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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

Iowa running back James Butler breaks a tackle during the season opener against Wyoming on Saturday, Sep. 2, 2017. The Hawkeyes went on to defeat the Cowboys 24-3. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Injuries hurt Hawkeye offense, defense

Pete Ruden, [email protected] October 5, 2017

While Iowa is in search of its offense, that isn’t the only problem it has. Injuries have dogged the Hawkeyes and have played a big role in the case of the missing offense. James Butler, Ike Boettger,...

Iowa defensive back Brandon Snyder attempts to tackle Minnesota running back Rodney Smith during the Iowa-Minnesota game at TCF Banks Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 14-7. (The Daily Iowan/file photo)

Hawkeye football needs offensive ignition key

October 4, 2017

Keep it on the ground  The running game was atrocious against Michigan State, but in all fairness, the Spartans have a stingy run defense (96 yards per game, third-best in the Big Ten). Running back...

Michigan State head coach Mark Dantonio speaks during the Big Ten Media Days at McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago on Monday, July 24, 2017. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Big Ten teams hungry heading into Week 6

October 4, 2017

Penn State not overlooking Wildcats, Purdue looking for QB. By Courtney Baumann [email protected] Michigan State is coming off a big win over Iowa heading into this weekend, and it hopes to...

Iowa volleyball players defend at the net during the match between the University of Iowa and University of Minnesota on Saturday, 30 Sept., 2017. Minnesota defeated Iowa three sets to zero. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Confidence key for Iowa volleyball against no. 22 Michigan

October 4, 2017

By Anna Kayser [email protected] The Iowa volleyball team comes off of a short practice week to play No. 27 Michigan in its first midweek game of the season at 7 p.m. today in Carver-Hawkeye. Michigan...

Iowa defensive back Brandon Snyder attempts to tackle Minnesota running back Rodney Smith during the Iowa-Minnesota game at TCF Banks Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2016. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 14-7. (The Daily Iowan/file photo)

Football looks for added strength in upcoming week

October 4, 2017

By Adam Hensley [email protected] Six months ago Brandon Snyder tore his ACL during a special teams drill. After a speedy recovery, the senior safety will try to make his season début this weekend...

Iowa running back Akrum Wadley stiff arms a defender during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday Sept. 30, 2017. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 17-10. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football offers less than stellar numbers against Spartans

Pete Ruden, [email protected] October 3, 2017

When it took on Penn State on Sept. 23, Iowa played a good football game. The defense was solid, the offense scored when it needed to, and the team never broke down. The same can’t be said about...

Allie Wood hits a line drive against Iowa State Saturday, Sep. 30, 2017. The Hawkeyes tied the Cyclones 3-3. (Paxton Corey/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa softball’s Allie Wood prepares for final Hawkeye season

Anna Kayser, [email protected] October 3, 2017

Senior Allie Wood has had a roller-coaster career in the Iowa softball program, but she has the potential to make a big impact on her final season. “She’s grown through her four years here,” head...

Iowa golfer Ryoto Furuya stands with Alex Moorman during a men's golf practice on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017. The men's team will travel to Minnesota for the Gopher Invitational on Sept. 10.(Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Four Hawkeye golfers represent Iowa in Des Moines

Sean Bock, [email protected] October 3, 2017

The Iowa men’s golf team had four players competing at the Zach Johnson Invitational in Des Moines on Monday. Instead of competing as a team, the golfers represented themselves individually. RELATED:...

Iowa linebacker Ben Niemann tackles Michigan State tight end Matt Sokol during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017. The Hawkeyes fell to the Spartans with a final score of 10-17. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Defense does its part against Michigan State

October 2, 2017

Iowa’s defense single-handedly kept things competitive against Michigan State, shutting out the Spartans in the second half, but the Hawkeyes could not capitalize. By Adam Hensley [email protected] Hawkeye...

Iowa's Claire Sheehan lunges for a volleyball during the match between the University of Iowa and University of Minnesota on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017. Minnesota defeated Iowa, 3-0.  (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Volleyball tries to learn from mistakes

October 2, 2017

Iowa volleyball was swept by No. 7 Wisconsin and No. 3 Minnesota, but that came with a learning curve. By Anna Kayser [email protected] Iowa volleyball was swept by two top-Ten teams over the...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley is tackled for a loss during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday Sept. 30, 2017. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 17-10. (Nick Rohlman/The Daily Iowan)

Baumann: Iowa football did scant right at Michigan State

October 2, 2017

Another forgettable offensive performance leaves Iowa with many question marks. By Courtney Baumann [email protected] What could go wrong for the Iowa football team on Sept. 30 did. It was...

Iowa's Katie Birch passes the ball during a match against the University of Indiana field hockey team on Friday, Sept. 29, 2017. Iowa won the match 4-3. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Birch’s Hat Trick and Save Ends Tug of War With Hoosiers

October 2, 2017

After a long back-and-forth game, Iowa is victorious over Indiana, 4-3. By Taylor McNitt [email protected] Iowa field hockey took on Indiana in an unforgettable match on Sept. 29. After the Hawkeyes...