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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 quarterback Alex Padilla scrambles during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. Padilla had a quarterback rating of 10.8. The Huskers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-17.

Former Iowa football quarterback Alex Padilla commits to SMU

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor January 20, 2023

Former Iowa football backup quarterback Alex Padilla committed to SMU on Friday, he announced via Twitter. Padilla entered the transfer portal in November 2022. https://twitter.com/APadilla_8/status/1616561014455275521   Padilla...

Michigan quarterback Cade McNamara throws a pass 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. McNamara threw for 16 completions on 24 attempts. The Wolverines became Big Ten Champions after defeating the Hawkeyes, 42-3.

Previewing Iowa’s 2023 football team

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor January 17, 2023

Iowa football will look much different in 2023. The Hawkeyes lost key players at quarterback, linebacker, tight end, wide receiver, and running back. But Hawkeye head coach Kirk Ferentz has been...

Nov 6, 2022; Landover, Maryland, USA; Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson (87) catches a pass against the Washington Commanders during the first quarter at FedExField.

Hawks in the NFL | Wild Card Round

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter January 16, 2023

Football alumni represented the University of Iowa in every game of the NFL’s first round of the playoffs. Seventeen Hawkeyes played throughout Wild Card Weekend. Former Hawkeyes suited up in...

Kevin Warren, commissioner of the Big Ten Conference, speaks during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Target Center in Minneapolis on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022. This year marks the first year of the Target Center hosting Big Ten Media Days. "Our priority has to make sure that we ensure growth, sustainability, and strength for our student athletes and our member institutions."

Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren hired as Chicago Bears president and CEO

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor January 12, 2023

Kevin Warren will leave his post as the Big Ten Commissioner to become the Chicago Bears' next president and CEO, it was announced Thursday. Warren, an attorney, became the conference commissioner...

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.

Iowa football defensive lineman Lukas Van Ness declares for 2023 NFL Draft

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor January 3, 2023

Iowa football defensive lineman Lukas Van Ness is declaring for the 2023 NFL Draft, he announced via Twitter on Tuesday. "My time at Iowa has been very special and I will always be a Hawkeye," Van...

Iowa quarterback Carson May throws a pass during Iowa football’s Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. Iowa introduced its 2022 kid captains before the team practiced in front of fans. The freshman from Oklahoma was a 3-star recruited by schools including Baylor and Colorado.

Iowa football quarterback Carson May to enter transfer portal

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor January 3, 2023

Iowa true freshman quarterback Carson May entered the transfer portal Tuesday morning, he announced on Twitter. https://twitter.com/carsonmay_3/status/1610321233849249797?s=46&t=NDPvQDnQQ5G_ou9_Jb6yDg   May,...

Iowa wide receiver Diante Vines celebrates with fans after the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium in Nashville on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022. The Hawkeyes became the 2022 TransPerfect  Music City Bowl champions after defeating the Wildcats, 21-0.

Photos: Best of the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl

Jerod Ringwald and Grace Smith January 1, 2023

Two Daily Iowan photojournalists, Grace Smith and Jerod Ringwald, spent the week in Nashville covering events ahead of the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl between Iowa and Kentucky. Here are some of...

DITV Sports: Recap of a Crazy 2022 Football Season

AJ Reisetter, DITV Sports Reporter January 1, 2023
DITV Sports reporter AJ Reisetter breaks down the biggest storylines from a crazy 2022 football season

DITV Sports: Iowa Hawkeyes close 2022 with an emotional Music City Bowl Championship

Michael Merrick, DITV Sports Director January 1, 2023
DITV Sports Director Michael Merrick recaps Iowa Football's emotional victory over the Kentucky Wildcats in the Transperfect Music City Bowl.
Iowa quarterback Joe Labas calls a play in the huddle during the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl between Iowa and Kentucky at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. Labas passed for 139 yards and a touchdown. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 21-0.

Opinion | Iowa football could compete with the Big Ten’s top teams in 2023 with marginal offensive improvement

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor December 31, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Iowa football's 2022 campaign wasn't pretty. The Hawkeyes looked great at times, but at others, they looked like the bottom feeders of the Big Ten Conference. Through the wins...

Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell and defensive back Xavier Nwankpa combine to tackle Kentucky running back JuTahn McClain during the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl between Iowa and Kentucky at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. Campbell recorded 10 tackles, including a sack. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 21-0.

Grading Iowa football’s 21-0 victory over Kentucky in the Music City Bowl

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor December 31, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Iowa football took down Kentucky, 21-0, on Saturday in the Music City Bowl to end the 2022 season. With the win, the Hawkeyes avenged their 20-17 loss to the Wildcats in the 2022...

Iowa players celebrate with the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl trophy during the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl between Iowa and Kentucky at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 21-0.

Photos: 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl

Jerod Ringwald and Grace Smith December 31, 2022

Iowa became the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl champions after defeating Kentucky, 21-0, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville on Saturday. With the win, head coach Kirk Ferentz tied former Penn State head...