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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa linebacker Landyn Van Kekerix and Iowa defensive back Quinn Schulte tackle Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. Judkins rushed for 71 yards averaging 7.9 yards per carry. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s conference matchup against Washington

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 11, 2024

1. Limiting the passing attack  For the second week in a row, the Hawkeyes will be up against a veteran quarterback in his first season at a new school. After four seasons at Mississippi State...

Ohio State quarterback Will Howard throws the ball during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Howard passed for four touchdowns, 209, and an 84% completion rate. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 7 of the college football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden October 11, 2024

Pete Ruden's (5-10, $456) Picks:  Iowa -2.5 This is a little bit of a letdown spot for Washington after the Huskies exacted revenge against Michigan following their loss in the National Championship...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Johnson rushed for 86 yards and had one touchdown. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

On the Line | The Daily Iowan’s college football staff picks a slate of Week 7 games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 10, 2024

Washington @ Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (18-12): Iowa – Kirk should visit Seattle’s Gum Wall to celebrate.  Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor (20-10): Iowa – Just when I thought the...

Iowa kicker Drew Stevens kicks a field goal during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Stevens scored three field goals on four attempts. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 22-0.

Iowa kicker Drew Stevens matures, works with sports psychologist toward success

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor October 10, 2024

It took nearly five games, but Iowa football kicker Drew Stevens was no longer perfect. Standing near midfield in Columbus for the Hawkeyes’ Week 6 matchup against Ohio State, the third-year watched...

Iowa running back Terrell Washington, Jr. carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Washington, Jr. rushed for three yards.

One-on-one with Iowa running back Terrell Washington Jr.

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 10, 2024

The Daily Iowan: What’s something that people underrate?  Terrell Washington Jr.: Well, me personally, I like anime. I know not a lot of people like anime, so that’s one of the ones I go to...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson motions to fans after scoring a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Illinois State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redbirds 40-0.

“Never satisfied.” How Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson has emerged as one of the nation’s top running backs in 2024

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor October 10, 2024

In a crowd of familiarity, Iowa football’s Mason Richman noticed something peculiar. The left tackle stood in the huddle as the Hawkeyes began their opening drive of the second half in their season...

The Iowa women’s basketball team interact with each other during media day at Carver-Hawekeye Arena in Iowa City on Oct. 10. The players took photos and answered questions from the media.

Iowa women’s basketball notebook | Hawkeyes enter a new chapter under Jan Jensen, vocal leaders emerging

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter October 10, 2024

The Iowa women’s basketball team signaled the beginning of the 2024-25 campaign by hosting its annual media day on Thursday. Following a second consecutive national championship game appearance, the...

Iowa guard Lucy Olsen poses for a portrait during Iowa women’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. The players took photos and answered questions from the media.

Iowa’s Lucy Olsen primed for big role in first season with the Hawkeyes

Jack Birmingham, Sports Reporter October 10, 2024

The Iowa women’s basketball team took on a different look after the 2023-24 season, as legendary guard Caitlin Clark announced an intent to enter the WNBA draft, later being selected as the first overall...

Iowa forward Hannah Stuelke poses for a portrait during Iowa women’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. The players took photos and answered questions from the media.

Photos: 2024 Iowa Women’s Basketball Media Day

Isabella Tisdale and Emma Calabro October 10, 2024

The Iowa women's basketball team host their 2024 media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Thursday. Iowa head coach Jan Jensen spoke to media for the first fifteen minutes of media day. Following...

(Left) Iowa forward Seydou Traore is interviewed during the Iowa men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. (Right) Iowa guard Drew Thelwell poses for a portrait during the Iowa men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024. The team took interviews from the media and held an open practice.

Iowa men’s basketball incoming transfers Drew Thelwell, Seydou Traore provide intellect and versatility to Hawkeyes

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 9, 2024

From living through eight-hour bus rides down south and playing in arenas holding less than 3,000 people in New York City, Iowa men’s basketball players Drew Thelwell and Seydou Traore not only transferred...

DITV Sports: Iowa Football Players look ahead to Washington

Brady Behrend, DITV Assistant Sports Director October 9, 2024

Jerseys from all 18 Big Ten schools are displayed in the hallway during day one of Big Ten Football Media Day's at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on July 23. The expansion in the Big Ten, adding four West Coast schools, started in June of 2022, when admittance was granted to USC and UCLA.

Big Ten conference expansion brings challenges and opportunities alike

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 8, 2024

Washington football safety Kamren Fabiculanan was fielding questions with ease. Sitting at the podium inside Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, the well-dressed and bespectacled Fabiculanan delved...