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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 tight end Noah Fant breaks free from an attempted tackle by Purdue cornerback Kenneth Major during the Iowa/Purdue game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. on Saturday, November 3, 2018. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes 38-36.

Hockenson, Fant draw early NFL buzz

Robert Read, Sports Reporter June 24, 2019

Former Iowa tight ends T.J. Hockenson and Noah Fant are not even into their first NFL training camps yet, but both have already generated some buzz. For the Detroit Lions, Hockenson put together a highlight...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws on the run during Iowa's game against Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, October 13, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 42-16.

DI Film Room: Breaking down Nate Stanley’s best game of 2018

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor June 19, 2019

Things were looking up for Iowa when it traveled to Bloomington, Indiana, on Oct. 13, 2018. The Hawkeyes were fresh off a 48-31 road win over Minnesota and entered the game with a 4-1 record. Then,...

Hawkeyes on doorstep of College Football Hall of Fame

Hawkeyes on doorstep of College Football Hall of Fame

Robert Read, Sports Reporter June 18, 2019

The National Football Foundation recently announced the 2020 College Football Hall of Fame nominees, and Hawkeye fans will be nostalgic at the sight of the Iowa candidates. Dallas Clark, Tim Dwight,...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley (4) drops back to pass during a game against Northwestern University on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 14-10.

Stanley aiming for success with Martin addition

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor June 18, 2019

Oliver Martin has only been at Iowa for a short time, but his effect has been noticeable. Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley compared the new Hawkeye with former slot receiver Nick Easley, who signed as...

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.

Iowa working to develop depth at wide receiver

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor June 12, 2019

Just two years ago, Iowa entered a season in which only one wide receiver had caught a pass for the Black and Gold. Iowa found little depth behind Matt VandeBerg. Nick Easley hadn’t played at the...

A Hawkeye spirit squad member waves an "I" flag after a touchdown during Iowa's game against Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, November 23, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskers, 31-28.

Hawkeye football officially adds three wide receivers

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor June 11, 2019

Iowa football has added three wide receivers to its roster, head coach Kirk Ferentz announced Tuesday. The Hawkeyes officially added Michigan transfer and former Iowa City West standout Oliver Martin....

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.

Oliver Martin to transfer to Iowa

Pete Mills, Assistant Sports Editor June 10, 2019

Former Michigan wide receiver and Iowa City West standout Oliver Martin has committed to Iowa, according to a report from Hawkeye Nation's Rob Howe. The move has been widely anticipated for several...

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

Oliver Martin leaves Michigan, enters NCAA transfer portal

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor June 5, 2019

After missing on former Iowa City West High wide receiver Oliver Martin during the first round of recruitment, Iowa might get another chance. Martin has left Michigan and entered the NCAA transfer portal,...

Iowa's Toren Young attempts to stop Iowa State's D'Andre Payne's tackle during the Iowa/Iowa State football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 13-3.

Cy-Hawk Series extended through 2025

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor June 4, 2019

The annual Iowa-Iowa State football game isn't going anywhere soon. The University of Iowa and Iowa State University extended the contract for the Cy-Hawk Series football game to make sure both sides...

Former Iowa kicker Nate Kaeding talks with Big Ten's Michelle McMahon during the Big Ten Network tailgate live show before the Iowa/Ohio State football game in Hubbard Park on the University of Iowa campus on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. The Hawkeyes will hope to defeat the Buckeyes for the first time since 2004. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Minnesota Vikings hire former Hawkeye Kaeding as kicking consultant

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor May 30, 2019

Former Iowa kicker Nate Kaeding has made a living in Iowa City, but he will now spend more time in Minneapolis. Because of a lack of stability at kicker, the Minnesota Vikings recently hired Kaeding...

A Hawkeye spirit squad member waves an "I" flag after a touchdown during Iowa's game against Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, November 23, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskers, 31-28.

Official Hawkeye football Twitter account suspended

Marissa Payne, Editor-in-Chief May 18, 2019

You won't hear a tweet from two Iowa sports teams for the time being — at least not via their Twitter accounts. The verified Hawkeye football Twitter account has been suspended as of Friday. It...

Iowa defensive lineman AJ Epenesa celebrates after scoring a touchdown on a fumble return during Iowa's game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, IL, on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 63-0.

Epenesa earns spot on Lott IMPACT Trophy Watch List

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor May 17, 2019

Iowa defensive end A.J. Epenesa has been named to the Lott IMPACT Trophy Watch List, which honors the nation’s best defensive player. Epenesa led the Big Ten with 10.5 sacks last season, which was...