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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.

Iowa football’s kicking unit has a vast array of personalities, but shares a passion for production

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 30, 2023

A 26-year-old punter from Australia, a 21-year-old long snapper and former quarterback from Wisconsin, and a teenage kicker from South Carolina This wide-ranging trio — punter/holder Tory Taylor,...

Iowa football defensive linemen reach for the ball during a football game between Iowa and Illinois at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 15-13.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 13 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 21, 2023

No. 17 Iowa @ Nebraska  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (42-24): Iowa – People don’t go to Nebraska to lose. They go there to leave. Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (38-28): Iowa – Kirk won’t...

Photo contributed by Kylie McDonald of Nathan McDonald.

Kid Captain Nathan McDonald journeys back to Iowa City to be on the other side of The Wave

Cooper Worth, Pregame Reporter November 21, 2023

Iowa football Kid Captain Nathan McDonald has defied expectations.  Being taken off chemotherapy at three years old in an attempt to let him live his life without treatment for a cancerous disease,...

Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz talks to referees nearby during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. The Huskers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-17.

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Nebraska on Friday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 21, 2023

The No. 17 Iowa football team ventures westward for a Black Friday matchup against division rival Nebraska. In spite of already claiming the Big Ten West title last week against Illinois, Iowa still...

Iowa punter Tory Taylor punts the ball during a football game between Iowa and Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Taylor punted for 413 total yards, averaging 51.6 per play. The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 15-13.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 13 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden November 21, 2023

Pete Ruden's (20-13, $1,809) picks: Nebraska -1.5 This one comes down to motivation. At 9-2, with a spot in the Big Ten Championship already locked up, the Hawkeyes essentially have nothing to...

Iowa tight end Addison Ostrenga goes in for a block during a football game between Iowa and the Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on November 25, 2022.  The Cornhuskers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-17.

Five things to watch for in Iowa’s regular season-finale against Nebraska

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 21, 2023

1. New-look Nebraska  While the 2023 season was obviously less than perfect for the Cornhuskers, Friday will be their last chance to secure six wins for the first time since 2015. Under new head...

Maryland quarterback Reece Udinski attempts a pass during a football game between Iowa and Maryland at Maryland Stadium on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 51-14.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 13 of the college football season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 21, 2023

Power Rankings  Ohio State – Don’t worry, the Big House is big, but it ain’t loud.  Michigan – There’s Michigan gear somewhere in my house. Still haven’t found any matches.  ...

Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson celebrates during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Jackson had seven total tackles. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

One-on-one with Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 21, 2023

The Daily Iowan: What’s your favorite food?  Nick Jackson: I’d probably say sushi. I like some good sushi, I had some last night.  Where at? Formosa?  Yeah, had to get a little lobster...

Iowa defensive back Quinn Schulte runs the ball after catching an interception during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Schulte intercepted the pass in the 4th quarter, running 39 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 22-0.

Iowa free safety Quinn Schulte leads Hawkeye defense with communication, execution

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor November 21, 2023

Quinn Schulte isn’t the loudest guy when he’s not playing football. He keeps to himself when he’s around people he doesn’t know well, speaking only when spoken to, and even then in a softer...

Connor Colby, second from left, and other Iowa offensive linemen walk onto the field during Iowa football media day in Iowa City on Saturday Aug. 11, 2023.

One-on-one with Iowa offensive lineman Connor Colby

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor November 17, 2023

The Daily Iowan: If you didn’t play football, what would you be doing on Saturdays? Connor Colby: I would probably be watching football. Who’s your favorite team? I was a Steelers fan...

Iowa punter Tory Taylor punts the ball during a football game between Iowa and Illinois at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Ill., on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022. The Fighting Illini defeated the Hawkeyes, 9-6. Taylor’s longest punt was 49 yards.

Where and when to watch Iowa battle Illinois on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 17, 2023

The No. 16 Iowa football team will look to clinch the Big Ten West title on Saturday against Illinois. The Hawkeyes will be without perhaps their best player in star cornerback Cooper DeJean, who suffered...

Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill prepares to catch a snap during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Hill threw for 223 yards and a touchdown. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 22-0.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 12 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 17, 2023

Illinois @ No. 16 Iowa Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (39-21): Iowa – I made a mistake last week. Never underestimate Kinnick.  Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (34-26): Iowa – Buy your tickets...