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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and Nebraska head coach Scott Frost speak before the Iowa vs. Nebraska game on Friday, Nov. 23, 2018. Iowa defeated the Huskers 31-28.

Hensley: Cold winter for Nebraska, warm bowl game for Iowa

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 25, 2018

Well, my last game from the Kinnick press box has come and passed. And let me tell you, that was a good one. It took 12 games, but Iowa finally showed a clutch gene (on offense, at least), and it came...

Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during Iowa's game against Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 23, 2018.

Iowa’s run game exploded with potential against Nebraska

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor November 25, 2018

In the past two weeks, Iowa’s running backs have stepped up in a big way to change the narrative about the running game. Against Northwestern on Nov. 10, Iowa collected only 64 yards in four quarters....

Defensive holes force last-second victory

Defensive holes force last-second victory

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor November 23, 2018

A walk-off redemption field goal off the foot of Miguel Recinos closed out Iowa’s regular season at Kinnick Stadium with a 31-28 win over Nebraska. After missing a field goal that would have sent...

Iowa kicker Miguel Recinos kicks a field goal as time expires during Iowa's game against Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, November 23, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskers 31-28.

Recinos’ game-winner sends Huskers packing

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 23, 2018

With a chance to extend its lead to 11 points over Nebraska in the fourth quarter, Iowa sent out kicker Miguel Recinos for a 37-yard attempt. Recinos, who entered the game having made 14 of his 18 attempts...

Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during Iowa's game against Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 23, 2018.

Halftime reactions – Iowa vs. Nebraska

November 23, 2018

Iowa's defense got better as the half went on. After giving up points on Nebraska's first two drives, Iowa's defense came up big on its third outing of the game. Back-to-back sacks by A.J. Epenesa...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks out of the tunnel before the Iowa/Nebraska football game in Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 56-14. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Huskers, Hawkeyes clash in Black Friday battle

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 23, 2018

After Iowa’s 63-0 win over Illinois last week, ESPNs Kyle Bonagura and Mitch Sherman projected the Hawkeyes to play in the San Diego Credit Union Holiday Bowl on New Year’s Eve. As of now, the Hawkeyes...

Iowa players take the field before Iowa's game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois, on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 63-0.

On The Line – Week 13

November 21, 2018

Nebraska at Iowa Adam Hensley (Pregame Editor, 32-23): Iowa – Jalen Foster said he can't wait to beat Iowa. File that under "things that won't happen." Pete Ruden (Sports Editor, 35-20): Iowa – Lol...

Iowa offensive linemen Tristian Wirfs warms up during a summer camp practice at the outdoor practice facility on Monday, Aug. 7, 2017.

One-on-one with Hawkeye lineman Tristan Wirfs

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor November 21, 2018

Daily Iowan: If you could switch lives with any TV or movie character, who would it be? Tristan Wirfs: That’s tough. I’d probably go Jim from “The Office.” “The Office” is my favorite show....

Nebraska quarterback Tanner Lee is sacked by Iowa defensive ends Parker Hesse and Anthony Nelson during Iowa's game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 24, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 56-14.

By the numbers: Nebraska

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter November 21, 2018

As the Thanksgiving turkey cools and the shopping frenzy begins, Iowa prepares for its final regular-season matchup against Nebraska. The Huskers (4-7, 3-5 Big Ten) lead the overall series between the...

Nebraska head coach Scott Frost addresses the media at Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago on Monday, July 23, 2018.

College football Week 13: A fight for the Big Ten East

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 21, 2018

Big Ten Power Rankings 1) Michigan (10-1): Oh, the places you’ll go (with a capable quarterback). 2) Ohio State (10-1): Always keep your text receipts, Urban. 3) Penn State (8-3): Put this team...

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Iowa lineman balances football and family with newborn twins at home

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor November 21, 2018

On Sept. 7, Dalton Ferguson’s life changed forever. In the early hours of the morning before Iowa’s home matchup against Iowa State, the lineman got just two hours of sleep around the premature birth...