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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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Taking a look at Iowa’s deep passing

Taking a look at Iowa’s deep passing

October 1, 2015

  Let’s break down a bit of film, shall we? By Jordan Hansen [email protected] Iowa’s offense has taken something of an impressive leap forward this season and much of that has...

Iowa wide receiver Tevaun Smith runs down the field avoiding a tackle by North Texas defensive back Zac Whitfield 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)

Chuckin’ it downfield

October 1, 2015

C.J. Beathard’s long ball is a weapon in a multitude of ways. By Jordan Hansen [email protected] Four games into the season, one of Iowa quarterback C.J. Beathard’s biggest weapons — his...

Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Jordan Lomax (27) brings Pittsburgh Panthers running back Darrin Hall (22)d down in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015. The Hawkeyes beat the Panthers, 27-24. (The Daily Iowan/Joshua Housing)

Wisconsin looms, expectations rise

September 29, 2015

The Iowa football team is scheduled to open the Big Ten season against Wisconsin Saturday. By Danny Payne [email protected] To this point, Iowa is 4-0 — some didn’t expect that heading into...

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)

Buckeyes rolling along

September 29, 2015

Ohio State has yet to lose a regular-season Big Ten game under head coach Urban Meyer. By Charlie Green [email protected] Ohio State has won 24 conference games in a row entering its opener...

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 — 9/29

September 29, 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 and lines...

Quotables: What Iowa players had to say — 9/29

Quotables: What Iowa players had to say — 9/29

September 29, 2015

  Each week the Hawkeye football players meet with media to discuss anything and everything. With the opening of Big Ten play, a good portion of this weeks chatter was about Wisconsin. Iowa...

Iowa running back Jordan Canzeri runs towards the endzone for a 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/Margaret Kispert)

The Box Score: Beathard, Canzeri shine

September 28, 2015

  Numbers to keep in mind as football enters Big Ten play. By Charlie Green [email protected] Coming off a 62-16 trouncing of North Texas, the Hawkeyes get Big Ten rival Wisconsin...

On the Line Football Picks Contest: Week 5

September 28, 2015

Welcome to our On the Line Contest! Place your college football game predictions here and you'll be entered for a chance to win a free pizza! Here's how to enter: Type in your picks for the games...

Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Chad Greenway (52) runs for a touchdown after an interception of a pass from San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers (17) in the second half of an NFL football game in Minneapolis, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2015. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King)

Hawks in the NFL: Week 3

September 28, 2015

  Check in on the status of former Iowa football players in this weekly segment. By Charlie Green [email protected] Jonathan Babineaux, DT, Atlanta Falcons The Falcons gave up...

Iowa running back Akrum Wadley attempts to avoid a tackle by North Texas defensive back Kishawn McClain 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)

Hawkeyes definitely in shape

September 28, 2015

Although it was North Texas, Iowa benefited from facing a fast-paced offense. By Ryan Rodriguez [email protected] Iowa’s 62-16 trouncing of North Texas Sept. 26 was a long one. Games that...

Iowa outside linbacker Cole Fisher tackles North Texas running back Jeffrey Wilson with the help from Iowa defensive back Anthony Gair 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/Margaret Kispert)

Hansen: Schedule not so mean

September 28, 2015

Iowa’s strength of schedule leaves much to be desired. By Jordan Hansen [email protected] The crowd of 56,401 that watched Iowa beat North Texas on Saturday, Sept. 26, was the smallest home...

Five Things We Learned: Iowa-North Texas

Five Things We Learned: Iowa-North Texas

September 27, 2015

1. C.J. Beathard is getting everyone involved This is a good thing, even if it came against a lackluster opponent. Beathard’s incredibly efficient passing performance saw him complete passes to seven...