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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 kicker Miguel Recinos kicks a PAT during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017. The Hawkeyes fell to the Spartans with a final score of 10-17. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

One on one with Miguel Recinos

Courtney Baumann, [email protected] October 5, 2017

Daily Iowan: What fictional place would you like to visit? Miguel Recinos: That’s really tough… You know Ministereth? That looks really cool. I’ve always wondered what it would be like to stand...

Iowa running back LeShun Daniels, Jr. runs in for a 1-yard touchdown during the Iowa-Illinois game in Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 28-0. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Iowa football readies for Illinois in Homecoming game

Courtney Baumann, [email protected] October 5, 2017

The Iowa football team has always been adamant that every game is a must-win, but Saturday’s seems to be a bit more critical. Now 3-2, the Hawkeyes head into the Homecoming game on a two-game losing...

Iowa running back James Butler breaks a tackle during the season opener against Wyoming on Saturday, Sep. 2, 2017. The Hawkeyes went on to defeat the Cowboys 24-3. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Injuries hurt Hawkeye offense, defense

Pete Ruden, [email protected] October 4, 2017

While Iowa is in search of its offense, that isn’t the only problem it has. Injuries have dogged the Hawkeyes and have played a big role in the case of the missing offense. James Butler, Ike Boettger,...

Iowa defensive back Brandon Snyder attempts to tackle Minnesota running back Rodney Smith during the Iowa-Minnesota game at TCF Banks Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 14-7. (The Daily Iowan/file photo)

Hawkeye football needs offensive ignition key

October 3, 2017

Keep it on the ground  The running game was atrocious against Michigan State, but in all fairness, the Spartans have a stingy run defense (96 yards per game, third-best in the Big Ten). Running back...

Michigan State head coach Mark Dantonio speaks during the Big Ten Media Days at McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago on Monday, July 24, 2017. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Big Ten teams hungry heading into Week 6

October 3, 2017

Penn State not overlooking Wildcats, Purdue looking for QB. By Courtney Baumann [email protected] Michigan State is coming off a big win over Iowa heading into this weekend, and it hopes to...

Iowa defensive back Brandon Snyder attempts to tackle Minnesota running back Rodney Smith during the Iowa-Minnesota game at TCF Banks Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 14-7. (The Daily Iowan/file photo)

Football looks for added strength in upcoming week

October 3, 2017

By Adam Hensley [email protected] Six months ago Brandon Snyder tore his ACL during a special teams drill. After a speedy recovery, the senior safety will try to make his season début this weekend...

Iowa running back Akrum Wadley stiff arms a defender during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday Sept. 30, 2017. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 17-10. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football offers less than stellar numbers against Spartans

Pete Ruden, [email protected] October 3, 2017

When it took on Penn State on Sept. 23, Iowa played a good football game. The defense was solid, the offense scored when it needed to, and the team never broke down. The same can’t be said about...

Iowa linebacker Ben Niemann tackles Michigan State tight end Matt Sokol during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017. The Hawkeyes fell to the Spartans with a final score of 10-17. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Defense does its part against Michigan State

October 2, 2017

Iowa’s defense single-handedly kept things competitive against Michigan State, shutting out the Spartans in the second half, but the Hawkeyes could not capitalize. By Adam Hensley [email protected] Hawkeye...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley is tackled for a loss during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday Sept. 30, 2017. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 17-10. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Baumann: Iowa football did scant right at Michigan State

October 2, 2017

Another forgettable offensive performance leaves Iowa with many question marks. By Courtney Baumann [email protected] What could go wrong for the Iowa football team on Sept. 30 did. It was...

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith (12) attempts to recover a fumble forced by Michigan State's Joe Bachie during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017. The Hawkeyes fell to the Spartans with a final score of 10-17. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeyes continue their search for offense

Adam Hensley, [email protected] September 30, 2017

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Iowa’s defense mostly held its ground against Michigan State on Sept. 30, just as it did on Sept. 23 against No. 4 Penn State. Similar to that game, the Hawkeyes couldn’t...

Iowa quarterback Nathan Stanley fumbles the ball during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Sept. 30. The Hawkeyes fell to the Spartans with a final score of 10-17. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football drops second-straight; Loses at Michigan State

Courtney Baumann, [email protected] September 30, 2017

EAST LANSING, Mich. — It was déjà vu on Sept. 30 in Spartan Stadium, at least in the first two quarters. Iowa’s 77-yard drive for a touchdown in the first half en route to a 17-10 loss to Michigan...

Michigan State running back LJ Scott scores a touchdown putting them in the lead with 27 seconds left in the fourth quarter during the Big Ten Championship against Iowa in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes, 16-13. (The Daily Iowan/Alyssa Hitchcock)

Behind enemy lines: Michigan State

Souichi Terada, [email protected] September 29, 2017

Both Iowa and MSU fans can’t forget the 2015 Big Ten Championship game. The Spartans came out on top to go to the College Football Playoff, but it was a defensive slugfest nonetheless. But ever...