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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa running back Kamari Moulton carries the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10. Moulton carried the ball for 50 yards and two touchdowns.

Five things to watch ahead of Iowa football’s game against Michigan State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 28, 2023

1. Offensive line play  In all of the bad that occurred last Saturday at Happy Valley, the performance of the Iowa offensive line might have been the worst. Both the pass blocking and run blocking...

Photo contributed by Monica Rannals of Wyatt Rannals.

2023 Iowa football Kid Captain Wyatt Rannals exudes courage and joy

Julia Rhodes, News Reporter September 28, 2023

Wyatt Rannals loves music. Along with his family and strength, music is one of the consistencies in the 9-year-old’s life that brings joy to a boy with a complex medical history.  At only...

Michigan State University head football coach Mel Tucker speaks at his first press conference as MSU’s head coach at the Breslin Student Events Center on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020. (Neil Blake/MLive)

Michigan State football head coach Mel Tucker fired amid sexual harassment allegations, leaving void in team leadership

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 28, 2023

In 2021, Michigan State football coach Mel Tucker became one of college football’s highest-paid coaches. Two years later, he lost his job amid sexual harassment allegations. Tucker first signed...

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson carries the ball 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 rushed for 86 yards.

One on One with Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor September 28, 2023

The Daily Iowan: What’s your go-to hype music before a game?  Jaziun Patterson: I would have to go with NBA Youngboy. I can’t say the first word. It’s the ‘B’ word. “Let's Do It.” Do...

Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins tackles Penn State wide receiver Kaden Saunders 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.

Where and when to watch Iowa football battle Michigan State on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 28, 2023

Iowa football heads into its second conference game of the season on Saturday against Michigan State. In front of a soldout crowd all donned in black, the Hawkeyes will look to get back to a .500 record...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara looks to pass during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10. McNamara threw for 103 yards.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 5 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 28, 2023

Michigan State @ Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (15-9): Iowa – These two teams were the best in the Big Ten in 2015. I still don’t believe it.  Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (9-15): Iowa...

Iowa wide receiver Diante Vines runs the ball during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10. Vines had 7 receiving yards and one touchdown.

‘Heart of a lion’: Iowa football’s Diante Vines refuses to give up amid adversity

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor September 28, 2023

Diante Vines felt a comforting presence wash over him when he scored his first touchdown in an Iowa uniform. Vines said it was his Uncle Mike, who had just died from Stage 4 metastatic cancer a...

Iowa tight end Erick All catches a pass during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10. All had 34 receiving yards and scored a two-point conversion.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 5 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden September 28, 2023

Pete Ruden’s (8-4, $730) Picks: Iowa -11.5 This line opened at Iowa -7 and steamed up quickly to -11.5. I don’t think it’s time to stop buying. Do I love betting on an offense coming off...

Iowa running back Max White and his teammates celebrate White’s touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10. White rushed the ball three yards and a touchdown.

PCP | Will Iowa win the Big Ten West Division?

Jake Olson and Keaton Speicher September 26, 2023

Yes When the 2023 football schedule was announced, I immediately knew the Iowa football team had a great chance to win the Big Ten West Division.  The Hawkeyes drew a very favorable mix of non-conference...

Iowa offensive lineman Gennings Dunker blocks Penn State defensive end Zuriah Fisher 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 right tackle Gennings Dunker commands presence on and off field

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter September 26, 2023

When discussing Iowa football each offseason, not much is typically said about the offensive line. The unit has been a breeding ground for NFL teams looking to fill up their front five, as 19 former...

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.

Iowa football notebook Week 5 | Hawkeyes move on from Happy Valley beatdown, brace for Michigan State Spartans

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 26, 2023

While Iowa football’s 31-0 loss to Penn State might remain in fans’ heads for quite a while, it only took 24 hours for Hawkeye players to move on from the defeat.  On Sunday, Iowa players watched...

Iowa defensive lineman A.J. Epenesa returns a fumble for a touchdown during Iowa's game against Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini 63-0.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 3

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter September 25, 2023

Former Iowa defensive standouts A.J. Epenesa and Micah Hyde shined for the Buffalo Bills on Sunday in their win over the Washington Commanders, 37-3 — each picking off quarterback Sam Howell, with...