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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

DITV: Hawkeye Football Players on the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce

Michael Merrick, Sports Director October 4, 2023

What do the Iowa Hawkeye's think about this new relationship between singer Taylor Swift and Kanas City Chiefs Travis Kelce.

An Iowa fan reacts to a play during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16.

Point-Counterpoint | What needs to change for Iowa football?

Brad Schultz and Cooper Worth October 3, 2023

Offensive play calling It seems like a broken record, but if the run game isn’t clicking for Iowa, watching the offense can be pain-inducing for anyone mindful of how they want to spend their Saturdays. After...

Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill throws a pass during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Hill averaged 4.3 yards per throw.

Iowa football notebook Week 6 | Hawkeyes reflect on fourth quarter against Michigan State, reunite with old friends against Purdue

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 3, 2023

Any Iowa football fan probably watched Hawkeye cornerback Cooper DeJean’s 70-yard punt return touchdown more than once. That play in the fourth quarter against Michigan State not only put Iowa ahead...

The main equipment room is seen at the Hansen Football Performace Facility on the University of Iowa campus in Iowa City, on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023.

Behind the scenes of prepping for game day at Kinnick Stadium

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 3, 2023

There’s one thing Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz can’t go without on game day — gum. The longest-tenured head coach in FBS is known for chomping on a big wad of gum while he coaches,...

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 quarterback Cade McNamara out for remainder of season with ACL injury

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 3, 2023

Iowa starting quarterback Cade McNamara is out for the remainder of the season with a left ACL injury, head coach Kirk Ferentz announced Tuesday. Ferentz said the quarterback will have surgery next...

Dec 11, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Baltimore Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum (64) in pass protection at the line of scrimmage against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Hawks in the NFL | Week 4

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter October 2, 2023

Former Hawkeye center Tyler Linderbaum returned to the Ravens starting lineup on Sunday, helping Lamar Jackson and Co. beat the Cleveland Browns, 28-3, on the road. The 2022 25th overall pick has...

Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz reacts to a play during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Ferentz met his performance objective of scoring more than 25 points in a game. His performance objective states he must average 25 points per game.

Grading Iowa football after 26-16 win over Michigan State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 1, 2023

Passing Offense: C Even though Iowa starting quarterback Cade McNamara missed practically this entire contest due to his injury, his absence does not excuse that Iowa's passing offense remained a...

Iowa tight end Erick All runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. All had 67 receiving yards and a touchdown.

Highlight to Watch: Iowa tight end Erick All scores Hawkeyes’ first TD of game

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 1, 2023

Iowa football's only offensive touchdown drive Saturday evening against Michigan State was almost entirely due to tight end Erick All. Near the end of the second quarter with starting quarterback Cade...

Iowa and Michigan State line up on the line of scrimmage during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16.

Iowa football Week 5 Column | Hawkeyes earn morale-boosting win, but now have a completely different season outlook

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 1, 2023

For better or worse, no Iowa football fan will forget the final September evening of 2023, when the Hawkeyes took on Michigan State. Prior to kickoff, most fans thought this Big Ten battle would be...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean runs toward the end zone for a touchdown after a punt return during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. DeJean’s touchdown on the punt return was 70 yards.

Iowa pulls off a comeback win against Michigan State thanks to strong performance by Cooper DeJean and defense

Cooper Worth, Football Reporter October 1, 2023

If one were near Kinnick Stadium around the six-minute mark of the Iowa-Michigan State football game Saturday night, they may have been confused why fans seemed to boo after the Hawkeyes got a turnover...

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 quarterback Cade McNamara suffers left leg injury, exits game early in win over Michigan State

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor October 1, 2023

Quarterback Cade McNamara’s time with the Iowa football team has been marred by injuries, the latest coming in Saturday’s win against Michigan State. The Michigan transfer had surgery on his...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean runs toward the end zone for a touchdown after a punt return during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. DeJean’s touchdown on the punt return was 70 yards.

Photos: Iowa football vs. Michigan State

Grace Smith and Ayrton Breckenridge September 30, 2023

Iowa defeated Michigan State, 26-16, during a football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. Cade McNamara, Iowa’s starting quarterback was injured in the first quarter and sat out the...