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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 defensive end Brian Allen Jr. and Alec Wick celebrate as Troy does not score in their fourth down during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Troy

Brad Schultz and Colin Votzmeyer September 14, 2024

Run game: A+ This is a no-brainer. Kaleb Johnson feared no man today, burrowing into anyone in his way and then exploding for 178 gained yards and a loss of just five. He produced two touchdowns...

Iowa defensive lineman Max Llewellyn and Troy quarterback Tucker Kilcrease reach for a loose ball during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21. Llewellyn tackled once throughout the game.

Iowa defensive line makes big statement in win over Troy

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 14, 2024

For years, the Iowa football program has been known for producing one of the best defenses in the country under coordinator Phil Parker.  Iowa’s defenses have ranked top-10 in the nation in points...

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan lines up to take a snap during a football game between Iowa and Troy on Sept. 14 at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes topped the Trojans, 38-21.

‘Can’t beat that:’ Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan’s red-zone performance gives Hawkeyes edge in distraction and versatility

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2024

Leading up to Iowa football’s game against Troy, Hawkeye head coach Kirk Ferentz kept his priorities clear. The goal wasn’t to score a certain amount of points or total a specific yardage number,...

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson celebrates a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21. Patterson rushed 72 yards total.

Photos: Iowa vs Troy Football

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro September 14, 2024

Iowa defeated Troy, 38-21, during a football game at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024.  Following a last-minute loss to Iowa State, Iowa returned to Kinnick Stadium to face...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara prepares to take a snap during a football game between Iowa and Troy on Sept. 14 at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Iowa football escapes Troy in nail-biting 38-21 win

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor September 14, 2024

The Iowa football team escaped the Troy Trojans in a nail-biting 38-21 win inside Kinnick Stadium on Saturday. After a blow-up 20-19 loss to rival Iowa State last weekend, the Hawkeyes looked much...

Fans walk along and near Melrose Ave. before a football game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Troy Trojans at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Kickoff was at 3 p.m.

Photos: Tailgate – Iowa vs. Troy

John Charlson and Jordan Barry September 14, 2024

Football fans flocked to Iowa City before a football game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Troy Trojans at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday. The Hawkeye’s record currently sits at 1-1, and the Trojans...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. Johnson rushed for 187 yards and had two touchdowns. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Highlight to watch: Kaleb Johnson’s two touchdown day

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2024

Iowa third-year running back Kaleb Johnson continued his stellar 2024 season for the Hawkeyes, delivering his fifth and sixth touchdowns of the season on Saturday. Heading into the contest, Johnson...

Iowa defensive players embrace Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins after his interception during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Live updates | Iowa football takes on Troy in Week 3

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 14, 2024

IOWA CITY - Following a disappointing loss to in-state rival Iowa State last weekend, the Iowa football team looks to rebound at home against Troy in Saturday afternoon contest inside Kinnick Stadium....

Fans observe an Iowa State touchdown 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.

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Troy in its Week 3 game

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 13, 2024

The Iowa football team will host Troy in its final nonconference game of the season Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. Fresh off a heartbreaking loss to rival Iowa State last weekend, the Hawkeyes will take...

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Project: Hello from the Other Side offers opportunity for child cancer patients to watch Iowa football from the stands

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 13, 2024

Iowa football will have plenty of new faces in the stands when it takes on Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Sept. 14.  Amid the sold-out crowd decked in gold will be more than 75 childhood cancer patients...

Iowa offensive lineman Gennings Dunker prepares to block prior to a snap during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half.

One-on-one with Iowa offensive tackle Gennings Dunker

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 13, 2024

The Daily Iowan: What’s your ideal sandwich? Gennings Dunker: Oh my gosh, Subway, right? You get the cheesy bread. It’s pretty simple. You get ham, American cheese, get it toasted, and then...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara prepares to throw the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. McNamara passed for 99 yards and had two interceptions. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s betting guide for Week 3 of the college football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden September 13, 2024

Pete Ruden’s (1-5, $89) Picks:  Iowa -22 Iowa wants to bounce back after letting the Cy-Hawk Game completely get away, and Troy is the perfect opponent for that situation. To put it simply,...