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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Kid Captain Nathan McDonald journeys back to Iowa City to be on the other side of The Wave

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter November 21, 2023

Iowa football Kid Captain Nathan McDonald has defied expectations.  Being taken off chemotherapy at three years old in an attempt to let him live his life without treatment for a cancerous disease,...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz talks to referees nearby during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. The Huskers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-17.

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Nebraska on Friday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 21, 2023

The No. 17 Iowa football team ventures westward for a Black Friday matchup against division rival Nebraska. In spite of already claiming the Big Ten West title last week against Illinois, Iowa still...

Iowa punter Tory Taylor punts the ball during a football game between Iowa and Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Taylor punted for 413 total yards, averaging 51.6 per play. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 15-13.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 13 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden November 21, 2023

Pete Ruden's (20-13, $1,809) picks: Nebraska -1.5 This one comes down to motivation. At 9-2, with a spot in the Big Ten Championship already locked up, the Hawkeyes essentially have nothing to...

Iowa tight end Addison Ostrenga goes in for a block during a football game between Iowa and the Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on November 25, 2022.  The Cornhuskers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-17.

Five things to watch for in Iowa’s regular season-finale against Nebraska

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 21, 2023

1. New-look Nebraska  While the 2023 season was obviously less than perfect for the Cornhuskers, Friday will be their last chance to secure six wins for the first time since 2015. Under new head...

Maryland quarterback Reece Udinski attempts a pass during a football game between Iowa and Maryland at Maryland Stadium on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 51-14.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 13 of the college football season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 21, 2023

Power Rankings  Ohio State – Don’t worry, the Big House is big, but it ain’t loud.  Michigan – There’s Michigan gear somewhere in my house. Still haven’t found any matches.  ...

Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson celebrates during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Jackson had seven total tackles. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

One-on-one with Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 21, 2023

The Daily Iowan: What’s your favorite food?  Nick Jackson: I’d probably say sushi. I like some good sushi, I had some last night.  Where at? Formosa?  Yeah, had to get a little lobster...

Iowa defensive back Quinn Schulte runs the ball after catching an interception during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Schulte intercepted the pass in the 4th quarter, running 39 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 22-0.

Iowa free safety Quinn Schulte leads Hawkeye defense with communication, execution

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 21, 2023

Quinn Schulte isn’t the loudest guy when he’s not playing football. He keeps to himself when he’s around people he doesn’t know well, speaking only when spoken to, and even then in a softer...

Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Hill passed for 167 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 15-13.

Iowa football Week 13 notebook | Hawkeyes don’t look to step off gas heading to Nebraska

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 21, 2023

When Iowa football last played Nebraska, the stakes and situation were in a different stratosphere. Needing a win over the then-3-8 Cornhuskers at Kinnick Stadium to finish atop the Big Ten West, the...

Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell walks off the field after the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl between Iowa and Kentucky at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 21-0.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 11

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter November 21, 2023

Several former Hawkeyes had career-high performances across Week 11 of NFL football — including several rookies. Jack Campbell, the Detroit Lions’ rookie starting Sam linebacker, recorded a...

Iowa wide receiver Xavier Nwankpa tries to break up Illinois wide receiver Isaiah Williams’ catch during a football game between Iowa and Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 15-13.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Illinois

Matt McGowan and Brad Schultz November 19, 2023

Passing Offense: B-  After a solid performance last week against Rutgers, Iowa QB Deacon Hill kept his momentum going against Illinois, completing 19 of his 29 passes, with one touchdown and no interceptions....

Iowa tight end Addison Ostrenga dives with the ball during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10. Ostrenga received the ball two times for 19 yards.

Highlight to watch: Iowa tight end Addison Ostrenga’s four-yard touchdown grab

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 19, 2023

After scoring a touchdown two weeks ago at Wrigley Field, Iowa tight end Addison Ostrenga found the end zone at Kinnick Stadium for the first time in his career. Facing third-and-goal early in the...

Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill hands off the ball to Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Johnson carried the ball 10 times for 54 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 22-0.

Highlight to watch: Iowa RB Kaleb Johnson’s game-winning touchdown

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 19, 2023

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson entered Saturday as the third-stringer on the Hawkeyes' depth chart but would walk off the field at Kinnick Stadium as the hero in a 15-13 win over Illinois to clinch...