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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Northwestern quarterback Brendan Sullivan prepares to throw the ball during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Sullivan caught 12 completions on 19 attempts. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa’s Brendan Sullivan’s competitive spirit and determination leave indelible mark

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 24, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS – Quarterback Brendan Sullivan left Northwestern behind for Big Ten foe Iowa this offseason, but he didn’t leave any bad blood or resentment with the Wildcats. Rather, Sullivan’s...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks with media during day two of Big Ten Football Media Day at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Iowa, UCLA, USC, Michigan State, Nebraska, and Penn State answered questions from the media.

Big Ten Football Media Days Notebook | Kirk Ferentz optimistic with Iowa’s options at receiver, offensive line, cornerback

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 24, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS – The black and blue inside Lucas Oil Stadium received a splash of gold Wednesday when Kirk Ferentz, his tie, and the Iowa Hawkeyes strolled in for Big Ten Football Media Days. Ferentz,...

Big Ten comissioner Tony Pettiti speaks at a press conference during day one of Big Ten Football Media day  at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. Pettiti recognized Iowa Women’s Basketball for their achievements throughout the season during the press conference.

Big Ten Football Media Day Notebook | Tony Petitti talks conference expansion, new replay review center

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor July 23, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS -- In what has become an annual summer tradition, local and national media members unite at Lucas Oil Stadium for Big Ten Football Media Days. This time around, plenty of extra seats lined...

Rylee Pierson and Andrew Carter play each other on the new EA Sports College Football 25 video game at the McDonald Hughes Center in Tuscaloosa.

“Back in the Game”: An Iowa football fan guide to EA Sports College Football 25

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 23, 2024

After 11 years of eager waiting, Iowa football fans can finally celebrate the anticipated return of the EA Sports College Football series to the market. The series was placed on hiatus following...

Oct, 1986; Unknown location, USA; FILE PHOTO; Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Hayden Fry on the sidelines during the 1986 season

What If? | Iowa football’s disappointing loss in the 1986 Rose Bowl

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 23, 2024

1985 was a milestone year for the Iowa football program under seven-year head coach Hayden Fry. The Hawkeyes climbed to No. 1 in the AP Poll for just the second time in team history after a dominating...

Iowa quarteback Brad Banks drops back for a pass during the spring game at Kinnick Stadium on April 20, 2002.

What If? | Iowa football’s painful loss to Iowa State in 2002

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 16, 2024

The 2001 season marked a turning point for the Iowa Hawkeye football program under head coach Kirk Ferentz. Iowa had only won four combined games during Ferentz’s first two seasons. The Hawkeyes...

Police lights are seen flashing after a traffic stop in downtown Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.

Iowa football wide receiver Kaleb Brown arrested for OWI, fake ID charges

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor June 24, 2024

Iowa wide receiver Kaleb Brown was arrested in Iowa City early Sunday morning on charges of operating while intoxicated and possessing a fictitious ID, as first reported by 247 Sports. The possible punishments...

Pat Angerer named radio color analyst for Iowa football

Pat Angerer named radio color analyst for Iowa football

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter June 10, 2024

The Iowa football radio broadcasting booth is now set. On Monday, former Iowa linebacker Pat Angerer was hired as the new color analyst for Iowa football radio broadcasts to replace longtime analyst...

Iowa tight end Erick All lunges forward to score a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16.

Iowa football announces kickoff times for five home games

Brad Schultz, Schultz May 30, 2024

The 2024 Iowa football season is getting closer by the minute. On Thursday, five Iowa football kickoff times were announced. The slate features one morning kick, three afternoon kicks, and one primetime...

Northwestern quarterback Brendan Sullivan prepares to throw the ball during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Sullivan caught 12 completions on 19 attempts. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa football lands transfer quarterback Brendan Sullivan

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor May 8, 2024

Northwestern transfer quarterback Brendan Sullivan has committed to Iowa football, he announced Wednesday on social media. He has two years of eligibility remaining. @HawkeyeFootball let’s work...

Iowa defensive lineman Noah Shannon celebrates after tackling Nebraska running back Anthony Grant for a loss during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. The Huskers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-17.

Noah Shannon signs with Las Vegas Raiders as undrafted free agent

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter April 27, 2024

After being forced to sit out his final season in a Hawkeye uniform, Iowa football's Noah Shannon has an opportunity to prove his worth in the NFL. An undrafted free agent, Shannon signed with the...

Iowa defensive lineman Logan Lee and linebacker Jay Higgins tackle Northwestern quarterback Brendan Sullivan during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Lee had four total tackles. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa football defensive lineman Logan Lee drafted by Pittsburgh Steelers

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter April 27, 2024

Former Iowa defensive lineman Logan Lee was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers with the 178th pick of the 2024 NFL Draft on Saturday.  With the 178th pick in the 2024 #NFLDraft, we select DE Logan...