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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

Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren speaks during day one of Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. The event marked the 50th annual Big Ten Media Days.

Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren talks conference realignment, College Football Playoff expansion

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor July 26, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS — Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren made one thing clear during a 43-minute press conference Tuesday morning at Lucas Oil Stadium: he values adaptability. At his league’s...

Iowa center Tyler Linderbaum prepares to snap the football during the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl between No. 15 Iowa and No. 22 Kentucky at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-17.

Opinion | Former Iowa football All-American Tyler Linderbaum primed for rookie season with Ravens

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter July 19, 2022

Former Iowa lineman Tyler Linderbaum is primed for a breakout rookie season in the NFL. Just four years after converting to the offensive side of the ball from defensive tackle, Linderbaum will...

Iowa Swarm Collective President and CEO Brad Heinrichs during a press conference for the Iowa Swarm Collective, a name, image, and likeness group partnering with Hawkeye student-athletes, at the Heights Rooftop in Iowa City on Tuesday, July 19, 2022. Heinrichs doesn’t know how much money this NIL will bring in, but he said it depends on how much the Hawkeye community wants to provide.

New nonprofit aims to help Iowa student-athletes profit from their name, image, and likeness

Sam Knupp, Managing Editor July 19, 2022

A new nonprofit has emerged to gain Hawkeye athletes profit from their name, image, and likeness. The Iowa Swarm Collective was formed to equal stipends by participating in events to raise money...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras looks to pass during a football game between No. 19 Iowa and Northwestern at Ryan Field in Evanston, Illinois, on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 17-12.

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras reflects on Manning Passing Academy

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor July 14, 2022

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras spoke to the media for the first time this summer on Tuesday, and as one might expect, most of the questions he fielded were about the Manning Passing Academy. Petras...

Iowa defensive back Dane Belton tackles Indiana running back Stephen Carr for a loss during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021.

Opinion | Former Iowa football player Dane Belton set for big role with Giants

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter July 12, 2022

Former Hawkeye safety Dane Belton has a great shot at a significant role in his rookie season in the NFL. The New York Giants’ fourth-round pick garnered first-team All-Big Ten honors from coaches...

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta attempts to stiff arm Nebraska safety Marquel Dismuke during a football game between No. 16 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 28-21.

Iowa football veterans stress importance of summer workouts

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor July 5, 2022

While the Iowa football team won’t play its first regular-season game of 2022 until South Dakota comes to town on Sept. 3,  summer workouts are in full swing. Players are getting back into the...

Iowa football helmets line the sidelines during a game against Purdue University on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes 24 to 15.

Kadyn Proctor commits to Iowa football

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor June 30, 2022

Kadyn Proctor, a 5-star football recruit out of Southeast Polk High School, committed to Iowa Thursday afternoon. The 6-foot-7 330-pound offensive tackle chose the Hawkeyes over Alabama.  Although...

Iowa defensive back Matt Hankins gets set before a play during a football game between No. 10 Iowa and No. 9 Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 27-17.

Opinion | Two Hawkeye undrafted free agent signees will make an NFL roster to start the season

Grant Hall, Sports Reporter June 28, 2022

Five undrafted Hawkeyes signed rookie deals after the NFL Draft in April. However, just two currently have a realistic chance of making their team’s roster. Tyler Goodson, who was picked up by...

Iowa wide receiver Nico Ragaini hauls in a reception during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

Iowa wide receiver Nico Ragaini embracing expanded leadership role

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor June 23, 2022

Nico Ragaini has seen a number of veteran wide receivers leave the Iowa football program during his five-year tenure with the Hawkeyes. Ihmir Smith-Marsette and Brandon Smith left Iowa City for...

Fans wave to University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital during a football game between Iowa and Kent State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Flashes, 30-7.

Kid Captains to help decide Hawkeye Wave song

Isaac Goffin, Sports Reporter June 22, 2022

When the University of Iowa received suggestions from fans regarding what new song should accompany the Hawkeye Wave, there was a regular response. “Let the kids decide.” The University announced...

Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones runs the ball during a football game between No. 16 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Corn Huskers 28-21.

Former Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones transfers to Purdue

Chris Werner, Summer Sports Editor June 3, 2022

Per multiple reports, former Iowa football player Charlie Jones transferred to Purdue on Friday. During his two seasons playing in Iowa City, Jones was a special teams standout and a steady wide...

Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones hurdles over Illinois defensive back Christian Bobak during a football game between No. 17 Iowa and Illinois at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Illini, 33-23, at the last home game of the season.

Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones enters transfer portal

Austin Hanson, Pregame Editor May 25, 2022

Iowa wide receiver Charlie Jones has entered the transfer portal, per multiple reports. The 6-foot, 188-pound sixth-year senior was named Big Ten Conference Returner of the Year at the end of the 2021...