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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

San Francisco 49ers' George Kittle (85) makes a catch against Jacksonville Jaguars' Barry Church (42) in the first quarter at Levi's Stadium Sunday, Dec. 24, 2017 in Santa Clara, California.

Kittle makes début on NFL Top 100 list

Robert Read, Sports Reporter July 29, 2019

George Kittle made his name known to the NFL world with a tight-end season for the ages in 2018, and now his peers rank him as one of the best players in the league. Kittle made his début on the NFL...

Iowa offensive linemen Alaric Jackson embraces Purdue safety Navon Mosley during the Iowa/Purdue football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-15. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Jackson, Wirfs set to continue long draft history for Iowa offensive linemen

Robert Read, Sports Editor July 28, 2019

Iowa offensive tackles Alaric Jackson and Tristan Wirfs are no longer flying under the radar. They are two of the best offensive linemen in the conference and could make a case for being the most outstanding...

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

Stanley named to Walter Camp Player of the Year watch list

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor July 26, 2019

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley has been named to the Walter Camp Player of the Year watch list. The award honors the most outstanding player in college football. Stanley ranked second in the Big Ten...

Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette breaks a tackle 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.

Smith-Marsette lands on Hornung Award Watch List

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor July 25, 2019

Ihmir Smith-Marsette joined in on the preseason watch-list fun on July 25, as the Hawkeye receiver and returner earned a place on the Paul Hornung Award Watch List. The honor is given to the most versatile...

Iowa cornerback Michael Ojemudia tackles Michigan State wide receiver Felton Davis during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday Sept. 30, 2017. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 17-10.

Iowa defensive backs look to keep up with recent history

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter July 24, 2019

Iowa has been dubbed “Tight End U” by its football fans this year after sending a duo of tight ends — Noah Fant and T.J. Hockenson — to the first round of the 2019 NFL Draft. While warranted,...

Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh addresses the media during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Big Ten football hungry for playoff spot

Robert Read, Sports Reporter July 23, 2019

In a league that boasts personalities ranging from Iowa’s Kirk Ferentz to Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh, unanimity can be rare. However, the entire conference can agree on one thing: It’s time to get the...

Wisconsin head coach Paul Chryst speaks during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Iowa trophy games a wild ride in 2019

Pete Mills, Assistant Sports Editor July 23, 2019

Iowa football might have to work harder to hold on to the hardware from its trophy games this season. With Big Ten rivals on the rise, the team’s trophy games are all set to be some of the most competitive...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley addresses the media during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Stanley grows as Hawkeye career evolves

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor July 23, 2019

When Nate Stanley first took the field as a college football player, he was an unknown. Backing up C.J. Beathard — who had led Iowa to an undefeated regular season the year before — nobody wanted...

Iowa's A.J. Epenesa tackles Michigan State quarter back Brian Lewerke during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017. The Hawkeyes fell to the Spartans with a final score of 10-17. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Wirfs, Jackson, Epenesa land on watch lists

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor July 23, 2019

Iowa offensive linemen Tristan Wirfs and Alaric Jackson have been named to the Outland Trophy Watch List, and defensive end A.J. Epenesa has a place on the Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List. The Outland...

Iowa offensive linemen Tristian Wirfs warms up during a summer camp practice at the outdoor practice facility on Monday, Aug. 7, 2017.

Hawkeye football will see new faces contribute

Robert Read, Sports Reporter July 22, 2019

This season’s version of the Iowa football team is going to have a very different look to it compared with the squad that swarmed into Kinnick last season. Gone is Mackey Award-winning tight end T.J....

Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta speaks during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Iowa educates student-athletes on repercussions of sports betting

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor July 22, 2019

This season will be different for Iowa football, not only because of the new personnel on the field but because of the legalization of sports betting off it. For the first time, Nate Stanley may be...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Hawkeyes relish deep depth chart

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor July 22, 2019

It’s no secret Kirk Ferentz isn’t a fan of July depth charts. What becomes a key talking point for fans and media alike, he has very little interest in. After all, the team hasn’t even started...