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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

Kid captain Dylan McGivern grabs a signed shirt from Iowa defensive back Terry Roberts during Iowa football’s Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022.

Lifelong Hawkeye fan Dylan McGivern ready to appear at Kinnick Stadium as final Kid Captain of 2022 season

Eleanor Hildebrandt, Senior News Reporter November 21, 2022

Dylan McGivern won’t be alone when he takes the field at Kinnick Stadium on Friday. While 55 friends and family members sit in the stands and cheer him on at the Iowa-Nebraska game, Dylan will...

Purdue running back Dylan Downing (38) carries the ball as Iowa defensive end Joe Evans (13) tackles him 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.

One-on-one with Iowa football defensive end Joe Evans

Isaac Goffin, Football Reporter November 21, 2022

The Daily Iowan: You’re a born-and-raised Iowan. What does that mean to you? Joe Evans: I love this state, to be honest with you. I think this is the greatest state in the country. Great place...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks down the sideline during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 13 of the college football season

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor November 21, 2022

Power Rankings Ohio State — It’s simple copy-paste work. Michigan — Just like last year, the winner of this week’s game will go to the Big Ten title game, then the CFP.  Penn State...

Iowa linebacker Seth Benson (44) directs the defense 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.

Goal-setting key to Iowa football linebacker Seth Benson’s success

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor November 21, 2022

Iowa senior linebacker Seth Benson said goal-setting has been a key to his success as a two-year starter on the Hawkeye defense. But, that mindset did not begin when Seth came to Iowa City from Sioux...

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta runs after a reception during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. LaPorta caught four passes for 95 yards, but did not finish the game because of injury. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10.

Iowa football tight end Sam LaPorta, fullback Monte Pottebaum not listed on Week 13 depth chart

Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor November 21, 2022

Senior tight end Sam LaPorta and fullback Monte Pottebaum were not listed on Iowa football's Week 13 depth chart released Monday afternoon. Both suffered injuries in Iowa's game against Minnesota last...

Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell intercepts a pass during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. Campbell returned the ball to the end zone. Officials later determined Campbell stepped out of bounds on the return. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Linebacker Jack Campbell forces two turnovers in fourth quarter of Iowa football’s win over Minnesota

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor November 20, 2022

Iowa football linebacker Seth Benson gave his teammate, Jack Campbell, credit for the Hawkeyes’ 13-10 win over Minnesota Saturday. Benson said the rallying cry Campbell preached to the Hawkeye defense...

Minnesota running back Mohamed Ibrahim carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. Ibrahim carried the ball 39 times for 263 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10.

Iowa defense struggles to stop running back Mohamed Ibrahim in win over Minnesota

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor November 20, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS — Before Iowa’s matchup with Minnesota on Saturday afternoon at Huntington Bank Stadium, the Hawkeye run defense ranked eighth in the nation and third in the Big Ten, giving up 88.6...

Iowa fans cheer for the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10.

Opinion | Iowa football is on the precipice of one of the greatest turnarounds in Kirk Ferentz’s head coaching tenure

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor November 20, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS — Iowa football is one win away from what might be the most impressive midseason revitalization in the Kirk Ferentz era. Four weeks ago, the Hawkeyes lost to the Ohio State Buckeyes,...

Iowa offensive lineman Mason Richman celebrates a first down after a reception from tight end Sam LaPorta during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Grading Iowa football’s 13-10 road win over Minnesota

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor November 19, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS — The Iowa football team defeated Minnesota, 13-10, Saturday afternoon at Huntington Bank Stadium. The Hawkeyes claimed the Floyd of Rosedale for the eighth consecutive time. Iowa...

Iowa fans cheer for the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10.

Photos: Iowa football vs. Minnesota

Jerod Ringwald and Daniel McGregor-Huyer November 19, 2022

Iowa football defeated Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, 13-10. A 17-degree kick-off temperature became the second lowest recorded in the stadium's history for a game. Iowa...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras dives in for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Twitter reacts to Iowa football’s victory over Minnesota

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor November 19, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS — Iowa football took down Minnesota, 13-10, on Saturday at Huntington Bank Stadium. The Hawkeyes notched their fourth Big Ten win in a row, moving to 7-4 on the season and 5-3 in Big...