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The Daily Iowan

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

The Daily Iowan

Kid captain Gracelyn Springer smiles as she walks out of the Kinnick tunnel during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, August 12, 2023.

Kid Captain Gracelyn Springer faced rare cancer with confidence from the start

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor August 31, 2023

Gracelyn Springer was diagnosed with Ewing’s sarcoma, a rare cancer typically found in the leg bones or soft tissue of the chest, abdomen, or limbs, when she was eight years old. But Gracelyn’s tumor...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara throws the ball during a spring football practice at the Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

New Iowa starting quarterback Cade McNamara is fearless under pressure.

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 31, 2023

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara has grown up with competition. The oldest of three brothers, McNamara has battled with his siblings in various disciplines, whether it be football games in the basement...

Iowa tight end Erick All talks with fans during a spring football practice at the Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

Breakdown of Iowa football’s 2023 opponents

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter August 31, 2023

Iowa kicks off its 2023 season on Saturday against Utah State. A sea of black and gold will flood Melrose Avenue and tailgate parties will be in full force. Expectations among Hawkeye fans are high,...

Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz shakes hands with quarterback Cade McNamara after a spring football practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

Iowa football notebook: Hawkeye starting QB Cade McNamara returns amid preparation for Utah State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 29, 2023

When Iowa football released its official depth chart on Monday, Hawkeye faithfuls were greeted with a welcome sight: Cade McNamara as QB1. After missing two weeks due to a soft tissue injury he...

Iowa defense end Noah Shannon attempts to block a pass by Northwestern quarterback Andrew Marty during a football game between No. 19 Iowa and Northwestern at Ryan Field in Evanston, Illinois, on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021.

NCAA suspends Iowa football defensive lineman Noah Shannon for season

Colin Votzmeyer and Kenna Roering August 23, 2023

The NCAA suspended Iowa football starting defensive tackle Noah Shannon for the season after its investigation into gambling violations, Hawkeye football head coach Kirk Ferentz announced to the media...

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey, quarterback Cade McNamara, and linebacker Logan Jones (left to right) sit on the field during Iowa football media day in Iowa City on Friday, August 11, 2023.

Iowa football 2023 season preview: New-look Hawkeyes seek to win Big Ten West in its final season of existence

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 22, 2023

Call it a facelift. Call it a rebrand. Call it an upgrade. Any way you slice it, the Iowa football team certainly has a different look heading into the 2023 season. Head coach Kirk Ferentz utilized...

Iowa defensive back Brenden Deasfernandes signs a kids overalls during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, August 12, 2023.

Photos: 2023 Kids’ Day at Kinnick

Carly Schrum and Tyler Downey August 12, 2023

On Saturday, August 12th, the University of Iowa hosted its annual Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City. The Hawkeyes showcased their new quarterback, Cade McNamara, as well as introduced fans to several...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara receives a hug during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, August 12, 2023.

Iowa football quarterback Cade McNamara ‘day-to-day’ after suffering injury during open practice

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 12, 2023

Transfer quarterback Cade McNamara demonstrated plenty of poise in the pocket at Iowa football’s annual Kids’ Day at Kinnick Saturday and showed no signs of his November 2022 knee surgery with...

Connor Colby, second from left, and other Iowa offensive linemen walk onto the field during Iowa football media day in Iowa City on Saturday Aug. 11, 2023.

Iowa football offense confident heading into 2023 season despite recent struggles

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor August 11, 2023

Iowa football held its annual media day on Friday afternoon following the eighth practice of fall camp, and the progression of the new Hawkeye offense was near the top of everyone’s radar.  After...

Iowa defensive players interact during Iowa football media day in Iowa City on Friday, August 11, 2023.

Iowa football defense looks to continue stellar 2022 season with determination

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 11, 2023

The 2023 Iowa defense may be without some key fixtures at defensive line, linebacker, and the secondary, but players and coaches said at media day on Friday that the Hawkeye ‘D’ has all the makings...

Iowa offensive players interact during Iowa football media day in Iowa City on Friday, August 11, 2023.

Photos: 2023 Iowa football media day

Cody Blissett, Visual Editor August 11, 2023

Iowa football hosted its annual media day in Iowa City on Friday. Iowa Quarterback Cade McNamara shared the confidence he has in the team this year. “We have a lot of talent, and the thing that...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz exits the field after a near seven hour football game between Iowa and Nevada at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolfpack, 27-0.

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz discusses results of gambling probe, impacts of conference expansion at Iowa football media day

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor August 11, 2023

During his press conference Friday at Iowa football’s media day, Hawkeye head coach Kirk Ferentz had much to say about off-the-field events. Ferentz discussed the state of Iowa’s ongoing investigation...