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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 quarter back during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.

Brendan Sullivan’s first start gives hope for Iowa quarterback position moving forward

Chris Meglio, Sports Reporter November 2, 2024

Iowa football fans will walk home satisfied tonight. After calls for quarterback Brendan Sullivan to step up into the starting role, he excelled in his first Hawkeye start — and relied on his foundation...

Iowa defensive back Deshaun Lee celebrates after the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Deshaun Lee’s defensive prowess propels Iowa to a comfortable 42-10 victory over Wisconsin

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter November 2, 2024

Turning to the sea of 69,000 Iowa fans decorated in black, starting defensive back Deshaun Lee could run through a brick wall.  Celebrating with teammates and waving both arms to hype up the already...

Iowa defensive back Deshaun Lee celebrates during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes lead the Aggies, 17-3, at halftime.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Wisconsin

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor November 2, 2024

Brendan Sullivan — A- The quarterback’s start to his first Iowa start was slow but not ugly, remaining patient in the pocket as he broke through with a big connection to fellow Northwestern...

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan runs the ball during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 40-14.

Iowa football quiets Wisconsin in 42-10 win at home

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor November 2, 2024

The Iowa football team bested cross-border rival Wisconsin, 42-10, inside Kinnick Stadium on Saturday night. In his first start at Iowa, quarterback Brendan Sullivan played his role perfectly, completing...

Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris celebrates following a safety during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. Following the first half the Hawkeyes lead the Wildcats, 12-7. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Live updates | Iowa football brings Wisconsin to town in first home night game

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter November 2, 2024

The Iowa football team is hosting Wisconsin inside Kinnick Stadium on Saturday with kickoff time set for 6:34 p.m — its first home night game of the year. The Hawkeyes are coming off a 40-14 home...

Kid Captain Hunter Mickelson (front) smiles as Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks with him during Kid’s Day at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 10, 2024. Iowa football players signed autographs for young fans and held an open practice on the Kinnick field.

Kid Captain Hunter Mickelson thrives in managing rare condition

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter November 1, 2024

Hunter Mickelson’s parents, John and Brooke, ensure Hunter knows he’s special – one in a million even. In terms of his rare diagnosis of a kidney condition called nephrogenic diabetes insipidus...

Iowa wide reciever Kaden Wetjen returns a punt during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Wetjen returned two punts during the game.

Iowa football’s Kaden Wetjen’s patience finally pays off

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor November 1, 2024

When he’s not sprinting down the field, Kaden Wetjen is still. Very still. The Iowa football team’s kick and punt returner waits near the end zone, arms at his sides. The ball will arrive eventually...

Northwestern prepares to punt the ball during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 40-14.

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Wisconsin

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 1, 2024

The Iowa football team hosts Wisconsin in its annual Military Appreciation Day on Saturday night at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes will have a new starting quarterback in Brendan Sullivan, who takes...

Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson signals a safety during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 40-14.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 10 of the college football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden November 1, 2024

Pete Ruden's (8-15-1, $729) Picks: Iowa -3 This game will begin and end on the legs of Kaleb Johnson. Wisconsin ranks just 105th in Defensive Line Yards, and if the Badgers aren’t getting...

Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell speaks at a press conference during day one of Big Ten Football Media day  at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s prime-time matchup against Wisconsin

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 1, 2024

1. Badger rushing attack  In Phil Longo’s first year as offensive coordinator for Wisconsin, the Badgers featured an Air Raid offense that produced the most completions and fourth-most passing...

Iowa defensive lineman Max Llewellyn shakes hands with Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson after forcing a safety during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 40-14. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

One-on-one with Iowa defensive lineman Max Llewellyn

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor November 1, 2024

What do you like about playing for Coach Ferentz?  Max Llewellyn: He’s just such a stand-up guy. I think what you see is what you get. He’ll tell you straight, and he’s the best. I love playing...