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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 running back Akrum Wadley cuts back during a game against Purdue on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-15. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

One on one with Akrum Wadley

November 23, 2017

Daily Iowan Sports Editor Adam Hensley caught up with running back Akrum Wadley, a senior from Newark, New Jersey. Daily Iowan: What’s your favorite album of all time? Akrum Wadley: I listen to a lot...

Coaches Paul Chryst, Lovie Smith, Tom Allen, and James Franklin interview with Fox Sports Game Analyst, Joel Klatt, during the Big Ten Football Media Day Luncheon at McCormick Place Conference Center in Chicago on Tuesday, July 25, 2017. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Around the Big Ten: Week 13 Power Rankings

November 23, 2017

1. Wisconsin (11-0) I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again. My Badgers are going to go 12-0, win the Big Ten title, and still not get picked for the playoffs. It’s not fair. 2. Ohio State (9-2)...

Iowa defensive lineman Nathan Bazata poses for a portrait during Iowa Football Media Day on Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

They said it: Iowa football commentary

November 23, 2017

By Courtney Baumann [email protected] Josh Jackson, defensive back On being named a Thorpe Award finalist: “It"s cool to be added to the list. It was a goal that I had at the beginning...

Nebraska quarterback Tanner Lee looks to make a pass Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017 in State College, Pa. Penn State won over Nebraska 56-44. (Abby Drey/Cetre Daily Times/TNS)

By the numbers: Nebraska

November 23, 2017

This season has Nebraska fans yearning for the glory days. By Pete Ruden [email protected] It’s been a down year for Nebraska, and Cornhusker fans are missing the 1990s more than ever. Nebraska,...

Iowa offensive line Boone Myers celebrates Nick Easley's touchdown during the game between Iowa and Penn State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes, 21-19. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Myers, Boettger deal with being sidelined senior season

November 23, 2017

The senior years of O-linemen Ike Boettger and Boone Myers took some unforeseen curves. By Courtney Baumann [email protected] This season didn’t go quite how Boone Myers and Ike Boettger...

Fans at Kinnick wave to the children and their families at the UI Stead Family Children's Hospital in Iowa City Saturday, Sep. 23, 2017. (Paxton Corey/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football program awarded Disney Sports Spirit Award

November 20, 2017

The Iowa football program has been selected by Walt Disney World to receive the 2017 Disney Sports Spirit Award for starting the “Kinnick Wave.” It is the first time the Hawkeye program has been...

Iowa linebacker Josey Jewell celebrates after getting a sack with teammate Parker Hesse during the Iowa/Purdue football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-15. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Jewell named Lott IMPACT Trophy National Player of the Week

November 20, 2017

Josey Jewell’s play against Purdue on Nov. 18 earned him yet another honor — Lott IMPACT Trophy National Player of the Week. It is the second time this season Jewell has received the award. The...

Iowa Defensive Back Josh Jackson breaks up a pass during a game against Purdue University on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Josh Jackson named finalist for Jim Thorpe Award

Adam Hensley, [email protected] November 20, 2017

Hawkeye football defensive back Josh Jackson was named a finalist for the Jim Thorpe Award, an honor given to the country’s best defensive back, on Nov. 20. Jackson was not named to the semifinalist...

Iowa Quarterback Nate Stanley calls out the defense during a game against Purdue University on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. At halftime, the Hawkeyes lead the Boilermakers 9 to 7. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes searching for offense after Senior Day loss

Adam Hensley, [email protected] November 18, 2017

Iowa’s quest to find its ever-so-elusive offense continued on Nov. 18 in Kinnick in its 24-15 Senior Day loss to Purdue. Picking “up” just where it left off against Wisconsin on Nov. 11, the...

Iowa linebacker Josey Jewell reacts during the Iowa/Purdue football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-15. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Senior Day loss leaves sour taste in Iowa’s mouth

Pete Ruden, [email protected] November 18, 2017

For the second week in a row, Iowa performed poorly, losing this time in Kinnick on Nov. 18 to Purdue, 24-15. The loss comes a week after “racking up” a total of 66 yards on offense in a 38-14...

Iowa line backer Josey Jewell celebrates an interception during the game between Iowa and Penn State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017. Both teams are going into the game undefeated with records of 3-0. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 21-19. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

One last go-around in Kinnick for Iowa seniors

Pete Ruden, [email protected] November 17, 2017

Iowa will face Purdue in Kinnick on Saturday, but it will be more than just a game for the Hawkeye seniors. It will be the last game of their careers in Kinnick, so things will get emotional before...

Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson celebrates after catching a touchdown pass 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)

Hawkeye tight ends thriving this season

Adam Hensley, [email protected] November 17, 2017

“When I was getting recruited, I knew this was the ‘Tight End U.’ ” Tight End U, as T.J. Hockenson and many other players and fans tab Iowa, doesn’t command the typical block-first personnel. Kirk...