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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

The Daily Iowan

Iowa defensive back Josh Jackson breaks up a pass attempt in the end zone during Iowa's game against Penn State at Kinnick Stadium on Sept. 23, 2017. Penn State defeated Iowa 21-19 on a last second touchdown pass. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Josh Jackson making Iowa secondary primary

Pete Ruden, [email protected] November 10, 2017

Josh Jackson’s phenomenal season in his first year as a starter almost never happened. When he came to Iowa, the coaches had an idea for the Corinth, Texas, native: move him to wide receiver, where...

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 11 power rankings

Pete Ruden, [email protected] November 10, 2017

“I just realized how messed up the Big Ten is … it’s really hard to rank.” 1. Wisconsin (9-0) I mean, the Badgers haven’t lost, so I guess I’ll put them here … a game against Iowa,...

Wisconsin head coach Paul Chryst watches the action in the first half against Penn State during the Big Ten championship at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on December 3, 2016. (Sam Riche/TNS)

By the numbers: Wisconsin

Adam Hensley, [email protected] November 10, 2017

Wisconsin is known for smash-mouth football. The Badgers traditionally keep it on the ground, using a power running game, and that’s been the case this season. As a team, Wisconsin averages 245.2...

Iowa's Toren Young celebrates after a run during the game between Iowa and North Texas at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday Sept. 16, 2017. Iowa won 31-14. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Stanley, Young look forward to homecoming

November 9, 2017

Nate Stanley and Toren Young have a big weekend in front of them: heading home to take on No. 6 Wisconsin. By Pete Ruden [email protected]  Nate Stanley and Toren Young have an important task...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley runs with the ball 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. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Brandon Snyder out for the season

November 8, 2017

After playing in only one game this season, safety Brandon Snyder will have a season-ending surgery. By Adam Hensley [email protected] At his weekly press conference, head coach Kirk Ferentz announced...

James Franklin, head coach of Penn State, speaks during Big Ten Football Media Days at McCormick Place Conference Center in Chicago on Tuesday, July 25, 2017. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Looking around the Big Ten

November 8, 2017

Shaking hands, Michigan’s dominant ground attack, and Rutgers’ fourth win of the season captured headlines in Week 10. By Adam Hensley [email protected] Michigan State’s win over Penn State...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley runs with the ball 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. (Lily Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes head back to homeland for Wisconsin

November 8, 2017

Wisconsin Hawkeyes will head back to the home state, the fullbacks are returning to the field more regularly, and Brandon Snyder will return to the surgeons. By Courtney Baumann [email protected] When...

Iowa tight end Noah Fant catches 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)

The numbers behind Iowa’s win over Ohio State

Adam Hensley, [email protected] November 7, 2017

When you have a pair of tight ends like Noah Fant and T.J. Hockenson, you use them. Quarterback Nate Stanley did just that in Iowa’s 55-24 win against Ohio State on Nov. 4. Fant and Hockenson combined...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley points out a linebacker during Iowa's game against Ohio State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes, 55-24. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Nate Stanley key in Hawkeye win against Ohio State

Adam Hensley, [email protected] November 7, 2017

Radio personality Colin Cowherd is on record for tabbing Iowa as the “fake ID” of college football. But during Iowa’s 55-24 win over No. 3 Ohio State, Cowherd tweeted out praise directed toward...

Iowa cornerback Josh Jackson makes a jumping one-handed interception during Iowa's game against Ohio State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. Jackson made three interceptions on the day as the Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 55 to 24. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Jackson’s 3-interception performance propels him into spotlight

Courtney Baumann, [email protected] November 6, 2017

If Josh Jackson wasn’t on your radar before the Ohio State game, he definitely is now. His 3-interception performance on Nov. 4 tied a school record held by Tyler Sash and Grant Steen, and earned...

Iowa players wave to people in the Stead Family Children's Hospital following the end of the first quarter 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)

Thank you, Kinnick

November 6, 2017

Iowa put on one of its best performances against Ohio State in the Kirk Ferentz era. By Courtney Baumann [email protected] The game against Ohio State is one that I, along with many, many...

Iowa fans storm the field 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)

Iowa plays 55-24 win over No. 3 Ohio State

November 6, 2017

Fans celebrate with Iowa offensive lineman James Daniels while storming the field after the Iowa/Ohio State football game in Kinnick on Nov. 4. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes in a storming fashion,...