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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

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras throws the ball during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

Opinion | Iowa overcomes self-inflicted adversity to remain undefeated

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 26, 2021

Iowa head football coach Kirk Ferentz made a presentation of sorts to his team a couple weeks ago ahead of a two-game stretch against Kent State and Colorado State. Ferentz cited some of the “all-time...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz talks with an official 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 remains No. 5 in Week 5 AP poll, Penn State now top-ranked Big Ten team

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 26, 2021

The Iowa football team is ranked No. 5 in the Associated Press' poll for the third week in a row. But unlike the last two weeks, the Hawkeyes are no longer the highest-ranked team in the Big Ten....

Illinois outside hitter Raina Terry spikes the ball as Iowa middle blocker Amiya Jones and setter Jenna Splitt attempt to block it during a volleyball game between Iowa and Illinois at Xtreme Arena in Coralville, Iowa, on Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2021. The Fighting Illini defeated the Hawkeyes with a score of 3-2.

Iowa volleyball swept by No. 12 Nebraska

Dawson Moore, Sports Reporter September 26, 2021

Iowa volleyball dropped its fourth consecutive match Saturday afternoon, as No. 12 Nebraska swept the Hawkeyes. The Nebraska offense proved to be too tough for Iowa, as junior outside hitter Madi...

Iowa linebacker Jack Campbell recovers a fumble lost by Colorado State running back AJon Vivens during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. The Iowa defense has forced a turnover in every game through four meetings. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

Twitter reactions to No. 5 Iowa’s 24-14 win over Colorado State

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 25, 2021

The No. 5 Iowa football team improved to 4-0 on the season with a 24-14 win over Colorado State on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes trailed by seven points at halftime, but outscored the...

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta jogs into the end zone after a touchdown reception during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. Iowa targeted LaPorta six times for four catches, 45 yards and a score. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

Iowa passing game produces explosive plays in win over Colorado State

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 25, 2021

Iowa tight end Sam LaPorta was only thinking one thing when he was uncovered over the middle of the field near the end zone and the ball was heading his direction. “Don’t drop it,” LaPorta...

Iowa wide receiver Keagan Johnson hauls in a catch for a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Rams 24-14.

True freshmen propel Iowa football to 24-14 win over Colorado State

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor September 25, 2021

As Keagan Johnson strided down the east sideline at Kinnick Stadium Saturday afternoon, he turned around for just a moment. Johnson didn’t see what he was expecting when he looked over his shoulder,...

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras throws the football during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa responds in second half, improves to 4-0 with win over Colorado State

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 25, 2021

The No. 5 Iowa football team ran off the Duke Slater Field turf to boos from the Hawkeye fans in the Kinnick Stadium stands when Colorado State held a seven-point going into halftime. The Hawkeyes...

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson finds a gap during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021.

Halftime reactions: Colorado State leads No. 5 Iowa, 14-7

Robert Read and Austin Hanson September 25, 2021

The No. 5 Iowa football team trails Colorado State, 14-7, at halftime of their Saturday matchup at Kinnick Stadium. Iowa took a 7-0 lead toward the start of the second quarter, courtesy of a 43-yard...

Iowa wide receiver Keagan Johnson celebrates a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Watch: Iowa wide receiver Keagan Johnson scores touchdown on first career catch

Robert Read, Pregame Editor September 25, 2021

Keagan Johnson's first catch as a Hawkeye was a touchdown. The freshman started No. 5 Iowa's game against Colorado State on Saturday, and his 43-yard touchdown reception from quarterback Spencer...

Iowa defensive lineman Noah Shannon makes a tackle on Colorado State running back AJon Vivens during a football game between Iowa and Colorado State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Live updates: No. 5 Iowa football hosts Colorado State

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor September 25, 2021

No. 5 Iowa football will take on Mountain West Conference foe Colorado State at 2:30 p.m. at Kinnick Stadium Saturday. The Hawkeyes and Rams have never played each other before. Colorado State is...

City High tight end Ben Kueter warms up before a football game between Iowa City City High and Dowling at Bates Field in Iowa City on Friday, Sept. 17, 2021. The Little Hawks defeated the Maroons 17-14. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Ben Kueter excels defensively in first football game as Iowa commit

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter September 25, 2021

Iowa City High School hadn’t beaten Iowa City West High School in the Battle of the Boot rivalry game in four years.  A dominant performance by the Little Hawks, ending in blowout fashion, 56-7,...

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