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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

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Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris breaks up a pass intended for Kentucky wide receiver Chris Lewis during the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl between No. 15 Iowa and No. 22 Kentucky at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-17.

One-on-one with Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 5, 2023

The Daily Iowan: What would be the first thing you would do if you won the lottery? Jermari Harris: If I won the lottery? I would get my dad a new tombstone. I want to get him one of those big,...

Iowa wide receiver Xavier Nwankpa celebrates after completing a tackle during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Nwankpa had eight total tackles.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 6 of the college football season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 5, 2023

Power Rankings Michigan - The Wolverines haven’t given up more than seven points in a game.  Penn State - Northwestern hung around in the first half.  Ohio State - Interested to see...

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 threw for 115 yards.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 6 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 5, 2023

Purdue @ Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (20-10): Iowa – Even a new Gatorade flavor won’t help these lukewarm Boilermakers.  Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (14-16): Iowa – The Hawks desperately...

Iowa listens to the National Anthem as fireworks go off 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 had a total of 222 years.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 6 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden October 5, 2023

Pete Ruden's (9-6, $820) Picks:  Iowa -2.5 It’s Deacon Hill SZN. While Purdue has given Iowa its fair share of troubles in the past, I don’t think that will be the case this time around. Hill...

Kid captain Max Schlee poses for a portrait with his family during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023.

Kid Captain Max Schlee chooses to give back

Grace Olson, News Reporter October 5, 2023

Max Schlee experiences life with a rare inherited genetic disorder, but that does not affect the 8-year-old’s performance in the classroom and athletic field.   “He's just a normal kid,”...

The Iowa offensive line stands on the field during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and No. 7 Penn State at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes, 31-0.

Iowa football’s offensive line sticks together, stays confident over adversity

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor October 5, 2023

Iowa’s offensive line room — led by starting left tackle Mason Richman, left guard Nick DeJong, center Logan Jones, right guard Connor Colby, and right tackle Gennings Dunker — is a world of...

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 to host Washington, travel to UCLA in 2024

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 5, 2023

Big Ten football schedules were revised to include Oregon, Washington, UCLA, and USC, and matchups through the 2028 season were announced on Thursday. Iowa will maintain its protected rivals of...

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...