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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

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Western Michigan running back Jalen Buckley gets stopped by defensive lineman Logan Lee 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. Buckley averaged 2.1 yards per carry.

Week 4 Iowa football notebook | Iowa aware of the challenge ahead against Penn State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 19, 2023

For Iowa football running back Leshon Williams, silence is a sign of success. At Penn State’s Beaver Stadium on Saturday, Williams and the Hawkeyes will aim to quell what’s sure to be a raucous...

Iowa wide receiver Arland Bruce IV celebrates after a successful play during a football game between No. 17 Iowa and Illinois at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini 33-23 at the last home game of the season.

Bruce, Uhlis among four more former Hawkeyes to plead guilty to reduced underage gambling charge

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 19, 2023

Four more former Hawkeye athletes pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of underage gambling, it was announced on Monday. Former Iowa football receivers Jack Johnson and Arland Bruce IV and defensive...

Dec 4, 2022; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Denver Broncos running back Mike Boone (26) is hit by Baltimore Ravens safety Geno Stone (26) during the second half at M&T Bank Stadium. (Tommy Gilligan USA TODAY Sports)

Hawks in the NFL | Week 2

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter September 18, 2023

Former Iowa safety Geno Stone was all over the field on Sunday in the Baltimore Ravens’ 27-24 win over its division rival Cincinnati Bengals, recording nine total tackles, a pass deflection, and a...

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

Iowa football Week 3 Column | Hawkeyes’ 41 points not necessarily evidence of an offensive revival

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 17, 2023

At first glance, the 41-10 final score of Iowa football’s victory over Western Michigan says many things.  For Hawkeye offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz? A boost to his contract incentive of...

Western Michigan quarterback Treyson Bourguet prepares to catch a snap 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. Western Michigan had possession of the ball for 26 minutes and seven seconds.

Iowa defensive lineman Anterio Thompson makes the most of his ‘last opportunity’

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor September 16, 2023

  One of the first things Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz noticed about Anterio Thompson was his hands. And it wasn't just the size of them. "He's got the heaviest hands of anyone...

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.

Iowa wins big against Western Michigan on the heels of backup running backs

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter September 16, 2023

The Iowa Hawkeyes Football program has historically been referred to as “tight-end university” for its success at that particular position group, but after Iowa’s 41-10 Week 3 win against Western...

Iowa tight end Addison Ostrenga dives with 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. Ostrenga received the ball two times for 19 yards.

Photos: Iowa Football vs. Western Michigan

Emily Nyberg and Grace Smith September 16, 2023

Iowa defeated Western Michigan, 41-10, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16. The Hawkeyes lead in both time of possession and total yards. Iowa had 387 yards and 33:53 minutes with the...

Iowa wide receiver Diante Vines catches a pass for a touchdown during the first half of a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa defeats Western Michigan, 41-10, to finish non-conference play undefeated

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

No. 25 Iowa football defeated Western Michigan, 41-10, to close out its non-conference schedule. Now at 3-0, the Hawkeyes overcame a two-turnover first half and an injury to tight end Luke Lachey with...

Iowa running back Kamari Moulton dives 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. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Highlight to Watch: Iowa football’s Kamari Moulton scores second TD of day

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

It didn't take long for Iowa running back Kamari Moulton to score again. Following his three-yard score on the Hawkeyes' previous drive, Moulton got the ball again in the red zone after a Western Michigan...

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.

Highlight to watch: Iowa running back Kamari Moulton’s first-career touchdown

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

In the absence of starting running back Kaleb Johnson, Iowa's reserve ball-carriers have filled the void and then some. Alongside Leshon Williams and Jaziun Patterson, true freshman running back Kamari...

Iowa fans reach down for high-fives 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. Iowa’s record is 3-0 overall this season.

Highlight to Watch: Iowa defensive lineman Anterio Thompson’s blocked punt

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

  It didn't take long for Iowa to make a statement in the second half. Forcing a three-and-out on Western Michigan's opening drive, the Hawkeyes' special teams unit got in on the action with...

Iowa running back Leshon Williams runs the ball during a football game between Iowa and No. 4 Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. Williams carried the ball eight times for 34 yards. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 27-14.

Highlight to watch: Iowa running back Leshon Williams’ 25-yard touchdown catch

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

Iowa football running back Leshon Williams has had quite the game for the Hawkeyes. The junior and Chicago native had 10 rushes for 127 yards, before catching Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara's screen...