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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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Quarterback Nate Stanley throws a pass during Iowa’s game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31. Iowa defeated the Redhawks, 38-14.

Ruden: Stanley’s new weapons take Hawkeye offense to new level

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 2, 2019

Iowa’s 38-14 season-opening win over Miami (Ohio) on Aug. 31 wasn’t the cleanest game the Hawkeyes will play all year.  The RedHawks posted a couple explosive plays to move the ball down the...

Tight end Nate Wieting stands during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Miami (Ohio)

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 2, 2019

Offense: B+ If this was based solely on the second half, the grade would be more in the A-range. Luckily for Iowa, it responded incredibly well to Alaric Jackson’s injury both on the ground and in the...

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)

Iowa football’s Jackson expected to return during season

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 1, 2019

When Hawkeye offensive tackle Alaric Jackson went down with an apparent knee injury against Miami (Ohio) on Saturday, a problem arose as Iowa lost one of its best players on the offensive side of the ball. Luckily...

Iowa offensive lineman Kyler Schott blocks Miami (Ohio) linebacker Myles Reid during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

Iowa offensive line stays strong in wake of Jackson injury

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 1, 2019

One of the worst things that could have happened to Iowa’s offensive line all season happened in the first quarter of the first game. With 4:58 remaining in the first of Iowa’s 38-14 season-opening...

 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...