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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Minnesota running back Darius Taylor is pushed out of bounce during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. Taylor totaled 59 yards rushing and 25 yards receiving. The Golden Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes 12-10.

Where and when to watch Iowa take on Northwestern on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 2, 2023

Iowa football heads to the Friendly Confines to take on Northwestern in the second-annual 'Wildcats Classic.' According to Sports Illustrated, Iowa won its first matchup against the Wildcats in 1897...

A look at the football field built in Wrigley Field for a 2021 game between Northwestern and Purdue. Iowa and Northwestern play there Saturday (2:30 p.m., Peacock).

Iowa football returns to Chicago to face off against Northwestern at Wrigley Field

Cooper Worth, Pregame Editor November 2, 2023

Chicago's historic Wrigley Field will host an early-November matchup of Midwest rivals, but there won't be any baseball taking place. Instead, the 6-2 Iowa football team will take on  4-4 Northwestern...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz looks at his notes during a press conference at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. After the University of Iowa’s Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz said in a statement released on Oct. 30 that she informed offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz that “this is his last season with the program,” Ferentz answered questions from the media about the statement. Ferentz also spoke about Iowa’s game against Northwestern on Nov. 4. Ferentz recognized the biological relationship with Brian Ferentz, saying he’s very fond of his son. “I’ve had a lot of relationships with people that have worked here, and that's one of the things we do,” Kirk Ferentz said. “If it was anybody on this staff that fell in this category, I'd feel bad about it.”

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz intends to return next season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor November 1, 2023

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz intends to stay with the Hawkeyes next season. On the "Hawk Talk" radio show Wednesday night, a weekly segment hosted by Iowa radio play-by-play announcer Gary...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara stands on the sidelines with crutches after getting injured in the first quarter during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16.

Iowa football suffers from injury bug, loses three scoring weapons

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 31, 2023

The Iowa offense looks much different now compared to the beginning of the season. Two torn ACLs and a broken ankle took out the Hawkeyes’ top three scoring weapons — quarterback Cade McNamara...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz enters Kinnick Stadium during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. The Golden Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes, 12-10.

Point/Counterpoint | Should Kirk Ferentz retire?

Jake Olson and Brad Schultz October 31, 2023

No Following the Iowa football team’s loss to Minnesota on Oct. 21, the Hawkeyes’ road to the Big Ten Championship got a lot more difficult. Iowa must win their remaining four games against...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks to media members during a press conference at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. After the University of Iowa’s Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz said in a statement released on Oct. 30 that she informed offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz that “this is his last season with the program,” Ferentz answered questions from the media about the statement. Ferentz also spoke about Iowa’s game against Northwestern on Nov. 4.

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz, Interim AD Beth Goetz talk dismissal of Brian Ferentz

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 31, 2023

Less than 24 hours after it was announced that Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz will not return next season, his father, head coach Kirk Ferentz, addressed the media. The head coach did...

University of Iowa’s Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz speaks with members of the media during a press conference at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. After Goetz said in a statement released on Oct. 30 that she informed offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz that “this is his last season with the program,” Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and Goetz answered questions from the media about the statement. "I think again in any role in which we have a chance to serve these young men and these coaches and and the institutions that we have an opportunity to work at," she said. "You do the best you can with where you are and you do that within the moment it's been provided to you."

Photos: Head coach Kirk Ferentz, Interim AD Beth Goetz speak to media about Brian Ferentz

Grace Smith, Photojournalist October 31, 2023

After the University of Iowa’s Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz said in a statement released on Oct. 30 that she informed offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz that “this is his last season with...

Buffalo Bills running back Latavius Murray (28) tries to run past Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Anthony Nelson (98).

Hawks in the NFL | Week 8

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter October 30, 2023

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive lineman Anthony Nelson had his best game of the season in a 24-18 loss to the Buffalo Bills last Thursday night. The Waukee, Iowa, native finished the game with four...

Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz walks off the field after coaching offensive players during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 15-6. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz ‘in last season’ with Iowa football

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 30, 2023

University of Iowa Interim Athletic Director Beth Goetz said in a statement she informed offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz that "this is his last season with the program.” Ferentz will remain...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara talks to coaches on the sidelines during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

QB Cade McNamara confirms his return to Iowa next season after suffering torn ACL

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 25, 2023

Quarterback Cade McNamara will be back in Iowa City next fall. The Michigan transfer, who tore his left ACL against Michigan State on Sept. 30, announced via Twitter and Instagram on Wednesday night...

Suspended Iowa football player Noah Shannon stands in a huddle during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16.

NCAA DI committee delays vote on sports gambling suspension reinstatement policy

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 25, 2023

The decision on whether Iowa defensive tackle Noah Shannon can play again for the Hawkeyes this season will be delayed two weeks.  On Wednesday, the NCAA Division I Council Coordination Committee...

Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz speaks with quarterback Deacon Hill during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. Hill passed for 37 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 15-6.

Point-Counterpoint | Could Iowa contend for a national championship with a better offense?

Colin Votzmeyer and Brad Schultz October 24, 2023

Yes Under head coach Kirk Ferentz, the Iowa football team has been defined by a strong defense, amazing special teams, and a below-average, anemic offense. Each year, fans and media alike poke...