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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Players huddle during an Iowa football practice at Ensworth High School in Nashville, Tenn., on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024. The Iowa Hawkeyes and Missouri Tigers will face off in the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Monday, Dec. 30, at Nissan Stadium.

Center Logan Jones, linebacker Kyler Fisher among four Iowa football players missing Music City Bowl

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 29, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN – The Iowa football team will be without four players for the upcoming Music City Bowl against Missouri on Dec. 30. Center Logan Jones, wide receiver Seth Anderson, defensive back Koen...

Offensive linemen from rival teams compete in a hot wing eating competition during a team welcome party at Category 10 in Nashville Tenn., on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024. The event had a chicken wing eating contest along with a finish-the-lyric challenge.

Iowa and Missouri players enjoy Music City Bowl team welcome festivities

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor December 28, 2024

NASHVILLE - Iowa and Missouri may be playing a fierce football game on Monday, but the two teams put their rivalry aside on Saturday evening. One of the perks of qualifying for a bowl game are the annual...

An official observes Missouri offensive lineman Curtis Peagler during a chicken wing contests team welcome party at Category 10 in Nashville, Tenn., on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024. Peagler finished with the most wings eaten. The Iowa Hawkeyes and Missouri Tigers will face off in the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Monday, Dec. 30, at Nissan Stadium.

Photos: 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl Team Welcome Party

Emma Calabro and Cody Blissett December 28, 2024

Teams, staff, and family gathered at Category 10 in Nashville, Tenn, for a Team Welcome Party on Friday night, Dec. 27. The event had food and featured a finish-the-lyric contest along with a hot chicken...

Players and staff make their way to the Ensworths Turf Field and Track during an Iowa football practice at Ensworth High School in Nashville, Tenn., on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024. The Iowa Hawkeyes and Missouri Tigers will face off in the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Monday, Dec. 30, at Nissan Stadium.

Photos: 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl Iowa football practice and interviews

Emma Calabro and Cody Blissett December 27, 2024

Iowa held a practice at the Ensworths Turf Field and Track in Nashville, Tenn., on Friday. After the practice, Iowa football players and special teams coordinator LeVar Woods spoke with media members. Kaden...

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan looks at a teammate during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes 20-17.

Iowa football quarterback Brendan Sullivan looks to prove himself in Music City Bowl

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor December 27, 2024

NASHVILLE - As the college football landscape continues to evolve, a common discourse surrounding bowl games has drifted amongst fans and the media. Some will say bowl games are irrelevant due to the expanded...

Iowa wide receiver Kaden Wetjen returns a punt during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Iowa football’s Kaden Wetjen likely to return, but won’t rule out other futures

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 27, 2024

Kaden Wetjen isn’t certain if he’ll return to the Iowa football team next season, but he at least has a number in mind.  “I’m 98 percent sure,” Wetjen told reporters after the Hawkeyes’...

Photo taken from Central Michigan Athletics.

Central Michigan defensive lineman Jonah Pace commits to Iowa football

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor December 23, 2024

Former Central Michigan defensive lineman Jonah Pace has committed to Iowa, per an announcement on his Twitter page. Pace becomes Iowa's second addition in its 2025 transfer portal class, following the...

Iowa fans celebrate as a field goal is made to win the game in the last six seconds during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Missouri

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 17, 2024

The Iowa football team will close out its season against Missouri in the Music City Bowl, returning to Nashville for the first time since 2022 when it shut out Kentucky, 21-0. The Hawkeyes are 6-7...

An official separates the Hawkeyes and Huskers for the coin toss before a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

On The Line | The Daily Iowan’s football coverage team picks a slate of bowl games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 17, 2024

Music City Bowl: Iowa vs. No. 19 Missouri  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (41-25): Iowa – Almost went to Mizzou. Please prove me right, Hawkeyes.  Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor (43-23): Missouri...

Iowa defensive lineman Aaron Graves tackles Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide to bowl season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden December 17, 2024

Pete Ruden’s (13-22-1, $1,200) Picks:  Missouri -3 This game is quite a toss-up with the most explosive options for both teams opting out. Missouri will be without star receiver Luther Burden...

Iowa running back Kamari Moulton is tackled by Washington defensive back Ephesians Prysock during a football game between Iowa and Washington at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s matchup against Missouri

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 17, 2024

1. Carrying the burden  Missouri will be without one of its top offensive weapons in wide receiver Luther Burden III, who opted out of the bowl game in preparation for the NFL draft. A likely first-round...

Iowa wide receiver Kaden Wetjen returns a punt during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Around the Big Ten | Power rankings, matchups ahead of bowl games, postseason

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor December 17, 2024

Power Rankings Oregon — I don’t see the Ducks losing until Georgia finds ’em. Ohio State — The Buckeyes beat Penn State ... Penn State — Beat the teams you should, lose to those...