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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

Hawkeyes losing their identity

Hawkeyes losing their identity

October 24, 2016

By Mario Williams [email protected] There are simply few words to describe where the Iowa football team stands after its 17-9 loss against Wisconsin. The Hawkeyes just don’t look good. A shot...

Iowa running back LeShun Daniels Jr. makes a run during the Iowa-Wisconsin game at Kinnick on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the Badgers, 19-7. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Offensive struggles tank Iowa

October 22, 2016

By Mario Williams | [email protected] The last time the Iowa football team didn’t score a touchdown against an opponent was against Wisconsin in 2013. On Oct. 22, the Badgers defeated the...

A chance missed

A chance missed

Jordan Hansen, [email protected] October 22, 2016

Wisconsin was ready to take a 14-3 lead over Iowa with just minutes remaining in the second quarter. The Badgers drove the ball from their own 25 to Hawkeyes' 1-yard line, looking to build on its...

A dream coming true

A dream coming true

Mario Williams, [email protected] October 21, 2016

As a graduate student, Iowa punter Ron Coluzzi is one of the elder statesmen on the team. His maturity is obvious when speaking to him, as is his determination and a deep desire to prove people...

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Tipping point for football season

October 21, 2016

By Jordan Hansen [email protected] It’s not much of a stretch to say Iowa’s game on Saturday is the biggest to this point of the season. The Big Ten “Tailgate” (the conference network’s...

Iowa defensive lineman Drew Ott attempts to tackle Wisconsin running back Dare Ogunbowale during the Iowa-Wisconsin game in Camp Randal Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2014. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 10-6. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Hawkeyes prep for ‘shifty’ Badgers

October 20, 2016

By Jordan Hansen [email protected] Writing about the Wisconsin rushing offense is fairly hard to do without using all the clichés surrounding it. At this point, running the ball is embedded...

Iowa running back Akurm Wadley tries to avoid a tackle during the Big Ten Championship against Michigan State in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes in the last seconds of the game, 16-13. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Spartan diet not working this season

October 19, 2016

By Jordan Hansen [email protected] It’s been a rough couple weeks for Michigan State. First, there’s the losing streak. It’s now at four games, three of which have taken place in Spartan...

Iowa football still backing farmers

Iowa football still backing farmers

October 19, 2016

Iowa notebook: farmers, fierce competition, and foot issues By Courtney Baumann [email protected] Saturday against Wisconsin will mark the sixth-annual America Needs Farmers game, but the...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz gets interviewed after the Iowa-Illinois State game in Kinnick on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds, 31-14. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Highlights from Kirk Ferentz’s presser — 10/18

Jordan Hansen, [email protected] October 18, 2016

Each Tuesday, Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz meets with the media. Here are the highlights. Kirk jokes a bit about TE depth, as Dallas Clark is being honored this week, will join the ANF...

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown (84) wears cleats in honor of legendary golfer Arnold Palmer during the first half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2016. (AP Photo/Don Wright)

No Fun losing its luster

Adam Hensley, [email protected] October 18, 2016

The No Fun League. That’s what the NFL really stands for. Questionable calls, both in policies and fining, have dominated headlines in the 2016 season.Oct. 12 marked the beginning of the NFL’s new...

Iowa defensive back Desmond King returns a kick return during the Rose Bowl Game at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California on Friday, Jan. 1, 2016. Stanford defeated Iowa, 45-16. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Secondary becomes primary

October 18, 2016

The Iowa secondary has been lax with a lead, highlighted in the win over Purdue. By Courtney Baumann [email protected] Iowa’s most recent game against Purdue showed a few things — the rushing...

Iowa running back Leshun Daniels Jr. runs the ball in the third quarter during the Purdue vs. Iowa game at Ross-Ade Stadium.  The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated Purdue 49-35. (The Daily Iowan/Jordan Gale)

How to get that rushing feeling

October 17, 2016

By Jordan Hansen [email protected] WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Five hundred-twenty. That’s how many yards the Iowa offense was able to put up against Purdue on Oct. 15 in its 49-35 win. It was...