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Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson carries the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13. Patterson had one touch down on the day.

Iowa football’s Jaziun Patterson headlines Hawkeyes’ rushing attack with his downhill style

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 9, 2023

AMES, IA – During Iowa football’s 20-13 road victory over Iowa State on Saturday, Hawkeye running back Jaziun Patterson was “willing to throw his body for the team.”  The redshirt freshman...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz touches the Kinnick Statue before a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium, on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023.

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz notches 200th career win with 20-13 win over Iowa State

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 9, 2023

Despite the Iowa football team’s 20-13 win over the Iowa State Cyclones on Saturday, head coach Kirk Ferentz had tears in his eyes. That’s because the win at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa,...

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey catches the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023.

Iowa football defeats Iowa State, 20-13, behind strong performance from defense and special teams

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 9, 2023

AMES, IA – Iowa football defeated Iowa State, 20-13, on Saturday afternoon at Jack Trice Stadium. On the road for the first time this season, the Hawkeyes almost let the hostile atmosphere get the...

Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro prepares to tackle Utah State running back Davon Booth 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.

Highlight to Watch: Iowa football’s Sebastian Castro’s pick-six

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 9, 2023

The momentum seemed to switch to the Cyclones late in the second quarter, as Iowa QB Cade McNamara threw his first interception in the Black and Gold. Just two plays later, such a potential shift was...

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson celebrates after scoring a touchdown during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Highlight to Watch: Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson’s first career TD

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 9, 2023

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson is making a statement in just his sixth collegiate game. The 5-foot-1o, 204-pounder had scampered for a 59-yard rush on Iowa's first drive of the afternoon before...

Iowa defensive lineman Logan Lee lifts his helmet while interacting with Iowa fans during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. Lee recorded five tackles in the game. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10.

Highlight to Watch: Iowa football denies Iowa State field goal

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 9, 2023

After letting up a 57-yard opening drive to the Cyclones, Iowa football got some much-needed insurance from defensive tackle Logan Lee. The senior and Illinois native broke through the line and blocked...

Iowa wide receiver Seth Anderson celebrates after scoring a touchdown 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.

Live updates | Iowa football squares off with Iowa State for 2023 Cy-Hawk Trophy

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 9, 2023

AMES, Iowa — The Iowa football team will continue its 2023 campaign with a 2:35 p.m. kickoff against the Iowa State Cyclones at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa, on Saturday. Today's matchup between...

An Iowa football helmet on the sideline during a game against Purdue University on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes 24 to 15. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Four-star recruit Nick Brooks commits to Iowa football

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 8, 2023

Iowa football’s future on the offensive line just got a lot brighter on Friday, as the Hawkeyes secured four-star recruit Nick Brooks out of John F. Kennedy High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Brooks,...

An Iowa fan cheers during the Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Cyclones ended a six-game Cy-Hawk series losing streak defeating Iowa, 10-7.

Where and when to watch Iowa take on Iowa State on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 7, 2023

The 70th edition of the annual Cy-Hawk game takes place Saturday afternoon, pitting undefeated Iowa against undefeated Iowa State. The Hawkeyes were No. 25 in the rankings before dropping out Tuesday...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara gives directions before the snap 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.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 2 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 7, 2023

Iowa @ Iowa State  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (3-3): Iowa – Two of my best friends go to Iowa State. They mean nothing to me.  Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (1-5): Iowa – Kirk Ferentz will...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson celebrates after a run 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.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 2 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden September 7, 2023

Pete Ruden's (1-2) Picks Money Earned To Date: $91 Iowa -4 I like Iowa to cover in Saturday’s Cy-Hawk game for a couple of reasons. The first? Iowa State’s performance against Northern Iowa...

Michigan running back Blake Corum scores a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and No. 4 Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. Corum took 29 carries for 133 yards and a touchdown. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 27-14.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 2 of the college football season

Cooper Worth, Football Reporter September 7, 2023

Power Rankings  Michigan — The Wolverines are poised for another big season.  Ohio State — It will take a few games for the offense to click under McCord. Penn State — The Nittany...