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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

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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...

Football Notebook: Reviewing, looking ahead

Football Notebook: Reviewing, looking ahead

January 7, 2016

  The Hawkeye wheels are turning toward the 2016 season; Iowa has finished reviewing last season (what season?). By Jordan Hansen [email protected] It's a new year and a new season. While...

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 Ferentz’s press conference — Jan. 7

January 7, 2016

  Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz on Jan. 7 spoke with the media headed into the Hawkeyes' off-season. Below are notes of what he has to say. We'll have more up later on, as well. By Danny Payne [email protected] Time...

Iowa linebacker coach Reid headed to BC

Iowa linebacker coach Reid headed to BC

January 7, 2016

By Jordan Hansen [email protected] Iowa assistant coach Jim Reid is headed to Boston College to become the Eagles' next defensive coordinator and linebacker coach. Reid joined the Hawkeyes...

King to return for senior year

King to return for senior year

January 4, 2016

  Iowa defensive back Desmond King will come back for his senior year at Iowa. By Danny Payne [email protected] Iowa award-winning cornerback Desmond King will return for his senior...

Payne: One last surprise

Payne: One last surprise

January 2, 2016

  2015 was a surprising year for Iowa football team, and it gave us one more surprise in the Rose Bowl. By Danny Payne [email protected] PASADENA, Calif. — If nothing else, Iowa’s...

Rose Bowl: The end

Rose Bowl: The end

January 2, 2016

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQ2CFFnNEhs The Iowa football team lost, 45-16, to Stanford in the 102nd Rose Bowl Game on Jan. 1. By Danny Payne and Charlie Green [email protected] PASADENA,...

Rose Bowl: Amid joy, Shaw discusses flaws of playoffs

Rose Bowl: Amid joy, Shaw discusses flaws of playoffs

January 2, 2016

  Celebrating in the aftermath of his second Rose Bowl victory, Stanford head coach David Shaw iterated his support for the expansion of the College Football Playoff. By Charlie Green [email protected] PASADENA,...