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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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Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy prepares to throw the ball during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines lead the Hawkeyes, 10-0, after the first half (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

‘They were the better team:’ Iowa players react to crushing 26-0 loss to Michigan in Big Ten Championship

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter December 3, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS – Confetti fell from the rafters of Lucas Oil Stadium Saturday night, but it wasn't black-and-gold colored like Iowa fans and players had been wishing for.  The 2023 Iowa football team...

Michigan players tackle Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023. The Wolverines lead the Hawkeyes, 10-0, after the first half (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football falls to Michigan, 26-0, in Big Ten Championship game

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor December 2, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS – For the second time in three seasons, the Iowa football team lost to Michigan in the Big Ten title game, this time in a 26-0 shutout fashion.  In a game littered with penalties,...

Zoee Moore rides a scooter thorugh a group of Michigan fans before a football game between No.18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023.

Photos: Iowa vs. Michigan Big Ten pregame

Cody Blissett and Emily Nyberg December 2, 2023

Football fans gathered in Indianapolis before the Big Ten championship football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan on Saturday. Before the game, The Hawkeye’s record sits at 10-2 and the...

Iowa offensive lineman Rusty Feth walks off the field after the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa offensive lineman Rusty Feth sports a loud look and a calm demeanor

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 30, 2023

Iowa offensive lineman Rusty Feth is comfortable in his own skin, or more aptly put, hair.  The 6-foot-3, 310-pounder from Colerain, Ohio, stands out in a crowd not just due to the size of his...

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy stiff arms Iowa's Kaveon Merriweather during the Big Ten Championship game between No. 13 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021. McCarthy rushed for 23 yards on four carries.The Wolverines became Big Ten Champions after defeating the Hawkeyes, 42-3.

Sharing the spotlight: Just like Iowa, Michigan football has emerged atop its division amidst plenty of distraction

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 30, 2023

Looking at the numbers alone, Michigan football’s undefeated regular season looked like a cakewalk. Having won each game by an average of 27 points, the Wolverines appeared to have a red carpet rolled...

The venue for Big Ten Media Days is seen at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. The event marked the 50th annual Big Ten Media Days.

Iowa fans’ guide to Indianapolis ahead of Big Ten Championship

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter November 30, 2023

The Iowa football team will head to Indianapolis, Indiana, for the second time in three years to face off against the Michigan Wolverines in the Big Ten Championship.  Known by many as “The Crossroads...

Iowa offensive lineman Tyler Elsbury celebrates after a turnover during a football game between No. 17 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln Nebraska on Friday, Nov. 23, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 13-10.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 14 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 30, 2023

No. 2 Michigan @ No. 16 Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (45-27): Michigan – Charles Woodson would pick Iowa. He knows what good defense is. Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (42-30): Michigan...

Iowa wide receiver Kaleb Brown carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln Nebraska on Friday, Nov. 23, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 13-10.

One-on-one with Iowa wide receiver Kaleb Brown

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor November 30, 2023

The Daily Iowan: When did you get your ears pierced?  Kaleb Brown: It probably would’ve been like seventh grade. You have tattoos, right? Do you have a favorite one? Yeah, I got a favorite...

Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill throws the ball down the field during a football game between No. 17 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln Nebraska on Friday, Nov. 23, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 13-10.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 14 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden November 30, 2023

Pete Ruden’s (22-14, $1,987) Picks:  Iowa +23.5 With a total this low, I have to take the underdog catching more than three touchdowns. It might not be pretty, but Iowa has a few ways to keep...

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.

Where and when to watch Iowa football battle Michigan on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 30, 2023

The No. 16 Iowa football team looks to shock the nation Saturday night when it takes on No. 2 ranked Michigan in the Big Ten Championship for the second time in three seasons. The Hawkeyes have won...