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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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Iowa players hold the "Floyd of Rosedale" trophy after  their game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, October 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 48-31.

Iowa’s offense, defense come out swinging for the Pig

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor October 6, 2018

MINNEAPOLIS — The 44-degree kickoff temperature didn’t cool down Iowa football on either side of the ball in its 48-31 battle for Floyd of Rosedale against Minnesota. Iowa’s defense set the tone...

Iowa linebacker Jack Hockaday is helped off the field during Iowa’s game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 48-31.

Jack Hockaday injury update

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 6, 2018

MINNEAPOLIS — Starting Iowa middle linebacker Jack Hockaday exited Iowa’s 48-31 win over Minnesota early on Oct. 6 with a left-knee problem. “It’s not good,” head coach Kirk Ferentz said....

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley steps into a throw during Iowa's game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, October 6, 2018.

Stanley and Company feast on Gopher secondary

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 6, 2018

MINNEAPOLIS — On Oct. 2, the Hawkeyes stressed they wanted a fast start against Minnesota. On Oct. 6, that’s just what they got, and it came via the arm of quarterback Nate Stanley in a 48-31 victory. Iowa...

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

Iowa spoils Minnesota’s Homecoming, 48-31

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 6, 2018

MINNEAPOLIS — The Floyd of Rosedale will stay in the Hawkeye football complex for at least one more season. The Hawkeyes took down the Gophers, 48-31, to earn win No. 4 of 2018 on Oct. 6, and Minnesota...

Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson celebrates after catching a touchdown pass during Iowa's game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018.

Halftime reactions – Iowa vs. Minnesota

Adam Hensley and Anna Kayser October 6, 2018

Iowa's passing game is streaking right now. MINNEAPOLIS — Well, I’m not sure I expected Iowa’s passing attack to come out as it did against Minnesota, but here we are. Nate Stanley has been on...

Iowa defensive back Michael Ojemudia breaks up a pass during Iowa's game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 13-3.

Hawkeye football starting two freshman cornerbacks against Minnesota

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 6, 2018

MINNEAPOLIS — Iowa will be without its pair of starting cornerbacks in the Oct. 6 game against Minnesota. Michael Ojemudia and Matt Hankins will not play against the Gophers. Instead, the Hawkeyes...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley drops back during Iowa's game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 1, 2018. during Iowa's game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 33-7.

Iowa hunts for turnovers against Minnesota

Jordan Zuniga, Football Reporter October 4, 2018

After a week off, Iowa football is back; however, for the first time this season, it won’t play in Kinnick. This week, the Hawkeyes (3-1, 0-1 Big Ten) will fire up the buses and head north to take on...

Iowa's Keegan Render prepares to snap the ball during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes, 28-17.

On The Line – Week 6

October 4, 2018

Iowa at Minnesota Adam Hensley (Pregame Editor, 13-7): Iowa - I bet Minnesota would trade one of its 10,000 lakes for a Super Bowl win. Pete Ruden (Sports Editor, 13-7): Iowa - Minnesota is just...

Iowa defensive lineman Matt Nelson is seen on the line of scrimmage during the game at Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017.

Matt Nelson: Chasing quarterbacks and medical-school dreams

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 4, 2018

Matt Nelson isn’t just a central piece in one of the country’s best defensive lines — he’s a smart and driven biology and human physics major who spent his summers in the classroom and a UI research...

Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin carries the ball during Iowa's game against Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 28-17.

College Football Week 6: Nebraska falls to bottom of Big Ten

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor October 4, 2018

Big Ten Power Rankings 1) Ohio State (5-0): Dwayne Haskins? Yup. Win over Penn State? Yup. Playoff bound? Yup. 2) Penn State (4-1): One play call away from being No. 1 on my coveted power rankings. 3)...

Minnesota running back Rodney Smith gets tackled by Iowa linebacker Josey Jewell and Jake Gervase during an Iowa/Minnesota football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 17-10.

By the numbers: Minnesota Gophers

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor October 4, 2018

Iowa goes on the road for the first time in the 2018 season to face a Minnesota team that has had more luck than anything. The Gophers opened up their season by sweeping their nonconference slate against...

Iowa cornerback Michael Ojemudia tackles Michigan State wide receiver Felton Davis during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday Sept. 30, 2017. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 17-10.

One-on-one with Hawkeye cornerback Michael Ojemudia

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter October 4, 2018

DI: Does pineapple belong on pizza? Ojemudia: Yes, I actually always put pineapple on pizza. People hate me for that, but yeah.   DI: What your go-to sports game? Michael Ojemudia: FIFA, definitely...