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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

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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley talks with offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz during Iowa's game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018.

Hawkeye offense making aerial strides

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor December 12, 2018

In former Hawkeye offensive coordinator Greg Davis’ final game at the helm, Iowa produced just 226 yards of offense in its 30-3 loss to Florida in the 2017 Outback Bowl. Iowa’s ground game did what...

Iowa players rush on the field before the Iowa vs. Nebraska game on Friday, November 23, 2018. Iowa defeated the Huskers 31-28.

On The Line: Bowl Edition

December 12, 2018

Iowa vs. No. 18 Mississippi State Adam Hensley (Pregame Editor, 35-25): Mississippi State - I’m going to get a bulldog once I graduate. Pete Ruden (Sports Editor, 38-22): Mississippi State - I...

Iowa State quarterback Kyle Kempt gets sacked by Iowa linebacker Nick Niemann during the Iowa/Iowa State football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 13-3.

Iowa football report cards: Linebackers

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor December 11, 2018

Linebackers: B One of the biggest questions surrounding Hawkeye football entering the season narrowed in on the linebackers. After three-year starters Josey Jewell, Ben Niemann, and Bo Bower graduated,...

Iowa running back Mehki Sargent carries the ball during the Iowa vs. Nebraska game on Friday, November 23, 2018. Iowa defeated the Huskers 31-28.

Iowa football report card: Running backs

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor December 11, 2018

Running backs: B- This season featured a running-back carousel — head coach Kirk Ferentz flirted with three different starting tailbacks throughout the season — but in the last two games, Mekhi Sargent...

Iowa offensive lineman Keegan Render waits at the line of scrimmage during the Iowa/Maryland homecoming football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 23-0.

Iowa football report card: Offensive line

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor December 10, 2018

Offensive Line: B Death, taxes, and Iowa’s running game being effective. The Hawkeyes’ ground attack posted some impressive performances with a breakout game here and there, and it posted better numbers...

Iowa defensive lineman A.J. Epenesa returns a fumble for a touchdown during Iowa's game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 63-0.

Iowa football report card: Defensive line

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor December 10, 2018

Defensive Line: A+ Well, this one was a no-brainer. Iowa’s defensive line wreaked havoc on opposing offensive lines week after week, and the numbers back it up — the Hawkeyes averaged nearly 3 sacks...

Former Hawkeye George Kittle nearly breaks NFL record

Former Hawkeye George Kittle nearly breaks NFL record

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor December 9, 2018

Former Iowa and current San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle nearly broke an NFL record in the 49ers' win over the Denver Broncos Sunday - in one half. In the first half on San Francisco's victory,...

Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson scores on a fake field goal during Iowa's game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

Iowa football’s Hockenson named Walter Camp All-American

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor December 6, 2018

Hawkeye tight end T.J. Hockenson's accolade list just keeps on growing. On Friday evening, the sophomore was named to the 2018 Walter Camp All-America Second Team by Walter Camp Foundation. Hockenson...

Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson walks back onto the field after an incomplete pass 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.

Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson wins John Mackey Award

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor December 5, 2018

Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson kept his award streak going Wednesday, winning the 2018 John Mackey Award, which is given to the top tight end in the nation. Hockenson is the second Hawkeye to win the...

Iowa linebacker Aaron Mends blocks Maryland punt kicker Nicolas Pritchard as he attempts a punt return during the game against Maryland in Kinnick Stadium on Oct. 31, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins to stay undefeated, 31-15. (The Daily Iowan/Alyssa Hitchcock)

Iowa linebacker Mends to pursue graduate transfer

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor December 3, 2018

Hawkeye linebacker Aaron Mends is planning to pursue a graduate transfer to continue his career, he tweeted Monday. Mends was set to be a starter for an inexperienced linebacker corps heading into the...

Iowa forward Tyler Cook jumps for the rebound during Iowa's game against Wisconsin at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on November 30, 2018. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Badgers 72-66.

Iowa men’s basketball looks to move on after first loss

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor December 2, 2018

Iowa basketball was a tale of two teams last week. When the Hawkeyes took on Pittsburgh on Nov. 27, they held their own and stepped up when the game went down to the wire en route to a 69-68 victory over...