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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

Iowa defensive lineman Drew Ott tackles Iowa State quarterback Sam Richardson in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2014. Iowa State defeated Iowa, 20-17. (The Daily Iowan/Valerie Burke)

UPDATED: Ott still sits in limbo 

March 30, 2016

By Jordan Hansen | [email protected] As the clock continues to tick on the NCAA’s decision on whether Drew Ott will be granted a medical redshirt and another year of eligibility, the frustration...

Iowa quarterback C.J. Beathard runs with the ball in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 40-35 to stay perfect on the season. (The Daily Iowan/Rachael Westergard)

Hawkeye football returns 

March 23, 2016

By Blake Dowson [email protected] The Iowa football team is coming off its first 12-win season in school history, and it will return 15 starters from the team that advanced to the Big Ten Championship...

Highlights from Kirk Ferentz's press conference — 3/22

Highlights from Kirk Ferentz’s press conference — 3/22

March 22, 2016

Iowa opens spring practice tomorrow, and head football coach Kirk Ferentz met with media to discuss anything and everything relating to the Hawkeye football team. First words: "Welcome back everybody" Pro...

Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Kirk Ferentz  talks with graduate assistant Kelvin Bell during the team's 13th Outback Bowl Practice Saturday, Dec. 28, 2013 as they prepare to face the LSU Tigers in Tampa.  (Brian Ray/hawkeyesports.com)

Bell tapped as football recruiting coordinator

February 26, 2016

Kirk Ferentz has named a recruiting coordinator.  By Jordan Hansen [email protected] After a month of searching, the Iowa football team has decided on Kelvin Bell as its next recruiting coordinator. Following...

The Iowa kicking team huddles before the Big Ten Championship Game against Michigan State in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015.

Hawkeye football players head to combine

Blake Dowson, [email protected] February 25, 2016

Four Iowa football standouts have been invited to compete at the 2016 NFL combine in anticipation of the NFL draft, which starts on April 28. All four Hawkeyes were seniors in 2015: safety Jordan Lomax,...

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Iowa extends athletic director Gary Barta’s contract 5 years

February 17, 2016

IOWA CITY, Iowa (AP) — A big year from Iowa's football and basketball teams means a big raise for athletic director Gary Barta. Documents obtained by The Associated Press show that Iowa President...

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Dowson: Who will be the new face of the NFL?

Blake Dowson, [email protected] February 9, 2016

Every Tuesday, a member of the DI sports team will pen a column about the sports world. It could be Iowa-centric, it could be focused on a professional league or team; we’re not going to put many limits...

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Who will win the Super Bowl?

February 5, 2016

Denver Broncos This is, without a doubt, the most important thing I will write in the *DI* this week. The Broncos are the story of year, and they will win the Super Bowl. If nothing else, you should...

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)

Football inks 24, including O-lineman

Jordan Hansen, [email protected] February 4, 2016

Despite all the hype surrounding National Signing Day, it was relatively quiet for Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and his program. The Hawkeyes had just one recruit — Detroit offensive lineman Alaric...

The Iowa kicking team huddles before the Big Ten Championship Game against Michigan State in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015.

Football palace draws recruits

February 3, 2016

By Jordan Hansen  |  [email protected] There is positive momentum in the Iowa football program and it's spread to the recruiting front. While Iowa’s Rose Bowl run will be most noticeable...

Iowa line backer Josey Jewell runs back an interception during the Iowa-Nebraska game at Memorial Stadium on Friday, Nov. 27, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 28-20, to finish off a perfect regular season. (The Daily Iowan/ John Theulen)

Wallace tapped as new linebacker coach

January 22, 2016

Iowa stays in-house to fill a spot recently vacated by now-Boston College defensive coordinator Jim Reid By Jordan Hansen [email protected] The Iowa football team announced Jan. 22 that the...

Iowa tight-end Henry Krieger Coble runs into the end-zone to score a touchdown against Purdue in Kinnick Stadium on Nov. 21, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers to remain undefeated, 40-20. (The Daily Iowan/Joshua Housing)

Blythe, Krieger Coble to play in Senior Bowl

Danny Payne, [email protected] January 22, 2016

Former Iowa center Austin Blythe and tight end Henry Krieger Coble will play in the Senior Bowl on Jan. 30 in Mobile, Alabama. The game will be broadcast on the NFL Network at 1:30 p.m. Practices from...