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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Backs, back

Backs, back

October 30, 2015

  LeShun Daniels Jr. will likely return against Maryland. What will his role be? By Jordan Hansen [email protected] Over the first game-and-a-half, Iowa’s running-back rotation was simple....

FILE - Iowa running back Akrum Wadley celebrates after his touchdown during the Iowa-North Texas game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Mean Green, 62-16. (The Daily Iowan/Valerie Burke, file)

By The Numbers: Iowa-Maryland

October 30, 2015

Take a numbers-heavy look at No. 10 Iowa's matchup with Maryland. By Danny Payne [email protected] Coming into this game, No. 10 Iowa is expected to pummel lowly Maryland. Some stats tell that...

Iowa quarterback C.J. Beathard runs with the ball at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 10-6. (The Daily Iowan/Rachael Westergard)

Not last year’s Terps, not last year’s Hawks

Jordan Hansen, [email protected] October 30, 2015

Let’s make something clear — the 2015 edition of Maryland is not a good football team. The Terps, who come to Kinnick on Saturday to face No. 10 Iowa, (2:30 p.m., ABC/ESPN2) have been a hot mess...

Iowa defensive back Desmond King runs with the ball in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds, 31-14.

Point/Counterpoint: Is this Iowa squad better than the 2009 Iowa team?

October 30, 2015

Two DI staffers debate if the 2015 Iowa team is better than the 2009 team, the last one that finished the season ranked in the top 10. Yes Believe the hype. Jump on the bandwagon. This train isn’t...

Ohio State players along with head coach Urban Meyer sing the school fight song at the end of the game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2013. Ohio State extended their winning streak to 19 games. Ohio State defeated Iowa, 34-24. (The Daily Iowan/file photo)

Big Ten Power Rankings

October 30, 2015

1) Ohio State (8-0): The defending national champs and odds-on favorites to win the Big Ten East, Ohio State is riding high off of a 49-7 thrashing of lowly Rutgers in Piscataway, New Jersey. The Buckeyes...

The Iowa team celebrates Jordan Canzeri's touchdown during the Iowa-Illinois State game in Kinnick on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds, 31-14. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Every game a trap game?

October 29, 2015

Given its remaining schedule, the football Hawkeyes could go undefeated this season. What do they need to do to avoid a letdown? By Ryan Rodriguez [email protected] At 7-0 and coming off of a...

Notebook: High and tight

Notebook: High and tight

October 28, 2015

Iowa running back Akrum Wadley is using tricks to combat his fumble problems. By Danny Payne [email protected] Every week, Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and his players meet with the media to...

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 Press Conference — 10/27

October 27, 2015

  Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz speaks with the media each Tuesday during the football season. Every week, The Daily Iowan‘s Pregame Staff will post highlights and interesting quotes...

Iowa wide receiver Tevaun Smith attempts to catch the football with Illinois State La'Darius Newbold close behind during the Iowa-Illinois State game in Kinnick on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds, 31-14. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Quotables: What Iowa players had to say — 10/27

October 27, 2015

  See what Iowa football players had to say in this weekly segment. By Jordan Hansen [email protected] Each week the Hawkeye football players meet with media to discuss anything and...

Hawkeye defensive back Desmond King is tackled after catching an interception on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015. King had one interception in the win over Pittsburgh. The Hawkeyes defeated the Pittsburgh Panthers 27-24 on a last second field goal. (The Daily Iowan/Sergio Flores)

The Box Score: Big D passes on defense

October 27, 2015

By Charlie Green [email protected] No. 10 Iowa’s defensive play in 2015 has been a major part of the team’s 7-0 start. The group ranks third in the Big Ten in yards allowed per game (294.3)...

Iowa defensive back Desmond King punt returns the ball during the Cy-Hawk Series game against Iowa State in Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa on Sept. 12, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 31-17. (The Daily Iowan/ Alyssa Hitchcock)

Pregame Podcast #12: Different Times

October 26, 2015

  Check out our Pregame staff's weekly podcast below. … Hey, guys. Below you can find our weekly Pregame Podcast. Danny, Charlie, Jordan, and Ryan are joined by The Diamondback's Ryan Baillargeon...

Iowa quarterback C.J. Beathard dodges a tackle by Indiana safety Tony Fields in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014. Beathard had four carries for 28-yards on the game. Iowa defeated Indiana, 45-29. (The Daily Iowan/Tessa Hursh)

Midterms for Hawk football

October 26, 2015

No. 10 Iowa will begin the home stretch of its schedule Saturday against Maryland. The DI's Pregame staff grades the Hawkeyes so far this By DI Pregame Staff [email protected] It’s more than...