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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 quarterback Cade McNamara throws the ball for practice drills during Kid’s Day at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024. Iowa football players signed autographs for young fans and held an open practice on the Kinnick field.

Column | Kids’ Day at Kinnick practice exposes quarterback quandary between McNamara and Sullivan

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 10, 2024

Was there punting? Yep. Was there running? Oh yeah. Was there excitement? Just look at the three boys in the stands waving their shirts overhead. In what has become an annual tradition, Hawkeye fans...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara running drills during a spring football practice at the Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 20, 2024.

Five things to watch for at Iowa’s Kids Day at Kinnick

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 10, 2024

Compared to its annual spring practice, Iowa football’s open session on Kids Day at Kinnick proves to be far more valuable for curious fans. With just a matter of weeks before the Hawkeyes open up...

Iowa offensive coordinator Tim Lester answers questions from the media during the Iowa football media day on Friday, August 9, 2024.

Iowa Football Media Day Notebook | How new offense reshapes receivers and offensive line play

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 10, 2024

For Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz, success on offense is a simple equation – quarterback plus offensive line equals points on the board. While that may seem obvious, the Hawkeyes suffered a rash of...

Kinnick Stadium is seen before the Iowa football Media Day on Friday, August 9, 2024.

Iowa announces new security system for Kinnick Stadium and Carver-Hawkeye Arena

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor August 9, 2024

Football season is just around the corner in Iowa City, and Iowa Athletics is prioritizing security this fall.  Beginning with the 2024 season, all gates into Kinnick Stadium will be equipped with...

Maryland head coach Michael Locksley speaks at a press conference during the final day of Big Ten Football Media Days  at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Wednesday, July 25, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Oregon, Maryland. Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, and Washington answered questions from the media. Locksley led the Terrapins to a 8-5 record for the 2023 season.

Michael Locksley, Brian Ferentz, and Grandma’s chocolate chip cookie recipe

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 26, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS -- For Maryland head coach Michael Locksley, expanding the room is never something to shy away from. Whether that’s hiring more minority head coaches such as Michigan’s Sherrone Moore,...

Minnesota Running Back Darius Taylor speaks with media during the final day of Big Ten Football Media Days  at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Oregon, Maryland. Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, and Washington answered questions from the media.

Big Ten Football Media Days Notebook | Washington seeks unity, Maryland dreams big, Minnesota collaborates offensively

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 25, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS -- As a former Pac-12 school, Washington touched down at Lucas Oil Stadium as an unfamiliar foe, but the Huskies might also question their reflection as they arrive in Indianapolis as...

Northwestern quarterback Brendan Sullivan prepares to throw the ball during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Sullivan caught 12 completions on 19 attempts. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa’s Brendan Sullivan’s competitive spirit and determination leave indelible mark

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 24, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS – Quarterback Brendan Sullivan left Northwestern behind for Big Ten foe Iowa this offseason, but he didn’t leave any bad blood or resentment with the Wildcats. Rather, Sullivan’s...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks with media during day two of Big Ten Football Media Day at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Iowa, UCLA, USC, Michigan State, Nebraska, and Penn State answered questions from the media.

Big Ten Football Media Days Notebook | Kirk Ferentz optimistic with Iowa’s options at receiver, offensive line, cornerback

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 24, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS – The black and blue inside Lucas Oil Stadium received a splash of gold Wednesday when Kirk Ferentz, his tie, and the Iowa Hawkeyes strolled in for Big Ten Football Media Days. Ferentz,...

Big Ten comissioner Tony Pettiti speaks at a press conference during day one of Big Ten Football Media day  at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Pettiti recognized Iowa Women’s Basketball for their achievements throughout the season during the press conference.

Big Ten Football Media Day Notebook | Tony Petitti talks conference expansion, new replay review center

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 23, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS -- In what has become an annual summer tradition, local and national media members unite at Lucas Oil Stadium for Big Ten Football Media Days. This time around, plenty of extra seats lined...

Rylee Pierson and Andrew Carter play each other on the new EA Sports College Football 25 video game at the McDonald Hughes Center in Tuscaloosa.

“Back in the Game”: An Iowa football fan guide to EA Sports College Football 25

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 23, 2024

After 11 years of eager waiting, Iowa football fans can finally celebrate the anticipated return of the EA Sports College Football series to the market. The series was placed on hiatus following...

Oct, 1986; Unknown location, USA; FILE PHOTO; Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Hayden Fry on the sidelines during the 1986 season

What If? | Iowa football’s disappointing loss in the 1986 Rose Bowl

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 23, 2024

1985 was a milestone year for the Iowa football program under seven-year head coach Hayden Fry. The Hawkeyes climbed to No. 1 in the AP Poll for just the second time in team history after a dominating...

Iowa quarteback Brad Banks drops back for a pass during the spring game at Kinnick Stadium on April 20, 2002.

What If? | Iowa football’s painful loss to Iowa State in 2002

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 16, 2024

The 2001 season marked a turning point for the Iowa Hawkeye football program under head coach Kirk Ferentz. Iowa had only won four combined games during Ferentz’s first two seasons. The Hawkeyes...