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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa tight end TJ Hockenson runs after making a catch during Iowa's game against Ohio State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 55 to 24. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Tight end connection becomes apparent in win over third-ranked Buckeyes

Pete Ruden, [email protected] November 4, 2017

Iowa fans were expecting a close game for good reason. Kinnick Stadium is always a tough place to play for highly ranked opponents. Just ask Michigan last year or Penn State earlier this season. While...

Fans celebrate with Iowa offensive linemen James Daniels while storming 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 topples No. 3 Ohio State, clicks on all three phases

Courtney Baumann, [email protected] November 4, 2017

There was some black magic happening in Iowa City on the evening of Nov. 4. In Iowa’s alternate-uniform and blackout game, Nate Stanley threw 5 touchdowns to push the Hawkeyes to a 55-24 victory...

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Three in 30: Iowa’s wins over Ohio State since 1987

Courtney Baumann, [email protected] November 3, 2017

It is no secret Ohio State is one of the best teams in the college-football landscape. Ranked No. 3 in the nation (AP; No. 6 college playoff rankings), the Buckeyes have proven to be a force, not just...

Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz yells at a referee during the Illinois game in Kinnick on Oct. 7.  The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini, though not politely, 45-16. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa to take on No. 3 Ohio State, try to become bowl eligible

Courtney Baumann, [email protected] November 3, 2017

Ohio State will be no easy task for the Iowa football team. The Buckeyes, a 17.5-point favorite to win the game, comes into Kinnick on a high. The Buckeyes are will be just a week removed from their...

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 10 power rankings

Courtney Baumann, [email protected] November 3, 2017

"I’m going to have a tough time focusing on the game, because those alternative uniforms are fire emoji, fire emoji, fire emoji." 1) Wisconsin (8-0): DON’T @ ME. 2) Ohio State (7-1): Ohio State...

Manny Rugamba runs toward the sideline 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. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

One on one with Manny Rugamba

November 2, 2017

Daily Iowan Sports Editor Adam Hensley caught up with defensive back Manny Rugamba, a sophomore from Naperville, Illinois.  Daily Iowan: Who would you say is the most difficult receiver on the team to...

Iowa offense prepares for the snap 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)

Without Boettger, Myers, Iowa’s O-Line is lacking experienced depth

Courtney Baumann, [email protected] November 2, 2017

After winning the Joe Moore Award at the end of the 2016 season, there was excitement around Iowa’s offensive line. Cole Croston was the only person who had started any games up front not coming back...

Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett (16) throws a pass between Penn State defensive tackle Parker Cothren (41) and linebacker Jason Cabinda (40) during the fourth quarter on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. The host Buckeyes won, 39-38. (Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch/TNS)

By the numbers: Ohio State

November 2, 2017

After beating Penn State, 39-38, on Oct. 28, Ohio State is going to be on a high when it rolls into Kinnick Stadium. The Buckeyes have been one of the best teams in the Big Ten all season, with their...

Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett (16) throws a pass while getting a block from offensive lineman Billy Price (54) against Maryland defensive lineman Oluwaseun Oluwatimi (57) in the first quarter at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017. (Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch/TNS)

Stopping Ohio State’s offense will take a collective effort

November 2, 2017

By Adam Hensley [email protected] In theory, the best approach to taking down Ohio State is as follows: Stop Heisman-hopeful quarterback J.T. Barrett. “Great quarterback,” senior linebacker...

Iowa offensive lineman coach Brian Ferentz speaks with media during Iowa's football media day on Saturday, August 6, 2016. Iowa's season opener is against  Miami Ohio on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2016 at 2:30 P.M. (The Daily Iowan/Joseph Cress)

Brian Ferentz apologizes for press-box comments

Adam Hensley, [email protected] November 1, 2017

Iowa football offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz issued an apology for his comments made in the press box during the Hawkeyes’ 17-10 win over Minnesota on Oct. 28. “I want to apologize to the...

Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett (16) scrambles under pressure during the third quarter against Oklahoma at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. (Joshua A. Bickel/Columbus Dispatch/TNS)

Buckeyes’ big play continues

October 31, 2017

Barrett is getting Heisman recognition, Barkley had a less than stellar game, and Northwestern is finally living up to expectations. By Pete Ruden [email protected] Ohio State is for real. Despite...

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New opponent, new uniforms

Adam Hensley, [email protected] October 31, 2017

In 2015, the Hawkeyes donned black uniforms — black jerseys, black pants, black helmets — with yellow numbers in a game against Minnesota. Fast forward two seasons, and Iowa’s playing in another...