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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 WR Ihmir Smith-Marsette jumps a defender during the Iowa football vs. Penn State game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Iowa receivers make plays despite offense’s inefficiency

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor October 13, 2019

The Iowa offense sputtered for the second game in a row on Oct. 12, resulting in a 17-12 letdown against Penn State. The running game didn’t work, the offensive line was constantly shuffling, and Nate...

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

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following loss to Penn State

Pete Ruden and Robert Read October 12, 2019

Iowa suffered its second loss in a row at the hands of Penn State on Saturday, 17-12. The Hawkeye defense posted a solid outing, but the Hawkeye offense couldn't get rolling until late. Iowa head coach...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley is tackled during the Iowa football game against Penn State in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeye offense stalls against Penn State

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor October 12, 2019

Two games against ranked teams. Two losses. 15 points scored. The Iowa offense was, for the second game in a row, unable to match the level of play of the Hawkeye defense, resulting in a 17-12 loss...

Iowa defensive end A.J. Epenesa defends against Penn State offensive lineman Rasheed Walker during the Iowa football game against Penn State in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa defensive line steps up in passing game despite loss

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 12, 2019

Black and gold stripes painted Kinnick Stadium, four F-35 jets raced over the illuminated green turf before the game, and Hawkeyes swarmed wearing new gold uniforms. The hype level surrounding Iowa’s...

Penn State WR KJ Hamler scores a touchdown during the Iowa football vs. Penn State game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions lead the Hawkeyes 7-6 at halftime. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Penn State downs Iowa in Kinnick

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 12, 2019

A week ago in Ann Arbor, Iowa's defense held Michigan to 10 points, but the Hawkeye offense couldn't get rolling, resulting in a 10-3 loss. On Saturday in Kinnick, something similar happened. The Iowa...

Iowa linebacker Kristian Welch reaches for Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford during the Iowa football game against Penn State in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions lead the Hawkeyes 7-6 at half. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Week 7 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Penn State

Pete Ruden and Robert Read October 12, 2019

Hawkeye defense continues strong stretch Just one week after holding Michigan to 10 points and two weeks after keeping Middle Tennessee to a field goal, the Iowa defense returned to the field with a similar...

Carson King claps during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Sept. 28, 2019.

Carson King recognized at Iowa-Penn State football game

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 12, 2019

After presenting the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital with a $3 million check on Friday, Carson King was recognized at Iowa's football game against Penn State on Saturday. King received...

Iowa WR Matt Hankins dives for a catrch during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 30-0.

Hankins, Moss set to return against Penn State

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 12, 2019

Iowa is finally getting healthier on the defensive side of the ball. Hawkeye cornerbacks Matt Hankins and Riley Moss went through pre-game warmups ahead of Iowa's matchup with Penn State and are expected...

Penn State players celebrate in front of the student section  after Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, October 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

Week 7 scouting report: Penn State

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor October 10, 2019

After losing to Michigan on Oct. 5 in a game decided by defenses, the Big Ten doesn’t get much easier for the Hawkeyes this week. Penn State has the second-best scoring offense in the Big Ten, behind...

Iowa players prepare to leave the field following a football game between Iowa and Michigan at the Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Michigan on Saturday, October 5, 2019. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes 10-3.

On the Line: Week 7

October 10, 2019

No. 17 Iowa vs. No. 10 Penn State Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor (14-11): Iowa — I had a dream that the media could talk to true freshmen. It was wild. Anna Kayser, Sports Editor (13-12): Iowa — Night...

Tight end Nate Wieting stands during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

One-on-one with Iowa tight end Nate Wieting

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 10, 2019

The Daily Iowan: If you had a track 4x100-meter relay with your teammates, who would be on it? Nate Wieting: Back in high school, we did the throwers’ relay, so I’d take the four biggest guys on the...