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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa punter Tory Taylor, long snapper Luke Elkin, and kicker Drew Stevens celebrate a field goal during a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13.

Where and when to watch Iowa take on Western Michigan on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2023

Iowa looks to keep its undefeated record as it heads into its final non-conference game of the season against Western Michigan. The Hawkeyes are averaging 22 points on the season while the Broncos...

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)

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 3 of the college football season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2023

Power Rankings Michigan – The Wolverines’ cupcake schedule continues, yet they still complain about a self-imposed suspension.  Penn State – The Nittany Lions have done more than enough...

Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro prepares to tackle Utah State running back Davon Booth during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro trusts the process and is playing with confidence

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor September 14, 2023

Iowa defensive back Sebastian Castro is the epitome of trusting the process.  The fifth-year was a three-star recruit and garnered an offer from just four Power Five programs. In his first few...

Contributed photo by Heidi Larson

‘Keeps Smiling Along’

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2023

Iowa football Kid Captain Maggie Larson talks with her eyes.  Closing them tight means no. If she doesn’t like what someone’s saying, she’ll simply look away. And if she really doesn’t...

Iowa Linebacker Jay Higgins throws the ball during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium, on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

Iowa football middle linebacker Jay Higgins is ready to shine and continue the Hawkeye standard

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor September 14, 2023

Beyond all of the running on grass fields in local parks, what Iowa senior linebacker Jay Higgins remembers best from his youth football days was his passion for the game — a passion that hasn’t...

Iowa punter Tory Taylor waves to fans after a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13. Taylor averaged 46.3 yards per punt.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 3 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 14, 2023

Western Michigan @ Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (7-5): Iowa – This is a big game for Brian Ferentz contract observers.  Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (4-8): Iowa –  This is a good chance...

Iowa offensive linemen Nick DeJong and Rusty Feth carry the Cy-Hawk Trophy after a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13.

One-on-one with Iowa offensive lineman Nick DeJong

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor September 14, 2023

The Daily Iowan: What is your favorite food they serve the teams here at the facility? Nick DeJong: Two nights ago they brought us chicken Alfredo that was really good, so I think that might be...

Iowa celebrates after a Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 20-13. Iowa had 235 total yards as a team.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 3 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden September 14, 2023

Pete Ruden's (4-2, $363) Picks: Iowa -28.5 I know laying four touchdowns with Iowa sounds insane.  Believe me, I had no interest in backing the Hawkeyes this week — until Action Network senior...

An Iowa fan cheers during the Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022. The Cyclones ended a six-game Cy-Hawk series losing streak defeating Iowa, 10-7.

Where and when to watch Iowa take on Iowa State on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 7, 2023

The 70th edition of the annual Cy-Hawk game takes place Saturday afternoon, pitting undefeated Iowa against undefeated Iowa State. The Hawkeyes were No. 25 in the rankings before dropping out Tuesday...

Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara gives directions before the snap during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium, on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 2 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor September 7, 2023

Iowa @ Iowa State  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (3-3): Iowa – Two of my best friends go to Iowa State. They mean nothing to me.  Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (1-5): Iowa – Kirk Ferentz will...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson celebrates after a run during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Utah State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Aggies, 24-14.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 2 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden September 7, 2023

Pete Ruden's (1-2) Picks Money Earned To Date: $91 Iowa -4 I like Iowa to cover in Saturday’s Cy-Hawk game for a couple of reasons. The first? Iowa State’s performance against Northern Iowa...