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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

 Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz looks to the stands during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following Miami (Ohio) win

Pete Ruden and Robert Read August 31, 2019

Iowa downed Miami (Ohio) in its season-opener on Saturday. After a rough first half that saw Iowa only take a three-point advantage into halftime, the Hawkeyes opened it up in the second to complete a...

 Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent runs the ball during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Hawkeyes re-energize rushing attack against RedHawks

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor August 31, 2019

The Iowa offense tried to make a statement in the running game in the 2019 season-opener. After all, the team closed out last season rushing for only 15 yards on 20 attempts in the Outback Bowl. “Coming...

 Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin catches a touchdown pass during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Martin finds success in first game at Kinnick

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor August 31, 2019

Oliver Martin received immediate eligibility from the NCAA on Wednesday. Just three days later, he scored his first touchdown for the Hawkeyes in a 38-14 season-opening win over Miami (Ohio). After...

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith catches a pass out of bounds during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Iowa football topples Miami (Ohio) in season-opener, 38-14

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor August 31, 2019

After a rough first half that yielded only a three-point advantage for Iowa, the Hawkeyes picked it up in the second to secure a 38-14 victory over Miami (Ohio) to open the season. The second half included...

Martin scores first touchdown as a Hawkeye

Martin scores first touchdown as a Hawkeye

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor August 31, 2019

Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin received eligibility on Wednesday. On Saturday, he recorded his first catch as a Hawkeye, and it went for six points. After being kept on the sidelines during the first...

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith catches a touchdown during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Video: Smith snags fade for first Hawkeye touchdown of season

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor August 31, 2019

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith scored the first Iowa touchdown on a 9-yard fade from Nate Stanley. Smith, who almost caught a similar pass earlier in the game but landed out of bounds, went up to...

Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent runs the ball during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Week 1 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Miami (Ohio)

Pete Ruden and Robert Read August 31, 2019

Hawkeye running backs keep rolling Heading into halftime with a 10-3 lead, it's clear this isn't how Iowa wanted to start its season. It embarked on a nice drive to kick off the game, but it stalled...

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith talks with teammates in the huddle during Iowa's game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 1, 2018. during Iowa's game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 33-7.

One-on-one with Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter August 29, 2019

Daily Iowan: What do you plan on listening to before games this season? Smith: Favorite artist is by far Lil Wayne. Hands down. I’m more into his mixtapes than his albums, like Dedication 6. When he...

Week 1 scouting report: Miami (Ohio)

Week 1 scouting report: Miami (Ohio)

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor August 29, 2019

The Miami (Ohio) football team enters the season after finishing last year’s campaign on a three-game winning streak, ending 6-6. With seven returning starters on offense and defense, both units have...

Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins looks to an official  during the Iowa/Ohio State football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes in a storming fashion, 55-24. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

College football Week 1: What are we getting ourselves into?

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor August 29, 2019

Power Rankings Ohio State Here. We. Go. Again. Michigan No doubt in my mind that Michigan deserves to be below Ohio State. I’m still not over the REAL 2018 Big Ten Championship game,...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws a pass during the Outback Bowl game between Iowa and Mississippi State at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida on Tuesday, January 1, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bulldogs 27-22.

Stanley continues chase for Long’s Hawkeye history

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor August 29, 2019

Hanging in the back of Iowa’s quarterbacks' room is a picture of Chuck Long, one of the best quarterbacks to ever suit up for the Hawkeyes. That’s the man Nate Stanley is chasing. When looking...