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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa running back Jaziun Patterson reacts after catching the ball during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn., on Saturday. Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 31-14, to win back the Floyd of Rosedale trophy.

Column | Iowa football finally has an attractive offense

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 22, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS – At the start of the fourth quarter at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, the Gophers turned to their last resort. Minnesota was trailing Iowa by 10 and had gained only 14 yards...

Fans high-five players after a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Sept. 21. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14, taking back the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy.

Grading Iowa football’s performance in win over Minnesota

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 22, 2024

Rushing offense A+ It's hard to put this performance into words, but this might have been Iowa’s best rushing performance in years. Kaleb Johnson once again stole the show with three touchdowns...

Iowa players walk onto the field before a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14, taking back the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy.

Iowa defense returns to past prowess in second half against Minnesota

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 22, 2024

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara didn’t mince words when describing the Hawkeyes’ locker room at halftime of their 31-14 comeback victory over Minnesota on Saturday.  “We were pissed off,”...

Iowa players celebrate a touchdown by Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14, taking back the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy.

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson puts Hawkeyes on his back, continuing his dominant season

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 22, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS -- Running back Shonn Greene became a household name for the Iowa football team during the 2008 season, racking up 1,850 yards on the ground, earning the Doak Walker Award as best running...

Iowa players celebrate taking home the Floyd of Rosedale trophy during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14.

Photos: Iowa football vs. Minnesota

Emily Nyberg and Isabella Tisdale September 22, 2024

The Hawkeyes reclaimed the Floyd of Rosedale trophy after defeating the Golden Gophers 31-14 on Saturday. Iowa led in rushing yards, total yards, and time of possession. Iowa had 272 rushing yards,...

Iowa players celebrate after winning the battle for the Floyd of Rosedale trophy during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 31-14.

Iowa football reclaims Floyd of Rosedale Trophy, topping Minnesota, 31-14, on the road

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 21, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS – The Floyd of Rosedale Trophy is back in familiar territory. After a heartbreaking loss last year at Kinnick Stadium, the Iowa football team claimed revenge against rival Minnesota,...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half.

Highlight to Watch: Kaleb Johnson’s seventh touchdown of the season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 21, 2024

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson continued to carry the Hawkeye offense as it entered conference play on Saturday night against Minnesota. The fireworks began in the first quarter when Iowa took advantage...

Minnesota running back Darius Taylor carries the ball down the field during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. Taylor totaled 59 yards rushing and 25 yards receiving. The Golden Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes 12-10.

Live updates | Iowa football takes on Minnesota in Week 4

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor September 21, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS - Following a victory over Troy, the Iowa football team opens up Big Ten play with a road test against the rival Minnesota Golden Gophers, who enter the contest with a 2-1 record. The Gophers...

Saint Louis Middle Blocker Kayla Jansen and Iowa Setter Jenna Meitzler simultaneously try to block the ball from their teams’ sides during a volleyball match between Iowa and Saint Louis at Xtream Arena in Coralville on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024. The Billikens defeated the Hawkeyes 3-1. Meitzler made 41 assists throughout the game.

Photos: Iowa Volleyball vs. Saint Louis

Hannah Neuville, Photojournalist September 21, 2024

The Iowa volleyball team was defeated by Saint Louis University, 3-1, for the Kwik Star Klassic game at Xtream Arena on Friday. Iowa took the first set 25-20 and lost the other three to Saint Louis...

Iowa defender Fiene ten Seldam fires a pass during a field hockey match between Iowa and Delaware at Grant Field on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Hens, 1-0.

Three takeaways | Iowa field hockey drops Big Ten opener to Northwestern

Jake Olson, Sports Reporter September 20, 2024

The No. 4 Iowa field hockey squad opened up Big Ten play with a 5-0 defeat on the road at No. 1 Northwestern Friday afternoon at Lakeside Field in Evanston, Illinois.  Here are three takeaways from...

Before the Kickoff | DITV Sports breaks down the Iowa-Minnesota football game

Brady Behrend, DITV Assistant Sports Director September 20, 2024

This week on Before the Kickoff, The Daily Iowan TV's sports staff breaks down the Iowa football team's rivalry game against Minnesota. The crew provides pregame analysis and score predictions as the...

Goalkeeper Macy Enneking high fives teammates before a soccer match between the University of Iowa and Baylor University at the Iowa Soccer Complex  in Iowa City on Sept. 8, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bears 3-0.

No. 18 Iowa women’s soccer ties No. 17 Ohio State in Big Ten showdown

Trey Benson, Sports Reporter September 20, 2024

In a heated Big Ten matchup that featured two top-20 teams, the No. 18 Iowa women’s soccer team drew a 1-1 tie against No. 17 Ohio State on the road.  Iowa entered the contest on an exciting five...