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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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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 4, 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...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley (4) calls out the coverage during Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, October 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

Hawkeye football seeks to bounce back in Boilermaker country

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 1, 2018

Iowa’s road to Indianapolis is (for now) straight-forward: The Hawkeyes must win out, and Wisconsin must lose at least once in its remaining four contests. Even after the Hawkeyes’ 30-24 loss against...

The Iowa offense Huddles during Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, October 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

On The Line – Week 10

November 1, 2018

No. 19 Iowa at Purdue Adam Hensley (Pregame Editor, 24-16): Iowa - Nate Stanley vs. David Blough, the quarterback battle we’ve all been waiting for. Pete Ruden (Sports Editor, 26-14): Iowa - Iowa...

Family drives Hawkeye football's A.J. Epenesa

Family drives Hawkeye football’s A.J. Epenesa

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter November 1, 2018

On the final day of the Illinois High School Athletic Association All-State discus competition, A.J. Epenesa was in third place after a rough tournament. He had just one throw left to defend his title...

Purdue quarterback David Blough throws the ball during the Iowa v. Purdue football game at Ross–Ade Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016. The Iowa Hawkeyes beat the Purdue Boilermakers 49-35.

By the numbers: Purdue

Pete Ruden, [email protected] November 1, 2018

Purdue has been a hot team in Big Ten play, but it fell to a tough Michigan State squad in East Lansing last weekend. With the Boilermakers and Hawkeyes both coming off losses, the teams need a bounce-back...

Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson trips trying to catch up to an overthrown pass during Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

College football Week 10: Iowa falls to fourth in power rankings

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor November 1, 2018

Big Ten Power Rankings 1) Ohio State (7-1): I’m putting all my money on the Dwayne Haskins experience. 2) Michigan (7-1):  Let’s say Michigan wins the Big Ten. I’m not sure we’re ready for...

Iowa's Colten Rastetter punts during the Iowa/Minnesota football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 17-10, to keep the Floyd of Rosedale trophy.

One-on-one with Hawkeye punter Colten Rastetter

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor November 1, 2018

Daily Iowan: If your teammates could describe you with one word, what do you think it would be and why? Colten Rastetter: Most people call me “Farmer” because I grew up in a small farming community,...

Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson trips trying to catch up to an overthrown pass during Iowa's game against Penn State at Beaver Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 30-24.

Nate Stanley, offense move forward from Penn State loss

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor October 31, 2018

Iowa only has one thing to do, and it needs to do it quickly: fix the problem on offense. Whether this comes from targeting different receivers, using different running backs, or just flat-out going...