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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras warms up before a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022.

Spencer Petras to start at quarterback in Iowa football’s matchup with Northwestern

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor October 29, 2022

Spencer Petras will start at quarterback for the Iowa football team Saturday. The senior will lead the Hawkeyes against a Northwestern Wildcat defense that ranks 97th in the nation. Petras and junior...

Rutgers wide receiver Aron Cruickshank prepares to catch the ball over Iowa defensive back Riley Moss 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. Cruickshank had seven receptions totaling 55 yards.

Live updates | Iowa football faces Northwestern on Homecoming

Isaac Goffin, Football Reporter October 29, 2022

Iowa football plays Northwestern on Saturday at 2:35 p.m. on ESPN2. Northwestern has won its last three matchups with Iowa at Kinnick Stadium. Heading into Saturday's contest, the Hawkeyes are listed...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras hands the ball off to running back Leshon Williams 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.

Where to watch Iowa football play Northwestern in annual Homecoming game Saturday

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor October 27, 2022

The Iowa football team will welcome Northwestern to Kinnick Stadium for its annual Homecoming game Saturday. Action is set to begin at 2:30 p.m. Homecoming festivities begin Friday evening with...

Kid captain Elyna Clements waits for autographs during Iowa football’s Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022.

Kid Captain Elyna Clements excited to root for Hawkeyes at Homecoming game

Rin Swann, News Reporter October 27, 2022

Elyna Clements has always been an active kid. The nine-year-old resident of Camanche, Iowa, enjoys gym class, reading on her tablet, and adding to her collection of squishmallows. Now in fourth...

Iowa kicker Drew Stevens kicks a field goal during a football game between Iowa and No. 2 Ohio State at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022. Steven’s lone kick was successful from 49 yards out. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes, 54-10.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 9 college football games

DI Staff October 27, 2022

Northwestern @ Iowa Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor (17-18): Iowa — Why isn't this game at 11 a.m.? Chloe Peterson, Sports Editor (23-12): Dumpster fire game of the week! Chris Werner, Assistant...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean celebrates after Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell got a safety 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.

‘Nothing that he can’t do’: Cooper DeJean proving to be versatile weapon for Iowa football

Chris Werner, Assistant Sports Editor October 27, 2022

Cooper DeJean did not cover kickoffs during his last few years at Odebolt-Arthur-Battle Creek-Ida Grove High School. In close games, the high school’s assistant football coach Travis Chizek said...

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema listens to a question during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Thursday, July 22.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 9 of the college football season

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor October 27, 2022

Power rankings Ohio State — The Buckeyes should be No. 1 in the nation. Michigan —The Wolverines should be No. 3 in the country. Illinois — The Fighting Illini are adequately ranked. ...

Iowa defensive back Quinn Schulte tackles Illinois wide receiver Isaiah Williams during a football game between Iowa and Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Ill., on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022.

One-on-one with Iowa football free safety Quinn Schulte

Isaac Goffin, Football Reporter October 27, 2022

The Daily Iowan: Could you explain what it’s like being a part of the Iowa football program? Quinn Schulte: Yeah, it’s just something not a lot of people get to do. It’s definitely a life-rewarding...

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 football notebook | Divisional format stays for 2023, Illinois leading West

Isaac Goffin, Football Reporter October 27, 2022

The Big Ten will keep its current East and West divisional format for the 2023 season, multiple sources confirmed to The Athletic on Monday. The 2023 Big Ten schedule was announced Wednesday. With...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz exits the field after a near seven hour football game between Iowa and Nevada at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wolfpack, 27-0.

Kirk Ferentz issues apology to reporters for commentary at Tuesday press conference

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor October 26, 2022

Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz has issued an apology to reporters for comments he made about cleveland.com columnist Doug Lesmirses during a weekly press conference Tuesday at the Hansen Football...