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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 head coach Kirk Ferentz paces the sidelines during a game against Northern Iowa at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers 38–14.

Hawkeye football’s ‘New Kirk’ aggressive approach has sparked excitement

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor November 8, 2018

The term “New Kirk” has taken Iowa football and its fans by storm, because newfound aggressive tactics have given the program an edge. On Oct. 6, Iowa’s field-goal unit went out onto the field and...

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa looks to throw against Louisville during the Camping World Kickoff at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Florida., on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel/TNS)

Point-Counterpoint: Who will win the Heisman Trophy?

November 6, 2018

Tua Tagovailoa With just a few weeks left in the regular season, the Heisman Trophy contenders continue to dwindle down as Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has started to pull away from the pack. His...

Iowa tight end Noah Fantasias runs toward the end zone. 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.

Hawkeye football flushing the Boilermaker loss

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 6, 2018

Iowa’s gut-punch loss to Purdue essentially knocked it out of the race for the Big Ten West, barring a mathematical miracle, but there are still three games left, and, including a bowl game, the Hawkeyes...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz watch the game during Iowa's game at Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018.

With the Big Ten Tournament out of reach, what is the next step for Hawkeye football?

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 6, 2018

Now what? Iowa football sits at 6-3, in fourth place in the Big Ten West behind Northwestern, Wisconsin, and Purdue. The Hawkeyes had a prime shot at taking control of the Big Ten West, but a loss to...

Iowa punter Colten Rastetter punts the ball away during the season opener against Wyoming on Saturday, Sep. 2, 2017. The Hawkeyes went on to defeat the Cowboys, 24-3. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeye football’s Colten Rastetter named to Ray Guy Award list

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 5, 2018

Nine games into his bounce-back campaign, Iowa punter Colten Rastetter has been named to the Ray Guy Award final candidate list. Rastetter is averaging 40.9 yards per punt, 3.1 yards more per kick than...

Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent scores a touchdown during the Iowa/Purdue game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 38-36, with a last second field goal.

Football grades for Iowa-Purdue

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 5, 2018

Offense: B Well, Iowa finally moved the ball with consistency, something it wasn't able to do against Penn State a week earlier. Nate Stanley threw for 275 yards and a touchdown, plus he added another...

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.

Hawkeye offense shows improvement in loss to Boilermakers

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor November 5, 2018

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Iowa didn’t get the result it wanted in its 38-36 loss to Purdue Nov. 3 and likely knocked itself out of Big Ten Championship contention, but there are still some positives to...

Purdue wide receiver Isaac Zico scores a touchdown 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.

Hensley: ‘What ifs’ will haunt the 2018 Hawkeye football team

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 5, 2018

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz was frustrated after Iowa’s loss to Purdue. He used the word “frustrated” five times, if we’re counting. The players were frustrated, too, as expected. “It’s...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws a pass during the Iowa/Purdue game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 38-36, with a last second field goal.

Hawkeyes fall to Boilermakers, hurting Big Ten Championship hopes

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor November 3, 2018

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Iowa walked into Ross-Ade Stadium trying to bounce back from its disappointing 30-24 loss at Penn State a week ago. Instead, the Hawkeyes were smacked in the mouth from the...

Iowa defensive back Julius Brents tackles Purdue wide receiver Isaac Zico in the end zone during the Iowa/Purdue game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 38-36, with a last second field goal.

Defense, not offense, derails Hawkeyes against Boilermakers

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 3, 2018

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Purdue head coach Jeff Brohm and his staff did something no team has been able to do so far this season: expose Iowa’s defense. The Hawkeyes entered the Nov. 3 contest with...

Iowa running back Ivory-Kelly Martin (21) scores a touchdown during the Iowa/Purdue game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. on Saturday, November 3, 2018. The Boilermakers lead the Hawkeyes 21-17 at halftime. (Katina Zentz)

Halftime reactions – Iowa vs. Purdue

November 3, 2018

Purdue's offense is rolling. WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - Iowa’s defense has been its strength all season. If the Hawkeyes get into an offensive funk, the defense has consistently been there to put the fire...