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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

The Iowa football team walks onto the field before a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

On the Line | The Daily Iowan’s band of football writers choose a slate of Week 3 games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 13, 2024

Troy @ Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (6-6): Iowa – We can finally say we beat an Alabama school with red uniforms.  Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor (8-4): Iowa –The masses are hoping...

Iowa fullback Hayden Large carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half.

Iowa fullback Hayden Large takes Division I college football in stride

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 12, 2024

Iowa fullback Hayden Large hadn’t taken a handoff since 2018. He was a junior in high school back then, helping Unity Christian win a Michigan state title, rushing for 1,300 yards and 12 touchdowns...

Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule answers questions from the 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.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 3 of the college football season

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 12, 2024

Power Rankings  Ohio State – They are by far the most complete team in the conference right now.  USC – Believe it or not, the Trojan defense pitched a shutout last week.  Oregon...

Mya Gilchrist poses for a portrait with her family on Aug. 10, 2024.

Kid Captain Mya Gilchrist cheers on Iowa after 18 years of UIHC treatments for a brainstem tumor

Kate Perez, Senior Reporter September 12, 2024

For 18-year-old Mya Gilchrist, the title of Kid Captain has been a long time coming. Mya, who hails from Center Point, Iowa, has applied to be a Kid Captain multiple times over the last decade,...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s matchup against Troy

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 12, 2024

1. Damien Taylor  While Troy did lose its top rusher and last year’s Sun Belt Conference’s Offensive Player of the Year Kimani Vidal to the NFL Draft, the Trojans have another potent back in...

Iowa wide receiver Reece Vander Zee runs past Iowa State defense during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half.

Iowa football’s Reece Vander Zee is a reflection of his environment, flashing potential in a starting role

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor September 12, 2024

While 6-foot-4, 207-pound Iowa wide receiver Reece Vander Zee towers over those lining up against him, he prioritizes respect around others. Hailing from Rock Rapids, Iowa, Vander Zee is a reflection...

Kinnick Stadium is seen during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Iowa football scouting report | Troy

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 10, 2024

Following a devastating home loss to Iowa State, the Iowa football team looks to rebound at Kinnick Stadium against the Troy Trojans, who enter the contest with an 0-2 record. The Trojans entered...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half.

Iowa football offense shows flashes of a new look, indications of the same old

Colin Votzmeyer and Brad Schultz September 10, 2024

Where the Iowa football offense looks promising at one moment, it resembles the past at others. The offense bore the brunt of the criticism from the college football world throughout the 2023 season,...

Iowa punter Tory Taylor acknowledges fans after a football game between Iowa and Illinois at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Taylor punted for 413 total yards, averaging 51.6 per play. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 15-13.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 1

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter September 10, 2024

NFL football is officially back. There are 27 former Hawkeyes rostered on NFL teams, including four rookies. Of those four rookies, Chicago Bears punter Tory Taylor was the only one who really made...

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

Iowa football notebook | Hawkeyes look back on 2002 season, remain confident in preparation for Troy

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 10, 2024

Iowa football has been in this spot before. After an easy win against a non-Power Five school, the Hawkeyes succumb to a second-half collapse against rival Iowa State at Kinnick, finding themselves...

Fans, coaches, and staff watch Iowa State kicker Kyle Konrardy attempt the game-winning field goal during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19. Konrardy sealed the game winning 54-yard field goal with six seconds left.

Column | Before the late-game heroics, Iowa football needs to remember the mistakes that led to them

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 8, 2024

What does Iowa football’s 20-19 loss to Iowa State Saturday have in common with Game 1 of the 1988 World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Oakland Athletics? The answer is simple, but...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. Johnson rushed for 187 yards and had two touchdowns. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Kaleb Johnson keeping perspective after big game in Cy-Hawk loss

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter September 7, 2024

After Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara opened the second half with an interception, ultimately leading to an Iowa State touchdown to cut the Hawkeye lead down to 13-7, running back Kaleb Johnson went...