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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks to the media after 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. With the win Ferentz became the all time winningest coach in program history.

Iowa football notebook | Hawkeyes discuss reaction to Ferentz suspension amid preparation for Illinois State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 27, 2024

From an outside perspective, the Iowa football team should carry some added motivation when they take on Illinois State for the 2024 season opener. That contest against the Redbirds will be head coach...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks to media members during a press conference at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. After the University of Iowa’s Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz said in a statement released on Oct. 30 that she informed offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz that “this is his last season with the program,” Ferentz answered questions from the media about the statement. Ferentz also spoke about Iowa’s game against Northwestern on Nov. 4.

Iowa football’s Kirk Ferentz addresses his one-game suspension amid NCAA Level II recruiting violation

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor August 22, 2024

For the first time since Nov. 21, 1998, Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz will not be on the sidelines coaching the Hawkeyes. The longest-tenured active head coach in the FBS will serve a one-game...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks on the sideline during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 26-0.

Iowa football’s Kirk Ferentz, Jon Budmayr suspended for Hawkeyes’ season opener

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 21, 2024

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and wide receivers coach Jon Budmayr will serve a one-game suspension for a recruiting violation of quarterback Cade McNamara. Scott Dochterman of The Athletic first reported...

Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins and Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro attempt to block a pass by Nebraska quarterback Chubba Purdy during a football game between No. 17 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Friday, Nov. 23, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 13-10.

Iowa football’s Jay Higgins, Sebastian Castro named preseason All-Americans by the Associated Press

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 19, 2024

At the end of the 2023 season, Iowa football’s Jay Higgins and Sebastian Castro were named second and third-team All-Americans, respectively, by the Associated Press. Yet just a matter of months...

The Epenesa family greets Iowa defensive end A.J. Epenesa after the Holiday Bowl game between Iowa and USC at SDCCU Stadium on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 49-24.

Four-star recruit Iose Epenesa continues his family’s legacy, commits to Iowa football

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 15, 2024

The Epenesa bloodline continues to run through Iowa City.  The latest addition comes from Iose, an ESPN 2025 four-star recruit who committed to the Hawkeyes on Thursday. Epenesa, whose father, Eppy,...

Kinnick Stadium is seen 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.

Five takeaways from Iowa football’s Kids’ Day at Kinnick

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter August 10, 2024

Hawkeye fans got their first glimpse of this year’s Iowa football team at Kids’ Day at Kinnick. With the season opener against Illinois State rapidly approaching, here are five takeaways from Saturday’s...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara throws the ball for practice drills 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.

Column | Kids’ Day at Kinnick practice exposes quarterback quandary between McNamara and Sullivan

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 10, 2024

Was there punting? Yep. Was there running? Oh yeah. Was there excitement? Just look at the three boys in the stands waving their shirts overhead. In what has become an annual tradition, Hawkeye fans...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara running drills during a spring football practice at the Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 20, 2024.

Five things to watch for at Iowa’s Kids Day at Kinnick

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 10, 2024

Compared to its annual spring practice, Iowa football’s open session on Kids Day at Kinnick proves to be far more valuable for curious fans. With just a matter of weeks before the Hawkeyes open up...

Iowa offensive coordinator Tim Lester answers questions from the media during the Iowa football media day on Friday, August 9, 2024.

Iowa Football Media Day Notebook | How new offense reshapes receivers and offensive line play

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 10, 2024

For Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz, success on offense is a simple equation – quarterback plus offensive line equals points on the board. While that may seem obvious, the Hawkeyes suffered a rash of...

Kinnick Stadium is seen before the Iowa football Media Day on Friday, August 9, 2024.

Iowa announces new security system for Kinnick Stadium and Carver-Hawkeye Arena

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor August 9, 2024

Football season is just around the corner in Iowa City, and Iowa Athletics is prioritizing security this fall.  Beginning with the 2024 season, all gates into Kinnick Stadium will be equipped with...

Maryland head coach Michael Locksley speaks at a press conference during the final day of Big Ten Football Media Days  at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Wednesday, July 25, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Oregon, Maryland. Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, and Washington answered questions from the media. Locksley led the Terrapins to a 8-5 record for the 2023 season.

Michael Locksley, Brian Ferentz, and Grandma’s chocolate chip cookie recipe

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 26, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS -- For Maryland head coach Michael Locksley, expanding the room is never something to shy away from. Whether that’s hiring more minority head coaches such as Michigan’s Sherrone Moore,...

Minnesota Running Back Darius Taylor speaks with media during the final day of Big Ten Football Media Days  at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Oregon, Maryland. Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, and Washington answered questions from the media.

Big Ten Football Media Days Notebook | Washington seeks unity, Maryland dreams big, Minnesota collaborates offensively

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 25, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS -- As a former Pac-12 school, Washington touched down at Lucas Oil Stadium as an unfamiliar foe, but the Huskies might also question their reflection as they arrive in Indianapolis as...