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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Michigan linebacker Josh Uche (6) sacks Middle Tennessee quarterback Asher O'Hara (10) during their college football game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, on Saturday, August 31, 2019. Michigan won the game, 40-21. (Mike Mulholland/MLive.com/TNS)

Week 5 scouting report: Middle Tennessee State

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 27, 2019

Coming into its game against Iowa with losses to Michigan and Duke, Middle Tennessee State isn’t the most fearsome team on the Hawkeyes’ schedule. Far from it. But the Blue Raiders still boast a...

Wisconsin's Jonathan Taylor evades tackles during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin on Saturday, September 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes, 28-17. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

College football Week 5: We’re back

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter September 27, 2019

Big Ten Power Rankings 1. Ohio State Alex, give me, “We’re all tired of this,” for 300. 2. Wisconsin Wisconsin made the pro-“Big Ten division realignment” crowd look silly last week. 3....

Iowa's Djimon Colbert (32) tackles Minnesota's Tyler Johnson during the Iowa/Minnesota football game at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, October 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 48-31.

One-on-one with Iowa linebacker Djimon Colbert

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor September 27, 2019

Daily Iowan: Who is your favorite artist to listen to before a game? Colbert: I like a lot of Travis Scott and Lil Wayne. 50 Cent is great, too. I listen to a lot of his stuff. DI: What is your favorite...

Iowa defensive back Michael Ojemudia runs back an interception during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Debating Iowa football’s MVPs

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 27, 2019

Iowa’s first bye week has come and gone, which means the Hawkeyes are moving on with non-stop football every week until Nov. 2. Through this first part of the season, some Hawkeyes have risen above...

Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17.

On the Line: Week 5

September 27, 2019

No. 14 Iowa vs. Middle Tennessee Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor (10-5): Iowa - I have a friend in Tennessee who's probably reading this. Hi, Adam. Anna Kayser, Sports Editor (10-5): Iowa - Iowa moved...

Iowa offensive lineman Kyler Schott blocks Miami (Ohio) linebacker Myles Reid during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

Schott keeps his nose to the grindstone for on-field success

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor September 27, 2019

Iowa football fans held their breath. Starting left tackle Alaric Jackson was down with an apparent leg injury with 4:58 remaining in the first quarter of the new season’s opening game against Miami...

Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17.

Iowa’s four running backs have both rushing and receiving capabilities

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 25, 2019

Iowa’s running backs’ room could be the most versatile of them all. It can run the ball, catch the ball, and rotate four athletes seamlessly to give the offense the greatest possible advantage.  Last...

Prepping for Pregame: Episode 4

Prepping for Pregame: Episode 4

September 25, 2019

The Force discusses Iowa's matchup against Middle Tennessee on Saturday. The staff also debates the Hawkeyes' most valuable players in all three phases up to this point in the season.

Northwestern head coach Pat Fitzgerald speaks during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Big Ten notebook: Michigan slumping, Fitzgerald challenges Twitter users

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter September 25, 2019

The crux of the Big Ten is season upon us. After a Week 4 that included several conference matchups, coaches and players are gearing up for another weekend. Teams still have every opportunity to...

Iowa offensive lineman Kyler Schott blocks Miami (Ohio) linebacker Myles Reid during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

Injuries remain prevalent for Hawkeye football

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 24, 2019

Iowa football’s first bye week could not have come at a better time, and that has been the theme for the past two weeks.  As usual, the injuries riddling the offensive line and Iowa’s secondary...

Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta speaks during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Barta speaks on alleged incident regarding Hawkeye Marching Band

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 24, 2019

Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta spoke about the alleged incident regarding the Hawkeye Marching Band from Sept. 14 in Ames on Tuesday, noting it will continue to be examined while stressing his support...

Left: UI President Bruce Harreld speaks to the DI on Sept. 23 in the Adler Journalism Building. Right: ISU President Wendy Wintersteen gives a presentation to the state Board of Regents during a meeting at the Iowa State Alumni Center in Ames on June 6.

Iowa State commits to keeping Cy-Hawk series alive after UI president questions its future

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief September 24, 2019

After University of Iowa President Bruce Harreld questioned the future of the annual Cy-Hawk game in a sit-down interview on Monday with The Daily Iowan and called for improved safety protocols in light...