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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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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.

Grading Iowa football’s performance in win over Minnesota

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 22, 2024

Rushing offense A+ It's hard to put this performance into words, but this might have been Iowa’s best rushing performance in years. Kaleb Johnson once again stole the show with three touchdowns...

Iowa players walk onto the field before a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14, taking back the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy.

Iowa defense returns to past prowess in second half against Minnesota

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 22, 2024

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara didn’t mince words when describing the Hawkeyes’ locker room at halftime of their 31-14 comeback victory over Minnesota on Saturday.  “We were pissed off,”...

Iowa players celebrate a touchdown by Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14, taking back the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy.

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson puts Hawkeyes on his back, continuing his dominant season

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 22, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS -- Running back Shonn Greene became a household name for the Iowa football team during the 2008 season, racking up 1,850 yards on the ground, earning the Doak Walker Award as best running...

Iowa players celebrate taking home the Floyd of Rosedale trophy during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14.

Photos: Iowa football vs. Minnesota

Emily Nyberg and Isabella Tisdale September 21, 2024

The Hawkeyes reclaimed the Floyd of Rosedale trophy after defeating the Golden Gophers 31-14 on Saturday. Iowa led in rushing yards, total yards, and time of possession. Iowa had 272 rushing yards,...

Iowa players celebrate after winning the battle for the Floyd of Rosedale trophy during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14.

Iowa football reclaims Floyd of Rosedale Trophy, topping Minnesota, 31-14, on the road

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 21, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS – The Floyd of Rosedale Trophy is back in familiar territory. After a heartbreaking loss last year at Kinnick Stadium, the Iowa football team claimed revenge against rival Minnesota,...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half.

Highlight to Watch: Kaleb Johnson’s seventh touchdown of the season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 21, 2024

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson continued to carry the Hawkeye offense as it entered conference play on Saturday night against Minnesota. The fireworks began in the first quarter when Iowa took advantage...

Minnesota running back Darius Taylor carries the ball down the field during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. Taylor totaled 59 yards rushing and 25 yards receiving. The Golden Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes 12-10.

Live updates | Iowa football takes on Minnesota in Week 4

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 21, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS - Following a victory over Troy, the Iowa football team opens up Big Ten play with a road test against the rival Minnesota Golden Gophers, who enter the contest with a 2-1 record. The Gophers...

Before the Kickoff | DITV Sports breaks down the Iowa-Minnesota football game

Brady Behrend, DITV Assistant Sports Director September 20, 2024

This week on Before the Kickoff, The Daily Iowan TV's sports staff breaks down the Iowa football team's rivalry game against Minnesota. The crew provides pregame analysis and score predictions as the...

Iowa defensive end Brian Allen Jr. and Alec Wick celebrate as Troy does not score in their fourth down during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s bettor’s guide to Week 4 of the college football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden September 19, 2024

Pete Ruden’s (2-7, $179) Picks:  Iowa -2.5 After falling short of a cover against Troy, I think Iowa will bounce back in its Big Ten opener under the Huntington Bank Stadium lights.  Simply...

Iowa wide reciever Kaden Wetjen returns a punt during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Wetjen returned two punts during the game.

One-on-one with Iowa wide receiver Kaden Wetjen

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor September 19, 2024

The Daily Iowan: There's been some discussions on you and your emergence as a prospect. What do you have to say to those who are expecting some value this year? Kaden Wetjen: Well, hopefully, I...

Fans watch a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Minnesota

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 19, 2024

The Iowa football team will open up its Big Ten schedule with a road matchup against Minnesota in the Twin Cities on Saturday night. The nationally broadcast contest will be one of revenge for the...

Iowa kid captain Aiden Washbern poses for a portrait with family members during Kid's Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Aug. 10, 2024.

Eight-year-old Aiden Washburn sees Kid Captain wish come true

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter September 19, 2024

Through the Make-a-Wish Foundation, 8-year-old Aiden Washburn wished for two things: a trip to Disneyland and to be an Iowa Hawkeye Kid Captain. On Saturday, the latter will be fulfilled. “It...