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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 quarterback Spencer Petras winds up to pass during a football game between No. 2 Iowa and Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes 24-7. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa’s offense dries up in first loss of season

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter October 16, 2021

At halftime of the Iowa-Purdue game on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium, the Hawkeyes had gained a total of 185 yards — 92 on the ground and 93 through the air.  Although The Hawkeyes had only mustered...

A member of the Purdue spirit squad runs a flag on the field during a football game between No. 2 Iowa and Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes 24-7. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Twitter reactions to Purdue’s upset win over No. 2 Iowa

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 16, 2021

The No. 2 Iowa football team lost its first game of the season on Saturday, falling to Purdue 24-7 at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes and the Boilermakers were tied 7-7 late in the second quarter,...

Purdue wide receiver David Bell looks for running space after a completion during a football game between Iowa and Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Purdue wide receiver David Bell burns Iowa’s secondary for third year in a row

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 16, 2021

The few Hawkeye fans remaining in the Kinnick Stadium stands by the end of Iowa’s first loss of the season couldn’t help but admire the opposing player who has tormented them for three years in...

Purdue quarterback Aidan OConnell throws a pass during a football game between Iowa and Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Purdue spoils Homecoming, hands No. 2 Iowa first loss of season in upset

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 16, 2021

What a difference a week makes. Seven days after winning a top-five matchup at Kinnick Stadium, No. 2 Iowa (6-1, 3-1) was upset by Purdue (4-2, 2-1), 24-7, at the very same venue. The Boilermakers...

Purdue wide receiver David Bell breaks a tackle from Iowa defensive back Matt Hankins during a football game between Iowa and Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Halftime reactions: Purdue leads No. 2 Iowa, 14-7

Robert Read and Chris Werner October 16, 2021

Purdue leads the No. 2 Iowa football team, 14-7, at halftime of their Week 7 matchup at Kinnick Stadium. The Boilermakers took the lead on their second offensive drive of the game, when quarterback...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson finds room to run during a football game between Iowa and Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Live updates: No. 2 Iowa football team hosts Purdue in Homecoming matchup

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 16, 2021

The No. 2 Iowa football team has a chance for some revenge. The Hawkeyes lost in West Lafayette to kick off the 2020 season — Iowa's third loss in its last four games against the Boilermakers....

Iowa defensive back Terry Roberts attempts to intercept a pass during a football game between No. 3 Iowa and No. 4 Penn State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 23-20. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Where to watch Saturday’s Iowa-Purdue Homecoming game

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 15, 2021

There is only one more game until the Hawkeyes make it to their bye week. But the Boilermakers are in the way before they get there. No. 2 Iowa is hosting Purdue in a Homecoming matchup at Kinnick...

Purdue wide receiver David Bell scores a touchdown during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Week 7 scouting notebook: No. 2 Iowa takes on Purdue

Chloe Peterson, Assistant Sports Editor October 14, 2021

The No. 2 Iowa football team will take on Big Ten West foe Purdue on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. Iowa will be looking for its Big Ten-leading 13th consecutive win dating back to the 2020 season....

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras looks to pass during a football game between No. 3 Iowa and No. 4 Penn State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 23-20. (Grace Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Around the Big Ten: Matchups, Power Rankings for Week 7

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 14, 2021

The Daily Iowan’s Pregame Editor Robert Read ranked all 14 Big Ten football teams and previewed every Week 7 conference contest in this week’s edition of Around the Big Ten. Here are the full...

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta catches a pass during a football game between Iowa and Kent State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2021. LaPorta caught seven passes for 65 yards and one touchdown.

On the Line: Daily Iowan football staff picks Week 7 games

DI Staff October 14, 2021

The Daily Iowan football staff picks five football games every week as part of our Pregame edition. Read how the staff picked the Purdue-Iowa Homecoming matchup — as well as four other contests —...

Iowa wide receiver Nico Ragaini runs downfield after catching a pass during a football game between No. 3 Iowa and No. 4 Penn State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 23-20. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

One-on-one with Iowa wide receiver Nico Ragaini

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter October 14, 2021

The Daily Iowan: What is the best feeling in football? Nico Ragaini: There’s a couple of great feelings. Pulling up in front of Kinnick when you get off the bus, like all the fans being there...

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