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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 tight end Luke Lachey gets hit by Minnesota defensive back Tyler Nubin after a reception during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. Lachey caught five passes for 77 yards and received more targets later in the game after starting tight end Sam LaPorta exited with injury. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10.

Iowa football notebook | Hawkeyes reflect on the invalid fair catch, discuss offensive improvement and defensive breakdowns

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 17, 2024

Even though the original Floyd of Rosedale trophy is six feet under, the rivalry between the Iowa and Minnesota football teams is more alive than ever.  The two squads have faced off on a near-annual...

Iowa Marching Band holds up a banner of Lisa Bluder during halftime at a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Lisa Bluder honored in football halftime show

Brianna Brands, News Reporter September 15, 2024

Former University of Iowa women’s basketball coach Lisa Bluder has certainly left her mark on the university. Her success at the UI was recently honored with an intricate performance by the Hawkeye...

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan lines up to take a snap during a football game between Iowa and Troy on Sept. 14 at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes topped the Trojans, 38-21.

Highlight to watch: Brendan Sullivan’s first Hawkeye touchdown

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 15, 2024

While Iowa backup quarterback Brendan Sullivan didn't have to do much on his first red zone trip, handing the ball off once to Kaleb Johnson, the Northwestern transfer displayed his potential on his...

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson celebrates a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21. Patterson rushed 72 yards total.

Highlight to watch | Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson’s first touchdown of the season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 15, 2024

Iowa second-year running back Jaziun Patterson never saw a snap for the Hawkeyes this season until Saturday, and in spite of the delay, showed no signs of rust. With the Hawkeyes ahead, 31-21, over...

Troy tight end Ethan Conner is tackled by Iowa players during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21. Conner received for 50 yards.

Opinion | Iowa football plays it safe while its opponents oftentimes succeed with recklessness

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 15, 2024

Late in the second half of Iowa football’s victory over Troy, the Kinnick videoboard enticed the Hawkeye faithful to show some support for the home team, displaying a scene from the 1978 classic...

Iowa defensive end Brian Allen Jr. and Alec Wick celebrate as Troy does not score in their fourth down during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Troy

Brad Schultz and Colin Votzmeyer September 14, 2024

Run game: A+ This is a no-brainer. Kaleb Johnson feared no man today, burrowing into anyone in his way and then exploding for 178 gained yards and a loss of just five. He produced two touchdowns...

Iowa defensive lineman Max Llewellyn and Troy quarterback Tucker Kilcrease reach for a loose ball during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21. Llewellyn tackled once throughout the game.

Iowa defensive line makes big statement in win over Troy

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 14, 2024

For years, the Iowa football program has been known for producing one of the best defenses in the country under coordinator Phil Parker.  Iowa’s defenses have ranked top-10 in the nation in points...

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan lines up to take a snap during a football game between Iowa and Troy on Sept. 14 at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes topped the Trojans, 38-21.

‘Can’t beat that:’ Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan’s red-zone performance gives Hawkeyes edge in distraction and versatility

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2024

Leading up to Iowa football’s game against Troy, Hawkeye head coach Kirk Ferentz kept his priorities clear. The goal wasn’t to score a certain amount of points or total a specific yardage number,...

Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson celebrates a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21. Patterson rushed 72 yards total.

Photos: Iowa vs Troy Football

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro September 14, 2024

Iowa defeated Troy, 38-21, during a football game at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024.  Following a last-minute loss to Iowa State, Iowa returned to Kinnick Stadium to face...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara prepares to take a snap during a football game between Iowa and Troy on Sept. 14 at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Iowa football escapes Troy in nail-biting 38-21 win

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor September 14, 2024

The Iowa football team escaped the Troy Trojans in a nail-biting 38-21 win inside Kinnick Stadium on Saturday. After a blow-up 20-19 loss to rival Iowa State last weekend, the Hawkeyes looked much...

Fans walk along and near Melrose Ave. before a football game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Troy Trojans at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Kickoff was at 3 p.m.

Photos: Tailgate – Iowa vs. Troy

John Charlson and Jordan Barry September 14, 2024

Football fans flocked to Iowa City before a football game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Troy Trojans at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday. The Hawkeye’s record currently sits at 1-1, and the Trojans...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. Johnson rushed for 187 yards and had two touchdowns. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-19.

Highlight to watch: Kaleb Johnson’s two touchdown day

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2024

Iowa third-year running back Kaleb Johnson continued his stellar 2024 season for the Hawkeyes, delivering his fifth and sixth touchdowns of the season on Saturday. Heading into the contest, Johnson...