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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

Iowa fullback Monte Pottebaum carries the ball during a football game between No. 16 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Corn Huskers 28-21. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Hawkeye football players discuss Iowa’s reputation among NFL scouts, coaches after pro day

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor March 20, 2023

Scouts and coaches from across the NFL came to Iowa City on Monday to meet with former Hawkeye football players set to enter the draft and watch them participate in various drills. All the players...

University of President Barbara Wilson speaks with members of The Daily Iowan in Jesup Hall on April 20, 2022.

UI President Barbara Wilson says Iowa Athletics will pay full $4.2 million in racial discrimination lawsuit

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor March 9, 2023

University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson released a statement on Thursday regarding the use of taxpayer funds in a racial discrimination settlement with Iowa Athletics. “I appreciate the work...

Henry B. and Patricia B. Tippie Director of Athletics Chair Gary Barta watches the Iowa football team warmup before a football game between Iowa and South Dakota State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022.

Hawkeye fans react to calls for athletic director Gary Barta’s termination following racial discrimination settlement

Chloe Peterson and Liam Halawith March 7, 2023

Hawkeye fans have mixed feelings about Iowa athletics director Gary Barta after the University of Iowa requested the state’s taxpayers pay $2 million in the settlement of a racial discrimination...

Iowa helmets sit on the sidelines before a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6.

UI, regents settle racial discrimination lawsuit for $4.2 million with former Iowa football players

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor March 6, 2023

The University of Iowa and state Board of Regents plan to settle a racial discrimination lawsuit with 12 former Iowa football players for $4.2 million on Monday. The case’s plaintiffs — Akrum...

Iowa defensive lineman Lukas Van Ness competes in a drill with defensive end Brian Allen during a spring practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 23, 2022.

Hawks in the NFL | Combine Edition

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter March 5, 2023

Five former Hawkeye standouts participated at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis this weekend. Tight end Sam LaPorta, defensive lineman Lukas Van Ness, linebacker Jack Campbell, and defensive backs...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara speaks with reporters, Thursday, March 2, 2023, at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City, Iowa.

Iowa football quarterback Cade McNamara cites relationship with Jon Budmayr, culture as reasons for picking Hawkeyes

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor March 2, 2023

A select number of Iowa football players met with media members for the first time this spring inside the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City on Thursday. Among them: new quarterback Cade...

Iowa helmets sit on the sidelines before a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6.

Former Iowa football players drop claims against coaches, keep UI, regents as defendants in lawsuit

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor February 28, 2023

Four Iowa football coaches have been dropped from a lawsuit alleging racial discrimination and harassment, multiple sources reported Tuesday. Head coach Kirk Ferentz, offensive coordinator Brian...

Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz speaks during a joint coaches press conference for the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl at Gaylord Resort and Convention Center in Nashville on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022.

Iowa Athletics amends contract of Hawkeye football offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor February 6, 2023

Iowa athletic director Gary Barta announced Monday that the Hawkeye football program has amended offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz's contract for the 2023 season. Iowa football had one of the...

Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara carries the ball during the Big Ten Championship game between No. 13 Iowa and No. 2 Michigan at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021.

Iowa football rebuilds 2023 roster with 44 newcomers

Kenna Roering, Sports Reporter February 1, 2023

Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz and director of recruiting Tyler Barnes addressed reporters in the Hansen Football Performance Center’s All-America Room on Wednesday afternoon regarding the...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz watches action during a football game between Iowa and Purdue at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind., on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers, 24-3.

Kirk Ferentz points to Iowa football offensive line as source for 2022 struggles, focal point for improvement in 2023

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor February 1, 2023

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz pointed to his team’s offensive line play as a source for the lack of offensive production in 2022. With another year of experience for returning players, along...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz puts on a headset during the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl between Iowa and Kentucky at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. The Iowa offense recorded 206 yards compared to Kentucky’s 185. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 21-0.

Kirk Ferentz says Iowa football will keep current staff, offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz for 2023 season

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor February 1, 2023

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz said he won't be making any staffing changes between the 2022 and 2023 football season — including his son and offensive coordinator, Brian Ferentz. "As I...

Jan 22, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) celebrates after a play during the fourth quarter of a NFC divisional round game against the Dallas Cowboys at Levi's Stadium.

Hawks in the NFL | Divisional Round

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter January 23, 2023

The NFL’s divisional round is over, and just one former Iowa Hawkeye still has a shot to win it all. Losses by the New York Giants, Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys, and Jacksonville Jaguars over the...