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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

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Iowa State quarterback Rocco Becht calls for the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. Brecht passed for 272 yards. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Grading No. 21 Iowa football’s performance against Iowa State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 7, 2024

Passing offense: D-  A pedestrian first-half performance in the passing game became utterly abysmal in the final frame, as quarterback Cade McNamara had only three completions for 19 yards over the...

Iowa State wide receiver Jayden Higgins reacts after scoring a touchdown for Iowa State during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. Higgins had 68 receiving yards and one touchdown. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Iowa football players dissect second-half struggles in loss against Iowa State, admitting pain but taking accountability

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 7, 2024

From a field goal shanked wide left at halftime to a 54-yarder drilled through the uprights with six seconds to go, a lot changed over the final 30 minutes in No. 21 Iowa football’s heartbreaking...

Iowa State players celebrate following 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.

Photos: Iowa vs Iowa State – Cy-Hawk game

Isabella Tisdale and Cody Blissett September 7, 2024

Iowa State defeated No. 21 Iowa, 20-19, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday. Iowa State freshman kicker Kyle Konrardy sealed the game-winning 54-yard field goal with six seconds left. In...

Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins gets tackled by Iowa State linebacker Nick Reinicke following his interception 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.

No. 21 Iowa football collapses in 20-19 loss to Iowa State

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor September 7, 2024

The No. 21 Iowa football team collapsed in a 20-19 loss to Iowa State in this year’s Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series inside Kinnick Stadium on Saturday. After a 20-13 win last season in Ames, the Hawkeyes...

An Iowa State fan poses for a picture before a game between Iowa and Iowa State in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024.

Photos: Tailgate – Iowa football vs. Iowa State

Emma Calabro, Ava Neumaier September 7, 2024

Football fans gathered around Iowa City to tailgate before a football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State on Saturday. Before the game, Both the Hawkeyes’ and the Cyclones’ records sit at 1-0....

Iowa defensive lineman Yahya Black and linebacker Jay Higgins tackle Iowa State running back Abu Sama during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13. Sama rushed for 24 yards.

Live updates | No. 21 Iowa football takes on rival Iowa State in Week 2

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 7, 2024

IOWA CITY – The No. 21 Iowa Hawkeyes host rival Iowa State in the 71st annual Cy-Hawk game Saturday afternoon at Kinnick Stadium. Both squads are coming off resounding victories against FCS foes,...

Iowa wide receiver Jarriette Blue runs to the ball during open practice during Kid’s Day at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024. Iowa football players signed autographs for young fans and held an open practice on the Kinnick field.

One-on-one with Iowa wide receiver Jarriett Buie

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 5, 2024

The Daily Iowan: If you could have any food for the rest of your life, which one would it be?  Jarriett Buie: My grandma makes some mean rice and beans.  How does she make them?  She gets...

Iowa defensive lineman Jeremiah Pittman pushes Illinois State offensive lineman JJ Guedet during a football game between Iowa and Illinois State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds 40-0.

Iowa defensive lineman Jeremiah Pittman evolves from leader to learner

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 5, 2024

Watching from the sidelines, James Pittman knew something was up. It was an autumn day in 2016. His eighth-grade son, Jeremiah, was taking a while to emerge from the postgame handshake line. Jeremiah’s...

Kid Captain Atlas Coleman poses for a portrait during Kid’s Day at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024. Iowa football players signed autographs for young fans and held an open practice on the Kinnick field.

Atlas Coleman experiences being a Kid Captain for himself

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter September 5, 2024

When Stacy Coleman told her seven-year-old son Atlas he was selected to the 2024 Kid Captain roster, there was a celebration complete with “pure joy” and a victory dance.   “There’s not...

Iowa wide receivers Reece Vander Zee and Jacob Gill celebrate during a football game between Iowa and Illinois State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds 40-0.

Iowa starting receiver Jacob Gill brings experience in playmaking and blocking to Hawkeye offense

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor September 5, 2024

In an Iowa football receiver room that is fluctuating amid inexperience and ineligibility, Jacob Gill has been a hopeful target. After three seasons with Northwestern, the 6-foot, 185-pound third-year...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson scores a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Illinois State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds 40-0. Johnson was responsible for two of the teams touchdowns.

Where and when to watch Iowa football battle Iowa State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 5, 2024

No. 21 Iowa football will host rival Iowa State in the 71st annual Cy-Hawk game on Saturday afternoon at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes have taken seven of the last eight matchups, with the only loss...

Iowa State quarterback Rocco Becht throws a pass during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13. Iowa State had possession for 33 minutes and 30 seconds.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s Week 2 matchup against Iowa State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 5, 2024

1. First quarter play  I’m sure everyone inside Kinnick Stadium had a lump in their throat watching the Iowa offense in the opening half against Illinois State. Not throwing to the sticks on third...