Ferentz

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter June 17, 2020

On April 25, Nate Stanley became the third Iowa quarterback in the Kirk Ferentz era to be drafted into the NFL. As a seventh-round draft pick by the Minnesota Vikings, Stanley will probably have...

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

NCAA Division I Council approves football preseason model

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 17, 2020

The NCAA Division I Council announced Wednesday that it has approved a preseason model for college football activities ahead of the 2020 season. "Assuming a first game on Sept. 5, the model begins...

Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette carries the ball into the end zone during the game against Nebraska on Friday, November 29, 2019. Smith-Marsette received one pass for a total of twenty-two yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Corn Huskers 27-24.

Athlon Sports names 10 Iowa football players preseason All-Big Ten

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 16, 2020

Athlon Sports announced its preseason All-Big Ten teams Tuesday and 10 Iowa football players are among the selections. Senior kicker Keith Duncan, senior offensive tackle Alaric Jackson, sophomore...

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

Three former Hawkeyes on 2021 College Football Hall of Fame ballot

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 16, 2020

Three former Hawkeyes are one step closer to college football's greatest honor. The National Football Foundation announced its 2021 College Football Hall of Fame ballot Tuesday morning. Former Hawkeyes...

Iowa Strength and Conditioning coach Chris Doyle coaches during warm up drills before the game against Illinois on Saturday, November 23, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 19-10.

Former Hawkeyes react to Chris Doyle’s separation agreement

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 15, 2020

The University of Iowa announced Monday that it had reached a separation agreement with football strength and conditioning coach Chris Doyle. Several former Hawkeyes reacted to the news on Twitter. Former...

Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta speaks at a press conference on Monday, June 15 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Barta addressed recent action within the Iowa Athletic Department, including the separation agreement with Chris Doyle, as well as plans for the future.

Iowa AD Gary Barta calls separation agreement with Chris Doyle the ‘thoughtful and sensible thing to do’

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 15, 2020

Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta spoke publicly Monday for the first time since former Hawkeye football players started speaking out on racial disparities within the football program. Only hours...

Iowa players walk out of the tunnel before 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.

UI, Chris Doyle reach separation agreement

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 15, 2020

The University of Iowa announced Monday that it has reached a separation agreement with football strength and conditioning coach Chris Doyle. Doyle has been on administrative leave since June 6...

Iowa defensive back Jack Koerner tackles USC tailback Vavae Malepeai during the Holiday Bowl game between Iowa and USC at SDCCU Stadium on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 49-24.

Jack Koerner posts update, says he’s ‘going to be okay’ after watercraft accident

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 14, 2020

Iowa safety Jack Koerner, who was involved in a watercraft accident Friday night, Tweeted Sunday that he was "going to be okay." I want to thank everyone who has reached out, shown support and...

Iowa defensive back Jack Koerner flies over Penn State running back Devyn Ford during the Iowa football game against Penn State in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Iowa safety Jack Koerner suffers serious injuries in watercraft accident

Robert Read, Sports Editor June 13, 2020

Iowa defensive back Jack Koerner suffered serious injuries after being involved in a watercraft accident Friday night. The Iowa Athletic Department released a statement saying Koerner's injuries are...

Iowa Hawkeyes coach Kirk Ferentz speaks at a press conference at the Kenyon Football Practice Field on Friday, June 12th, 2020. Ferentz and along with players Ivory Kelly-Martin, Kaevon Merriweather, and Keith Duncan spoke to the press about political standings and solidarity in the current state of civil unrest. (Tate Hildyard/ The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes begin voluntary workouts with two days of ‘powerful’ meetings

Austin Hanson, Assistant Sports Editor June 12, 2020

The beginning of preseason workouts typically signifies a return to normalcy for Hawkeye football players. In 2020, this has been far from the case. Iowa’s football players were allowed to resume...