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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 kicker Keith Duncan attempts a field goal during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Grading Iowa’s performance against Purdue

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 20, 2019

Offense — C+ The Hawkeye offense scored two touchdowns against Purdue, which is more than it did in its previous two games combined. It also scored more points against the Boilermakers (26) than...

Iowa defensive lineman John Waggoner celebrates during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Ruden: Big Ten West a different kind of wild

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 20, 2019

Cue the Titanic music. Watch Illinois’ game-winning field goal over to beat formerly undefeated Wisconsin. Combine both. Enjoy. With the Illini downing the mighty Badgers in Champaign, the Big Ten...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley runs the ball during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Stanley proves he’s all-in for his team

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor October 20, 2019

It’s no secret that through his three years as Iowa’s starting quarterback, Nate Stanley has grown into the playmaker and leader that the Hawkeyes need at the helm. On Oct. 19 against Purdue, he took...

Iowa players react to wide receiver Brandon Smith's catch during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following win over Purdue

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser October 19, 2019

Iowa found a way to get back to winning on Saturday, downing Purdue, 26-20. Both sides of the ball did just enough to help the Hawkeyes overcome a late run by the Boilermakers. Iowa head coach Kirk...

Iowa defensive back Matt Hankins loses the ball during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Turnovers save the day for Iowa

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor October 19, 2019

On the first drive of the second quarter, Geno Stone forced a fumble on Purdue’s Amad Anderson at Iowa’s nine-yard line. Matt Hankins recovered it in what would be the biggest, potentially game-defining...

Iowa defensive back Riley Moss prepares to defend during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Moss learns from experience in win over Purdue

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 19, 2019

From 2001-02, there was a man who wore a black Iowa jersey with a white No. 33 on the front and back rocketing across the field. After winning a Super Bowl and NFL Defensive Player of the Year honor...

Iowa kicker Keith Duncan punts the ball during the game against Purdue on Saturday, October 19, 2019.

Hawkeyes down Boilermakers for Homecoming victory

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 19, 2019

Despite a low-scoring first half that saw Iowa hold a 9-7 lead, the Hawkeyes opened it up a little more in the second to topple Purdue, 26-20, on Saturday. Once again, the defense led the way for Iowa,...

Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during the football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, October 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes lead the Boilermakers 9-7 at half.

Week 8 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Purdue

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser October 19, 2019

Hawkeye defense coming up clutch Michael Ojemudia said Tuesday that Iowa hasn't been forcing as many turnovers as it wants. Facing a Purdue offense that thoroughly enjoys airing it out provides plenty...

Iowa linebacker Kristian Welch makes a tackle during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Welch to miss Purdue game with injury

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor October 19, 2019

After going down with an injury against Penn State on Oct. 12, Iowa linebacker Kristian Welch has been ruled out for today’s game against Purdue, according to Iowa radio. Dillon Doyle will replace Welch...

Penn State running back Journey Brown (left) and offensive lineman C.J. Thorpe celebrate a touchdown during the Iowa football game against Penn State in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Around the Big Ten: Week 8

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 17, 2019

Power Rankings 1. Ohio State Stop me if you’ve seen Ohio State at No. 1 before. 2. Wisconsin Who would’ve thought Jack Coan would be better than Alex Hornibrook. Probably a lot of people...

Wirfs utilizes wrestling background in football career

Wirfs utilizes wrestling background in football career

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor October 17, 2019

Atop the 2017 heavyweight WaMaC Conference wrestling podium stood Aaron Costello, a wrestler who would go on to win the Class 3A state title and redshirt at Iowa later that year. Beside him, one peg...