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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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Iowa wide receiver Diante Vines runs after a reception during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. Vines recorded three receptions for 25 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 24-10.

Highlight to watch: Iowa receiver Diante Vines’ first career touchdown catch

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

Iowa wide receiver Diante Vines has often referred to himself as the Hawkeye player with the best fashion sense. In the second quarter of the Hawkeyes' game against Western Michigan on Saturday, Vines...

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey hops off the field after an ankle injury in the first quarter 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 tight end Luke Lachey injured, helped off field

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey left the Hawkeyes' game against Western Michigan due to injury. He will not return. The junior appeared to injure his right ankle while attempting to make a catch on third...

Hawkeye fans Richard and Andy smoke cigars before a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Western Michigan in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023.

Photos: Tailgate – No. 25 Iowa vs. Western Michigan

Jordan Barry and Lua Rasga September 16, 2023

Football fans flocked to Iowa City before a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 16. Before the game, the Hawkeye's record sits at 2-0 and the...

Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro celebrates 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. Castro had three solo tackles.

Live updates | Iowa football closes out non-conference slate against Western Michigan

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor September 16, 2023

Iowa football will take on Western Michigan at 2:40 p.m. at Kinnick Stadium to close out its non-conference slate. The Hawkeyes are 2-0 and coming off a 20-13 rival victory over the Iowa State Cyclones....

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. The Huskers lead the Hawkeyes at halftime, 17-0. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson listed as out for Saturday’s game against Western Michigan

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 16, 2023

Iowa starting running back Kaleb Johnson is listed as out for Saturday’s game against Western Michigan due to injury.  https://twitter.com/ChadLeistikow/status/1703100707832787276 Johnson...

Iowa punter Tory Taylor, long snapper Luke Elkin, and kicker Drew Stevens celebrate a field goal 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.

Where and when to watch Iowa take on Western Michigan on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2023

Iowa looks to keep its undefeated record as it heads into its final non-conference game of the season against Western Michigan. The Hawkeyes are averaging 22 points on the season while the Broncos...

Iowa wide receiver Nico Ragaini runs downfield after catching a pass during a football game between No. 3 Iowa and No. 4 Penn State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 23-20. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 3 of the college football season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2023

Power Rankings Michigan – The Wolverines’ cupcake schedule continues, yet they still complain about a self-imposed suspension.  Penn State – The Nittany Lions have done more than enough...

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.

Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro trusts the process and is playing with confidence

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor September 14, 2023

Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro is the epitome of trusting the process.  The fifth-year was a three-star recruit and garnered an offer from just four Power Five programs. In his first few...

Contributed photo by Heidi Larson

‘Keeps Smiling Along’

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2023

Iowa football Kid Captain Maggie Larson talks with her eyes.  Closing them tight means no. If she doesn’t like what someone’s saying, she’ll simply look away. And if she really doesn’t...

Iowa Linebacker Jay Higgins throws the ball 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.

Iowa football middle linebacker Jay Higgins is ready to shine and continue the Hawkeye standard

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 14, 2023

Beyond all of the running on grass fields in local parks, what Iowa senior linebacker Jay Higgins remembers best from his youth football days was his passion for the game — a passion that hasn’t...

Iowa punter Tory Taylor waves to fans after 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. Taylor averaged 46.3 yards per punt.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 3 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2023

Western Michigan @ Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (7-5): Iowa – This is a big game for Brian Ferentz contract observers.  Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (4-8): Iowa –  This is a good chance...

Iowa offensive linemen Nick DeJong and Rusty Feth carry the Cy-Hawk Trophy after 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.

One-on-one with Iowa offensive lineman Nick DeJong

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor September 14, 2023

The Daily Iowan: What is your favorite food they serve the teams here at the facility? Nick DeJong: Two nights ago they brought us chicken Alfredo that was really good, so I think that might be...