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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

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Ohio State fans celebrate a touchdown from Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. during a football game between Iowa and No. 2 Ohio State at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022. Harrison Jr. caught seven passes for 62 yards. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes, 54-10.

Ohio State wideout Marvin Harrison Jr. looking to build on breakout sophomore season

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 26, 2023

To say that Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. grew up in a football family is an understatement.  His father, Marvin Harrison, played in the NFL for 13 seasons, all with the Indianapolis...

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz looks onto the field during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, N.J. on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 27-10.

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz talks offensive line, transfer portal, gambling investigation

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor July 26, 2023

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz participated in day one of Big Ten Football Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Wednesday morning. Ferentz said he is excited to learn more about...

Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz throws a pass during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. Mertz threw for 16 completions on 35 attempts. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 24-10.

Opinion | Getting rid of divisions won’t work for the Big Ten

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 25, 2023

Ahead of the 2011 season, the Big Ten decided to add divisions. The divisions were titled “Legends” and “Leaders,” and traditional rivals were placed in opposite divisions, such as Wisconsin...

Iowa fans play beer pong in Iowa City before a football game between No. 5 Iowa and Kent State on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021.

Beer Wars: The newest piece of the Cy-Hawk rivalry

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 18, 2023

1894 was a significant year for sports in Iowa. It marked the beginning of the Cy-Hawk game, the annual football contest between Iowa and Iowa State that gives either team’s fanbase bragging rights...

Iowa Quarterback Cade McNamara talks with teammates during a spring football practice at the Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

Point/Counterpoint | How many games will Iowa football win in 2023?

Matt McGowan and Kenna Roering July 11, 2023

8-4 By: Matt McGowan The warming optimism of spring and summer doesn’t compare to the cold, biting reality of fall. Looking at the Hawkeyes' 2023 regular schedule, they will improve, but only by one...

Iowa fans storm the field after 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.

Opinion | Top five wins in recent Iowa football history

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter July 11, 2023

Iowa has experienced some memorable moments under Hayden Fry and Kirk Ferentz. Here are five best wins in recent program history, and a few honorable mentions: No. 5 | 1981 Iowa vs Nebraska  As...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks off the field after the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl between Iowa and Kentucky at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 21-0. With the win, Ferentz tied former Penn State head coach Joe Paterno for most bowl victories as a Big Ten coach with 10.

Is he in or out? A look at Kirk Ferentz’s Hall of Fame resume

Brad Schultz, Sports Reporter June 27, 2023

In 24 seasons as Iowa’s head football coach, Kirk Ferentz has had a lengthy list of accomplishments. These include two Big Ten titles in 2002 and 2004, Big Ten West division titles in 2015 and...

A baseball game between Iowa and Wisconsin-Milwaukee is seen at Duane Banks Field on Wednesday, April 12, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers, 12-1.

Iowa student-athletes under investigation by Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission

Kenna Roering, Sports Reporter May 8, 2023

The Iowa Racing and Gaming Committee launched an investigation into the Iowa baseball team on Monday after several Hawkeyes were suspended this past weekend against Ohio State, according to a report...

Iowa linebacker Seth Benson walks off the field during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on November 25, 2022. Benson had eight total tackles. The Cornhuskers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-17.

Undrafted free agent tracker | Where former Iowa football players ended up

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter April 29, 2023

Several former Hawkeye football players who entered the 2023 NFL Draft did not hear their names called over the seven rounds of selections.  But they were picked up by organizations as undrafted...

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.

NFL Draft roundup | Tracking where former Hawkeyes landed

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor April 29, 2023

Iowa football was one of just five teams that had multiple first round picks on the opening night of the NFL Draft on Thursday. Alabama, Georgia, and Ohio State had three picks each in the first...

Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell watches the ball during a football game between Iowa and South Dakota State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Jackrabbits, 7-3. (Ayrton Breckenridge/The Daily Iowan)

From Iowa football to the Detroit Lions: Jack Campbell, Sam LaPorta stay teammates in NFL

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor April 29, 2023

The NFL Draft didn’t stop former Hawkeyes Jack Campbell and Sam LaPorta from being teammates. Both Campbell and LaPorta were drafted by the Detroit Lions this weekend. Campbell, a linebacker,...

Iowa defensive back Riley Moss signals an incompletion during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. Moss had four total tackles. The Huskers lead the Hawkeyes at halftime, 17-0.

Former Iowa football player Riley Moss selected in by Denver Broncos in third round of 2023 NFL Draft

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor April 28, 2023

Former Iowa defensive back Riley Moss is off to Denver. The Broncos selected Moss with the 83rd overall pick in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft Friday night, and he will now be teammates with...