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The Daily Iowan

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

The Daily Iowan

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders, 48-3.

Kayser: Iowa’s offense is enough for Michigan

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 29, 2019

Iowa’s offense put on a performance that Kirk Ferentz hadn’t seen in his tenure as head coach, and it couldn’t have come at a better time for the Hawkeyes or their fans.  Even before this seemingly...

Iowa defenders converge on MTSU quarterback Asher O'Hara during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders, 48-3.

Defensive line crucial in Middle Tennessee win, wants more in Ann Arbor

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter September 29, 2019

Daviyon Nixon had a wide grin on his face following Iowa football’s 48-3 win over Middle Tennessee on Sept. 28. The first-year defensive lineman recorded the first sack of his career in the game, and...

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith completes a catch during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 48-3.

Record-setting day for offense sets Iowa up for Michigan

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter September 28, 2019

The Sept. 28 matchup with Middle Tennessee was a day full of flashbacks for the Hawkeye football offense, which broke records dating back to the 1990s. The flashbacks will help the team look forward to...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson hurdles MTSU's Gregory Grate, Jr. during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Iowa running backs post career numbers against Mid Tennessee

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 28, 2019

On a historic day in Kinnick Stadium in which the offense put on its greatest measurable performance in Kirk Ferentz’s tenure as head coach, the Iowa running backs didn’t just sit back and watch. Mekhi...

Iowa defenders converge on MTSU quarterback Asher O'Hara during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following 48-3 win

Anna Kayser and Pete Mills September 28, 2019

After improving to 4-0 and tallying the most yards for a game in head coach Kirk Ferentz's Iowa tenure, he and the team came out to give their thoughts on the dominant win. Defensive lineman Daviyon...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley looks to pass during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019.

Iowa dominates Middle Tennessee, 48-3

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 28, 2019

The Hawkeye offense boomed for its most yards since 1997 in the 48-3 win against Middle Tennessee on Sept. 28. Iowa improves to 4-0 on the season going into the thick of the Big Ten season. Iowa’s...

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.

Week 5 halftime reaction — Iowa vs. Middle Tennessee

Anna Kayser and Pete Mills September 28, 2019

Iowa’s defense, Middle Tennessee’s lack of offense force quick punts Iowa controlled the ball through the majority of the first quarter after laying down numerous three-and-outs against the Middle...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley prepares for 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.

Iowa refusing to overlook Middle Tennessee

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 26, 2019

There are two sides to Iowa’s matchup against Middle Tennessee at Kinnick on Saturday. For the players and coaches inside the Hawkeye program, the Blue Raiders can’t be overlooked, or a big blemish...

Michigan linebacker Josh Uche (6) sacks Middle Tennessee quarterback Asher O'Hara (10) during their college football game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, on Saturday, August 31, 2019. Michigan won the game, 40-21. (Mike Mulholland/MLive.com/TNS)

Week 5 scouting report: Middle Tennessee State

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 26, 2019

Coming into its game against Iowa with losses to Michigan and Duke, Middle Tennessee State isn’t the most fearsome team on the Hawkeyes’ schedule. Far from it. But the Blue Raiders still boast a...

Wisconsin's Jonathan Taylor evades tackles during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin on Saturday, September 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes, 28-17. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

College football Week 5: We’re back

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter September 26, 2019

Big Ten Power Rankings 1. Ohio State Alex, give me, “We’re all tired of this,” for 300. 2. Wisconsin Wisconsin made the pro-“Big Ten division realignment” crowd look silly last week. 3....

Iowa's Djimon Colbert (32) tackles Minnesota's Tyler Johnson during the Iowa/Minnesota football game at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, October 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 48-31.

One-on-one with Iowa linebacker Djimon Colbert

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor September 26, 2019

Daily Iowan: Who is your favorite artist to listen to before a game? Colbert: I like a lot of Travis Scott and Lil Wayne. 50 Cent is great, too. I listen to a lot of his stuff. DI: What is your favorite...