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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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Kid Captains Skylar Hardee and Jeg Weets walk out onto the football field in Kinnick Stadium with Hawkeye offensive lineman Landan Paulsen at Kids Day at Kinnick on Saturday, August 10, 2019. Kids Day at Kinnick is an annual event for families to experience Iowa's football stadium, while watching preseason practice and honoring this year's Kid Captains. (Ryan Adams/The Daily Iowan)

One-on-one with Iowa offensive lineman Landan Paulsen

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 12, 2019

The Daily Iowan: If you were playing any other sport right now, what would it be? Landan Paulsen: Rugby. I just think it’s a really dynamic game that I never really got to learn growing up. There’s...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws under pressure during Iowa's game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 13-3.

Iowa football seeks in-state bragging rights

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor September 12, 2019

The entire state, it seems, is counting down the seconds until Saturday. Social-media battles among fan bases are relentless. The word “State” is being thrown around Iowa City with a nonprintable word...

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Quarterback Nate Stanley throws a pass during Iowa’s game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31. Iowa defeated the Redhawks, 38-14.

Iowa’s offensive line hasn’t missed a beat in its rotation

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 11, 2019

Iowa’s offensive line has worked on becoming a unit focuses on not missing a beat in the wake of graduations and injuries since January. Alaric Jackson was hurt during Iowa’s season-opener against...

Prepping for Pregame: Episode 2

Prepping for Pregame: Episode 2

September 10, 2019

On the second episode of Pregame's official podcast, the Force recaps Iowa's 30-0 win over Rutgers to kick off Big Ten play and gives its predictions for the upcoming Cy-Hawk game. With it being "Hate...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws under pressure during Iowa's game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 13-3.

No. 21 Maryland, Purdue’s Sindelar carry Big Ten into Week 3

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter September 10, 2019

It’s only Week 3 of the football season, but storylines and drama are already developing in the Big Ten. The conference is posting some of its strongest numbers in the last two decades, and certain...

Wide receiver Nico Ragaini attempts to avoid the defense during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

Ragaini translates lacrosse skills to football field

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor September 10, 2019

Iowa wide receiver Nico Ragaini is one of the many options quarterback Nate Stanley has to throw to from a deep corps of Hawkeye wide receivers. A relatively new face to Hawkeye fans, Ragaini is a redshirt...

Iowa quarterback Nathan Stanley throws under pressure during the Iowa/Iowa State game for the Cy-Hawk trophy in Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 44-41, in overtime. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Stanley, Smith-Marsette set for return to Ames

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 10, 2019

Two years ago, Nate Stanley took the field at Jack Trice Stadium in his white No. 4 jersey for the second college start of his career. It was his first Cy-Hawk game as the go-to guy under center. Simply...

Iowa defensive back Jack Koerner lines up before a play during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019.

Iowa football’s Koerner stepping up in secondary

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 9, 2019

Jack Koerner practiced last week as if it was a regular game week.  Rutgers was on the schedule, and Koerner was a backup free safety on the depth chart behind starter Kaevon Merriweather – until...

Iowa wide receiver Tyrone Tracy, Jr. celebrates after a catch during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Ruden: Young Hawkeyes showing positive signs for future

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 8, 2019

Iowa’s second game of the season and first Big Ten game of 2019 couldn’t have gone much better for the Hawkeyes. Iowa utilized a balanced attack on offense, passing the ball with ease until the...

Iowa defensive end AJ Epenesa celebrates after a play during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Rutgers

Pete Ruden, Sports Reporter September 8, 2019

Offense: A- Iowa decimated Rutgers in all aspects in its 30-0 win on Sept. 7, and it was apparent the Hawkeyes were the better team. Nate Stanley threw 3 touchdowns for the second week in a row, Ihmir...

Iowa punter Michael Sleep-Dalton kicks the ball 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)

Kinnick home to punters duel for Iowa-Rutgers

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor September 8, 2019

Kirk Ferentz made his choice for Iowa’s Player of the Game known when he took the podium after a 30-0 dismantling of Rutgers on Sept. 7. His choice was not Nate Stanley, nor was it A.J. Epenesa. In...