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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks to a huddle during a game against Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, November 9, 2019. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Badgers 24-22. Iowa will stay at 3rd place in the Big Ten west.

Ferentz discusses the return of football season

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor April 15, 2020

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz hasn't been without spring football since 1979. But that's where he finds himself now with the 2020 football season in question. Instead, Ferentz has been caught...

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.

Depth chart breakdown: Iowa football’s defense

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor April 10, 2020

The Hawkeye defense will go through a transition as it heads into 2020. Gone are the days of A.J. Epenesa, Geno Stone, and Michael Ojemudia. Instead, Iowa will see some players who have experience —...

University of Iowa athletic director Gary Barta discusses former Iowa basketball player Megan Gustafson's career during the retirement ceremony for her number 10 jersey following the Iowa women's basketball game against Michigan State University on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020 at Caver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 74-57.

Iowa AD Gary Barta anticipates financial changes within athletic department amid COVID-19

Robert Read, Sports Editor April 9, 2020

On a Thursday video conference, Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta said he expects pay cuts and budgetary restrictions within the athletic department stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. Barta said...

Iowa wideout Ihmir Smith-Marsette celebrates a kick-return touchdown during the 2019 SDCCU Holiday Bowl between Iowa and USC in San Diego on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. Smith-Marsette won Offensive MVP for the game.

Depth chart breakdown: Iowa football’s offense

Robert Read, Sports Editor April 8, 2020

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Iowa football is not getting the type of spring preparation it is accustomed to. The starting offense for Kirk Ferentz and the Hawkeyes will have several key contributors...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson scores the first touchdown of the game against Illinois on Saturday, November 23, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 19-10. Goodson rushed a total of 38 yards.

Goodson named DI Newcomer of the Year

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor April 2, 2020

Tyler Goodson didn’t need a lot of time to prove he belonged in the Big Ten. In just the second game — and first Big Ten game — of his career, the true freshman ran for 53 yards on 10 carries....

 Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz looks to the stands during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Iowa football transitions to remote workouts

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor April 1, 2020

Kirk Ferentz has his priorities set. That much was clear on his teleconference on Tuesday when he spoke to the media for the first time since spring football was moved. While the Hawkeye head...

Iowa OL Tristan Wirfs defends QB Nate Stanley during the Iowa football vs. Penn State game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Wirfs lighting it up at the NFL Combine

Robert Read, Sports Editor February 28, 2020

Former Iowa offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs showcased his elite athleticism at the NFL Scouting Combine on Friday. Wirfs, standing at 6-foot-5, 320 pounds, is the combination of size and speed that...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz watches his players swarm the field before a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 48-3.

Ferentz talks Iowa football’s 2020 recruiting class

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor February 5, 2020

It appears that Iowa liked what it saw from punter Michael Sleep-Dalton throughout the 2019 season. For the second year in a row, the Hawkeyes’ roster will feature a punter from down under. Tory...

University of Iowa athletic director Gary Barta discusses former Iowa basketball player Megan Gustafson's career during the retirement ceremony for her number 10 jersey following the Iowa women's basketball game against Michigan State University on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020 at Caver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 74-57.

Barta speaks on new role in CFP and more

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor February 3, 2020

For the first time since being named the chair of the College Football Playoff committee, Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta took to the podium to discuss his new role among other items. Barta,...

Iowa tight end George Kittle celebrates a touchdown during the Iowa-Iowa State game at Kinnick on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Iowa head Iowa State to one field goal to defeated them, 42-3.

Former Hawkeyes set to battle for the Lombardi Trophy

Robert Read, Sports Editor January 30, 2020

The state of Iowa will be split this Super Bowl Sunday. Five former Hawkeyes will be in Miami when the San Francisco 49ers battle the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIV.  Both teams have two...

Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta speaks with a photographer before kickoff of the New Era Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium in New York on Wednesday, Dec. 27. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Barta named 2020 College Football Playoff selection committee chair

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor January 22, 2020

Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta has been named the selection committee chair for the 2020 College Football Playoff, CFP Executive Director Bill Hancock announced Wednesday. He will replace Oregon...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras makes a pass 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. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Petras enters 2020 as favorite for starting quarterback

Robert Read, Sports Editor January 20, 2020

For the first time in three years, there’s a quarterback competition in Iowa City. Nate Stanley’s run as the starter under center for the Hawkeyes came to an end with Iowa’s 49-24 victory over...