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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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Ohio State quarterback Will Howard throws the ball during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Howard passed for four touchdowns, 209, and an 84% completion rate. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 7 of the college football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden October 11, 2024

Pete Ruden's (5-10, $456) Picks:  Iowa -2.5 This is a little bit of a letdown spot for Washington after the Huskies exacted revenge against Michigan following their loss in the National Championship...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Johnson rushed for 86 yards and had one touchdown. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

On the Line | The Daily Iowan’s college football staff picks a slate of Week 7 games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 10, 2024

Washington @ Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (18-12): Iowa – Kirk should visit Seattle’s Gum Wall to celebrate.  Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor (20-10): Iowa – Just when I thought the...

Iowa kicker Drew Stevens kicks a field goal during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Stevens scored three field goals on four attempts. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 22-0.

Iowa kicker Drew Stevens matures, works with sports psychologist toward success

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor October 10, 2024

It took nearly five games, but Iowa football kicker Drew Stevens was no longer perfect. Standing near midfield in Columbus for the Hawkeyes’ Week 6 matchup against Ohio State, the third-year watched...

Iowa running back Terrell Washington, Jr. carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Washington, Jr. rushed for three yards.

One-on-one with Iowa running back Terrell Washington Jr.

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 10, 2024

The Daily Iowan: What’s something that people underrate?  Terrell Washington Jr.: Well, me personally, I like anime. I know not a lot of people like anime, so that’s one of the ones I go to...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson motions to fans after scoring a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Illinois State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds 40-0.

“Never satisfied.” How Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson has emerged as one of the nation’s top running backs in 2024

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 10, 2024

In a crowd of familiarity, Iowa football’s Mason Richman noticed something peculiar. The left tackle stood in the huddle as the Hawkeyes began their opening drive of the second half in their season...

DITV Sports: Iowa Football Players look ahead to Washington

Brady Behrend, DITV Assistant Sports Director October 9, 2024

Sep 29, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) catches a touchdown against New England Patriots safety Dell Pettus (24) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 5

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 8, 2024

Several former Hawkeyes didn’t play in Week 5 of the NFL season, including Sam LaPorta, Jack Campbell, and Cooper DeJean due to the bye week and Josey Jewell due to injury. But of all former Hawkeyes...

Fans react to a South Carolina run to start the second half during a watch party of the NCAA women’s basketball national championship game between No.1 seeded Iowa and No.1 seeded South Carolina at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on April 7. South Carolina defeated Iowa 87-75.

Point/Counterpoint | What’s the most scarring Iowa sports moment?

Colin Votzmeyer and Trey Benson October 8, 2024

2015 Big Ten Championship loss Would you believe me if I told you the Hawkeye football team was 10 minutes away from a College Football Playoff appearance? While this may seem far-fetched even...

Oct 5, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington Huskies quarterback Will Rogers (7) passes under pressure from Michigan Wolverines defensive end TJ Guy (42) during the third quarter at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium.

Iowa football scouting report | Washington

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor October 8, 2024

The road doesn’t get any easier as the Iowa football team moves forward this season. This Saturday welcomes the Washington Huskies, hot off a 27-17 upset win over then-No. 10 Michigan at Husky...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz looks up at the board during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Iowa football notebook | Kirk Ferentz addresses Hawkeye transfers and quarterback evaluation

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 8, 2024

Echoing the words of Pittsburg Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin, Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz brought up plenty of references to describe the current state of college football – where players are...

Iowa running back Leshon Williams rushes with the ball during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa running back Leshon Williams enters the transfer portal

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 7, 2024

Iowa football’s Leshon Williams has entered the transfer portal, the senior running back announced Monday.  “Hawkeye nation, I appreciate the love and support throughout my time in the black...

Iowa wide receiver Kaleb Brown carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln Nebraska on Friday, Nov. 23, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 13-10.

Iowa football wide receiver Kaleb Brown taking redshirt year, won’t play the rest of the season

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 7, 2024

The 2024 Iowa football season continues to get stranger by the minute.  On Monday, third-year wide receiver Kaleb Brown announced that he will take a redshirt season this year and will not play in...