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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 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...

Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson runs after making a catch during Iowa's game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, October 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 48-31.

Former Hawkeye Hockenson breaks NFL record in debut

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor September 8, 2019

Former Iowa and current Detroit Lions tight end T.J. Hockenson is immediately making those who doubted his draft status regret it. Hockenson set the NFL record for most receiving yards in a tight end’s...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley huddles with his teammates during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 30-0.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following Rutgers win

Pete Ruden and Robert Read September 7, 2019

Iowa decimated Rutgers on both sides of the ball Saturday to pick up its first Big Ten win of the season, 30-0. The Hawkeyes found plenty of success, and head coach Kirk Ferentz and his players spoke...

Iowa defensive end AJ Epenesa jumps after Rutgers quarterback McLane Carter 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 defense steps up to shut out Rutgers

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor September 7, 2019

The Iowa passing game seemed to be hitting on all cylinders in the Hawkeyes' 30-0 victory over Rutgers on Saturday. As far as the Scarlet Knight offense, well, that’s a different story. Rutgers lit...

Iowa WR Ihmer Smith-Marsette catches a football that led to a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0. (Roman Slabach/ The Daily Iowan)

Smith-Marsette posts career day against home-state Rutgers

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 7, 2019

Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette is originally from Newark, New Jersey, but on Saturday, he made his home in Kinnick Stadium’s south end zone. Facing his home-state team, Smith Marsette caught...

Hawkeyes down Scarlet Knights in first Big Ten game

Hawkeyes down Scarlet Knights in first Big Ten game

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 7, 2019

Iowa's earliest Big Ten game ever started with a 58-yard touchdown pass from Nate Stanley to Ihmir Smith-Marsette, and it didn't slow down after. The Hawkeyes dismantled Rutgers on both sides of the...

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.

Week 2 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Rutgers

Pete Ruden and Robert Read September 7, 2019

Hawkeye defense posts stellar showing against the pass Iowa finished the first half on a roll through the air on offense, but it was even better on the other side of the ball. The Hawkeyes allowed...

Iowa football helmets line the sidelines during a game against Purdue University on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes 24 to 15. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Merriweather expected to miss Rutgers game

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 7, 2019

Hawkeye free safety Kaevon Merriweather will not play in Iowa's game against Rutgers on Saturday after getting hurt in practice, according to Iowa radio. Merriweather's injury takes Iowa's injuries...