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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

The Daily Iowan

Iowa offensive lineman Alaric Jackson prepares to block during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Defense succeeds, offense struggles, Iowa moves forward

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor October 5, 2019

If Iowa had even a quarter of the yards it posted against Middle Tennessee a week ago, its game against Michigan on Oct 5 would have looked a lot different. The box score negates the need for any type...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following loss to Michigan

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser October 5, 2019

Iowa suffered its first loss of the season against Michigan on Oct. 5, and the Hawkeyes discussed their thoughts after the game. Offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs on the offensive line's performance “I...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley falls to the turf during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Stanley, offensive line fall short in loss to Michigan

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 5, 2019

Nate Stanley didn’t look like he did in Iowa’s previous four games. Before Saturday, he hadn’t made any major mistakes, and he hadn’t thrown a single interception. That changed fast. Facing...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley drops back during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Wolverines hand Hawkeyes first loss of season

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 5, 2019

Iowa's undefeated season has come to an end. With four turnovers on offense, the Hawkeyes couldn't make up enough ground to down Michigan, losing 10-3 to the Wolverines in Ann Arbor. Things got off...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Week 6 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Michigan

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser October 5, 2019

Goodson making impact in air and on ground Tyler Goodson has been Iowa's offensive MVP so far, and it really isn't close. Goodson saw plenty of action in the first half, and he racked up _ yards on...

Iowa offensive linemen Alaric Jackson embraces Purdue safety Navon Mosley during the Iowa/Purdue football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-15. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Jackson expected to start against Michigan

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 5, 2019

Alaric Jackson's return could not have come at a better time for Iowa. After going down with an injury on Iowa's second drive of its season-opener against Miami (Ohio), Jackson is expected to start...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley 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 enters the Big House looking for statement win

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor October 3, 2019

Big games are meant to be played on a big stage, and the stage doesn’t get much bigger than the Big House. A crowd of roughly 108,000 passionate college football fans will be on hand in Ann Arbor,...

Mascots participate in the Hawkeye Wave during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Around the Big Ten: Week 6

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor October 3, 2019

Power Rankings 1. Ohio State Wow, this is new. 2. Wisconsin If you would have told me that this is where the state of the Big Ten would be Week 5, I would have laughed. Now I’m crying. 3....

Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

On the Line: Week 6

October 3, 2019

No. 14 Iowa vs. No. 19 Michigan Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor (13-7): Iowa — I've heard Ann Arbor isn't a very nice lady. Anna Kayser, Sports Editor (13-7): Iowa — Mills just said, "I think Iowa's...

Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon prepares to tackle during the Iowa football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks 38-14. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

One-on-one with Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter October 3, 2019

Daily Iowan: What do you do in your free time outside of football? Nixon: I like to play Madden. I like to play Madden a lot. I like to hang out with my teammates and just watch movies and chill out. DI:...

Iowa kicker Keith Duncan makes a practice kick 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. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Duncan takes winding road to re-emergence

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor October 3, 2019

Keith Duncan stood in Kinnick Stadium under the lights, the illuminated green turf making a stark contrast against the dark Iowa City sky. Facing a two-point deficit against then-No. 3 Michigan on Nov....