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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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An Iowa fan watches 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.

X, formerly known as Twitter, reacts to Iowa football’s defeat against Minnesota

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter October 21, 2023

Iowa football lost to Minnesota, 12-10, on Saturday. This was Minnesota’s first win at Kinnick Stadium since 1999 and the first win against Iowa for current Gopher head coach P.J. Fleck, who was...

Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz speaks to quarterback Deacon Hill 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.

Grading Iowa’s performance against Minnesota

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 21, 2023

Passing Offense: D-  The only reason this mark wasn’t a failure was because Deacon Hill surpassed the 100-yard mark in passing with 116 through the air, more than triple his performance last week....

Iowa head Coach Kirk Ferentz talks to a referee while a play is reviewed 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.

Iowa Football Week 8 Column | Hawkeyes exposed for needing miracles to ensure victory

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 21, 2023

From elation to deflation to frustration. Such would be an accurate description of the atmosphere inside Kinnick Stadium late in the fourth quarter on Saturday in Iowa football’s 12-10 loss to Minnesota....

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean carries the ball after a punt return during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. Officials later overturned DeJean’s touchdown and ruled his initial contact an invalid fair catch. The Golden Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes, 12-10.

The game-winning punt return touchdown that wasn’t

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor October 21, 2023

Despite a definite 12-10 loss to Minnesota inside Kinnick Stadium on Saturday night, the game’s controversial ending left Hawkeye fans with more questions than answers. It was fourth down, Minnesota...

A fan reacts after officials overturned Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean’s punt return touchdown 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.

Photos: No. 24 Iowa Football vs. Minnesota

Emily Nyberg and Cody Blissett October 21, 2023

Minnesota defeated No. 24 Iowa, 12-10, during a football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday. The Golden Gophers took home the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy for the first time in eight years.  Minnesota...

Fans cheer Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean makes a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. In an upset to fans, Referees called that DeJean waived fair catch on his touchdown, bring the score form 16-10 Iowa to the games final score of 12-10, with the Gophers defeating the Hawkeyes.

Iowa football loses to Minnesota, 12-10, in a game decided by penalties and official review

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 21, 2023

For the first time in the 21st century, Minnesota football won a game at Kinnick Stadium, defeating the Hawkeyes, 12-10, in a contest that lacked offense, but was ultimately decided by penalties and...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras dives in for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022.

Live updates | Iowa football hosts Minnesota in battle for Floyd of Rosedale trophy

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor October 21, 2023

IOWA CITY, Iowa — The No. 24 Iowa football team will host the Minnesota Golden Gophers inside Kinnick Stadium in yet another battle for the Floyd of Rosedale trophy with kickoff set for 2:33 p.m. The...

A Minnesota and Iowa fan conversate before a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023.

Photos: Tailgate – No. 24 Iowa vs. Minnesota

Isabella Tisdale, Photojournalsit October 21, 2023

Football fans gathered around Iowa City to tailgate before a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota on Saturday.  Before the game, The Hawkeye’s record sits at 6-1 and Minnesota sits at...

Fans cheer after Leshon Williams’ rushing touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Minnesota on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 19, 2023

Iowa football looks to hold onto first place in the Big Ten West and keep the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy in Iowa City for the ninth straight season when it faces Minnesota on Saturday. The Hawkeyes have...

Iowa defensive backs Henry Marchese and Jack Koerner carry the Floyd of Rosedale after a football game between No. 19 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated Gophers 27-22.

The Tale of Floyd of Rosedale

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor October 19, 2023

The Iowa and Minnesota football teams duke it out each year for the opportunity to take home the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy. But few know the story behind one of college football’s most iconic rivalry...

Kid captain Bentley Erickson reacts as he exits the Kinnick tunnel during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023.

Bentley Erickson returns to home state for a ‘profound moment’ at Kinnick Stadium

Cooper Worth, Football Reporter October 19, 2023

For Bentley Erickson, returning to Iowa City usually isn't a good thing.  The Ericksons have been visiting Iowa City and the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital consistently for...

Iowa offensive lineman Mason Richman celebrates a first down after a reception from tight end Sam LaPorta during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 8 of the college football season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 19, 2023

Power Rankings  Michigan – The Wolverines will play against actual competition soon, right?  Ohio State – Marvin Harrison Jr. is him, but he also has a surprisingly long neck.  Penn...