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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

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Iowa cornerback Julius Brents (20) defends a pass intended for Minnesota wide receiver Chris Autumn-Bell (3) during Iowa’s game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018. Brents and fellow freshman defensive back Riley Moss both started for the first time against Minnesota and combined for three interceptions as the Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 48-31.

Hawkeyes get healthier heading into Michigan

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor October 1, 2019

With its biggest game of the season thus far in mind and the challenges of playing in a 100,000-plus capacity stadium not lost on the Hawkeyes, the Iowa football team is both mentally and physically ready...

Iowa fullback Brady Ross (36) scores a touchdown 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.

Iowa’s Ross enters limelight, end zone

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter September 30, 2019

Fullback Brady Ross’s impact on Iowa football has mostly been a quiet one behind the scenes in his career, but that changed on Sept. 28. The senior plowed past his offensive line to score a 1-yard...

The Hawkeyes take the field before their game against Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 28-17.

Iowa-Penn State set to kick off at 6:30 p.m.

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 30, 2019

Iowa's matchup with Penn State on Oct. 12 will take place under the Kinnick lights. The top-15 contest between the Hawkeyes and Nittany Lions will kick off at 6:30 p.m. and will be televised on ABC,...

Iowa payers celebrate a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 48-3.

Grading Iowa’s Week 5 performance against MTSU

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 29, 2019

Offense: A+ The most yards in head coach Kirk Ferentz’s 21-year tenure isn’t going to get you less than an A.  From Nate Stanley to Tyrone Tracy, from Toren Young to Tyler Goodson, Iowa’s offense...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley carries the ball 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.

Kayser: Iowa’s offense is enough for Michigan

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 29, 2019

Iowa’s offense put on a performance that Kirk Ferentz hadn’t seen in his tenure as head coach, and it couldn’t have come at a better time for the Hawkeyes or their fans.  Even before this seemingly...

Iowa defenders converge on MTSU quarterback Asher OHara 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.

Defensive line crucial in Middle Tennessee win, wants more in Ann Arbor

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter September 29, 2019

Daviyon Nixon had a wide grin on his face following Iowa football’s 48-3 win over Middle Tennessee on Sept. 28. The first-year defensive lineman recorded the first sack of his career in the game, and...

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith completes a catch during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 48-3.

Record-setting day for offense sets Iowa up for Michigan

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter September 28, 2019

The Sept. 28 matchup with Middle Tennessee was a day full of flashbacks for the Hawkeye football offense, which broke records dating back to the 1990s. The flashbacks will help the team look forward to...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson hurdles MTSUs Gregory Grate, Jr. during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Iowa running backs post career numbers against Mid Tennessee

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 28, 2019

On a historic day in Kinnick Stadium in which the offense put on its greatest measurable performance in Kirk Ferentz’s tenure as head coach, the Iowa running backs didn’t just sit back and watch. Mekhi...

Iowa defenders converge on MTSU quarterback Asher OHara during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following 48-3 win

Anna Kayser and Pete Mills September 28, 2019

After improving to 4-0 and tallying the most yards for a game in head coach Kirk Ferentz's Iowa tenure, he and the team came out to give their thoughts on the dominant win. Defensive lineman Daviyon...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley looks to pass during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Iowa dominates Middle Tennessee, 48-3

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 28, 2019

The Hawkeye offense boomed for its most yards since 1997 in the 48-3 win against Middle Tennessee on Sept. 28. Iowa improves to 4-0 on the season going into the thick of the Big Ten season. Iowa’s...

Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Week 5 halftime reaction — Iowa vs. Middle Tennessee

Anna Kayser and Pete Mills September 28, 2019

Iowa’s defense, Middle Tennessee’s lack of offense force quick punts Iowa controlled the ball through the majority of the first quarter after laying down numerous three-and-outs against the Middle...

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