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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley throws under pressure during Iowa's game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 13-3.

Hawkeye offense falters in Cy-Hawk win

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter September 9, 2018

On Sept. 8, Iowa (2-0) won a tough game against in-state rival Iowa State (0-1) to keep the Cy-Hawk Trophy in the Hawkeye football complex for a fourth-straight year. The 13-3 Hawkeye victory came despite...

VIDEO: Top three plays vs. Iowa State

September 8, 2018

Iowa defeated Iowa State, 13-3, in the annual Cy-Hawk game. Here are the top-three plays of the game:

Defense leads Iowa in rivalry win

Jordan Zuniga, Football Reporter September 8, 2018

Last season, Iowa and Iowa State traded offensive blows, putting up gaudy numbers, ending in a 44-41 overtime victory for Iowa. In this season’s Cy-Hawk game, the defenses got their revenge — the...

Iowa center Keegan Render and teammates carry the Cy-Hawk trophy off the field after Iowa's game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 8, 2018.  The Hawkeyes defeated the cyclones 13-3.

Heroic defense, timely offense spark Iowa against Iowa State

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor September 8, 2018

Make it four in a row. On Sept. 8, Iowa (2-0) made sure the Cy-Hawk Trophy stayed put in Iowa City, taking down Iowa State (0-1), 13-3. The win was a complete 180 from last season’s 44-41 overtime...

Hawkeyes take down Cyclones, 13-3

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor September 8, 2018

For the fourth year in a row, Iowa took down Iowa State, this time knocking off the Cyclones, 13-3, in a defensive showdown in Kinnick on Sept. 8. Iowa’s defense held the Cyclones to 188 yards in the...

Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during Iowa's game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 8, 2018.  The score is tied at the half 3-3.

Halftime reactions – Iowa State vs. Iowa

Adam Hensley and Jordan Zuniga September 8, 2018

Iowa’s offense isn’t helping the cause. Iowa’s first-half offense against Iowa State looks pretty similar to what Hawkeye fans saw against Northern Illinois in the first half. Twice, Iowa...

Iowa's Ivory Kelly-Martin sheds a tackle from NIU's Kyle Pugh during the Iowa/NIU football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 33-7.

Ivory Kelly-Martin out against Iowa State

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor September 8, 2018

Iowa will be without its starting running back when it kicks things off against Iowa State at 4 p.m. Sept. 8. Ivory Kelly-Martin, who tweaked his ankle late in Iowa’s win against Northern Illinois...

Iowa State wide receiver Hakeem Butler celebrates a touchdown during the Iowa/Iowa State game for the Cy-Hawk trophy in Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 44-41, in overtime.

Hensley: Thank you, Iowa State, for being relevant

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor September 6, 2018

Well, well, well. Here we are again. The annual Cy-Hawk football game. In years past, I haven’t been the biggest fan of this game. Sure, an in-state rivalry that’s often full of close games can be...

Iowa State players take to the field during the Iowa/Iowa State game for the Cy-Hawk trophy in Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 44-41, in overtime.

Cy-Hawk rivalry has major implications for both sides

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor September 6, 2018

For the 66th time in history, in-state rivals Iowa and Iowa State will compete for the chance at yearlong bragging rights and the chance to hoist the Cy-Hawk Trophy. With the rise of Iowa State’s program...

Iowa's Ivory Kelly-Martin sheds a tackle from NIU's Kyle Pugh during the Iowa/NIU football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 33-7.

One-on-one with Hawkeye running back Ivory Kelly-Martin

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor September 6, 2018

Daily Iowan: If someone hands you the AUX, who do you play? Ivory Kelly-Martin: I’m really big into rap. Chief Keef is my go-to, no matter what time of day it is. DI: Who is the most overrated person...

Iowa running back Mehki Sargent carries the ball during Iowa's game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 33-7.

On The Line – Week 2

September 6, 2018

Iowa State vs. Iowa Adam Hensley (Pregame Editor, 3-2): Iowa - Iowa State has never won 10 games in a season. Ever. Pete Ruden (Sports Editor, 3-2): Iowa- Isn't it ironic that the Cyclones cancelled...

Iowa linebacker Ben Niemann trips up Ohio State running back Mike Weber during the Iowa/Ohio State football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes in a storming fashion, 55-24. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

College football Week 1: A Big Ten Roast

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor September 6, 2018

Power Rankings 1) Ohio State (1-0): 77 points, 42 in the first half. Come on. 2) Wisconsin (1-0):  I’m going to say this every week leading up to its appearance at Kinnick. Wisconsin is good. 3)...