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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

The Daily Iowan

Iowa players walk off the field after a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 40-14.

On the Line | The Daily Iowan’s football coverage team picks a slate of Week 10 games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 1, 2024

Wisconsin @ Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (29-19): Iowa – I only go to the state of Wisconsin for the waterslides. . Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor (32-16): Iowa – We’re all only really...

Players and fans react to a touchdown by Iowa wide receiver Kaden Wetjen during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 40-14.

Around the Big Ten | Power rankings, matchups ahead of a heated slate of Big Ten games

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor November 1, 2024

Power Rankings Oregon — Not what I was expecting, but the Ducks are No. 1 in the country for a reason. Penn State — Not that it’ll translate to any success in the postseason. It never...

Hawkeye Radio Network’s Gary Dolphin and Pat Angerer do an ad read before a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 40-14.

Sharing a privilege | How Hawkeye Radio Network’s Gary Dolphin and Pat Angerer balance spontaneity and responsibility.

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 1, 2024

Each donning a black Iowa football quarter zip, the similarities between Gary Dolphin and Pat Angerer begin and end with their clothing. Before the Hawkeyes’ game against Northwestern last Saturday,...

(Left) Oct 19, 2008; Green Bay, WI, USA; Indianapolis Colts tight end Dallas Clark (44) rushes with the football after catching a pass as Green Bay Packers cornerback Charles Woodson (21) defends during the first quarter at Lambeau Field. The Packers defeated the Colts 34-14. (Right) Sep 12, 1993; Foxboro, MA, USA; FILE PHOTO; New England Patriots linebacker (56) Andre Tippett in action against the Detroit Lions at Foxboro Stadium.

Point/Counterpoint | Greatest Hawkeye NFLer ever?

Trey Benson and Colin Votzmeyer October 29, 2024

Dallas Clark Tight End University — need I say more? Dating back to the Hayden Fry era, the Hawkeye football team has consistently produced top-tier tight ends. From the likes of George Kittle...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson stiff arms Northwestern defensive back Damon Walters before running into the endzone during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Oct. 26. Johnson averaged 7.8 yards per carry, scoring three touchdowns and totaling 109 yards. Johnson now has 16 rushing touchdowns for the season. Following the first half the Hawkeyes lead the Wildcats, 12-7.

Iowa football scouting report | Wisconsin

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 29, 2024

Following a dominating 40-14 homecoming win over Northwestern last weekend, the Iowa football team looks to keep the momentum going against rival Wisconsin, who enters the contest at 5-3 overall and...

Oct 27, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during the third quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Hawks in the NFL | Week 8

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 29, 2024

Sunday was National Tight End Day, and the NFL certainly got the most out of it. The 16 touchdowns and 177 catches were both NFL records by tight ends in a single day.  George Kittle was introduced...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz walks along the sidelines during a football game between Washington and Iowa at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 40-16. (Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football notebook | Head coach Kirk Ferentz talks quarterback change, punting shower thoughts

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 29, 2024

After nearly a year, Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan is back atop the depth chart – this time manning the helm of the last team he started against. The Hawkeye defense gave Sullivan and Northwestern...

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan celebrates on the sideline after running for a first down during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. Sullivan had 79 passing yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 40-14.

Column | Iowa football turned baseball battle into track meet. It has no reason to go back.

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 27, 2024

Neither Jay Higgins nor Nick Jackson wanted the football. Jogging off the field amid a roaring Kinnick Stadium, the pair treated the pigskin like a hot potato, tossing it back and forth to each other...

Iowa players celebrate Iowa defensive lineman Kenneth Merriweather during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 40-14.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Northwestern

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 26, 2024

Rushing offense: A+ Another Saturday, another 200-yard rushing performance for the Hawkeyes. Iowa struggled to get the run game going early, amassing 17 yards in the first quarter and 72 over the...

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan throws 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 backup quarterback Brendan Sullivan propels Hawkeyes to victory over Northwestern

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor October 26, 2024

Kinnick Stadium is nearly empty. Its faithful fans were already celebrating what became a 40-14 win over Northwestern on Saturday. But Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan was in no mood to take his foot...

Iowa defensive lineman Aaron Graves tackles Northwestern running back Joseph Himon II during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 40-14.

Turnovers and teamwork are key pieces of Iowa football’s defensive turnaround

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 26, 2024

At the beginning of Iowa football’s contest against Northwestern, fears over the Hawkeyes’ defensive woes seemed to persist. The Wildcats’ first play of the game featured a missed tackle from...