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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

The Daily Iowan

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...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean runs during a punt return to 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. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Highlight to Watch: Cooper DeJean’s game-winning punt return TD

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 30, 2023

When the ball is in Iowa cornerback Cooper DeJean's hands, anything can happen. After Michigan State punter Ryan Eckley booted several balls well over DeJean's head, the Iowa native finally got a chance...

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

Iowa football defeats Michigan State, 26-16, with late-game heroics of Cooper DeJean

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 30, 2023

Iowa football defeated Michigan State, 26-16, Saturday night at Kinnick Stadium, a game where adversity struck early but jubilation prevailed.  After starting quarterback Cade McNamara went down...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara goes down during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa QB Cade McNamara helped off field due to apparent left knee injury

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 30, 2023

Adversity struck early for Iowa football Saturday night against Michigan State, as Hawkeye starting QB Cade McNamara was helped off the field by trainers midway through the first quarter. The Michigan...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara prepares to throw the ball 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 totaled 76 yards.

Live updates | Iowa football looks to bounce back, hosts Michigan State

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 30, 2023

IOWA CITY, Iowa — The Iowa football team will look to bounce back against Michigan State this week as the Hawkeyes host the Spartans for a 6:37 p.m. kickoff at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday night. The...

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy throws a pass during a football game between Iowa and No. 4 Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. McCarthy’s longest pass went for 29 yards to wide receiver Andre Anthony. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 27-14.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 5 of the college football season

Cooper Worth, Football Reporter September 28, 2023

Power Rankings  Michigan —  With the return of Harbaugh, this team is rolling.  Penn State — Why isn’t every home game a White Out? Ohio State — Marvin Harrison Jr. is a problem.   ...