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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 Quarterback Spencer Petras throws a pass during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020.  The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20.

Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras put to test early in starting tenure

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor November 5, 2020

The Iowa football team is 0-2 for the first time since 2000, but there’s confidence, despite the criticism he’s received, that first-year starting quarterback Spencer Petras can lead the Hawkeyes...

Members of the media record Indiana head coach, Tom Allen, during the Big Ten Football Media Day in Chicago, Ill., on Thursday, July 18, 2019.

Around the Big Ten: Week 3

Robert Read, Pregame Editor November 5, 2020

Big Ten power rankings Ohio State — At least this is normal. Wisconsin — It would be nice the see the Badgers play again. Indiana — “You’re probably wondering how I got here…” ...

Michigan State University head football coach Mel Tucker speaks at his first press conference as MSU’s head coach at the Breslin Student Events Center on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020. (Neil Blake/MLive)

Week 3 scouting report: Michigan State

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor November 5, 2020

Through two games, Michigan State has been one thing – inconsistent. The Spartans opened the season with a 38-27 home loss to the now 1-1 Rutgers Scarlet Knights. They followed that performance...

Iowa Defensive Tackle Daviyon Nixon raises his fist as the Hawkeyes take to their home field for the first time in the season during the Iowa v Northwestern football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020.  The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 21-20.

On the Line: Week 3

DI Staff November 5, 2020

Michigan State vs. Iowa Robert Read, Pregame Editor (2-8): Iowa — I mean, maybe? Austin Hanson, Sports Editor (5-5): Michigan State — I’m going to regret this pick later, aren’t I? Isaac...

The Iowa football team is introduced during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

One-on-one with former Iowa quarterback Chuck Long

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter November 5, 2020

The Daily Iowan: It's been a little over 35 years since the naked bootleg play [in 1985 against Michigan State] if you can believe it. Is your memory of that play still crystal clear? Chuck Long:...

Empty stands at Kinnick Stadium are seen on what would have been the football season opener on Saturday Sept. 5, 2020.

Hawkeye traditions on hold as Iowa prepares to host home football game with no fans in attendance

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor October 29, 2020

Howard Samek had attended 494 consecutive Hawkeye football games, home and away, dating back to 1979. That streak was disrupted this fall. It still remains on hold. The Big Ten announced on Aug....

Iowa running back Tyler Goodson breaks a tackle during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 48-3.

On the Line: Week 2

October 29, 2020

Northwestern vs. Iowa Robert Read, Pregame Editor (1-4): Iowa — David Bell just scored another touchdown. Austin Hanson, Sports Editor (3-2): Iowa — Never thought I’d say this, but Iowa’s...

Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald looks on from the bench in the fourth quarter of a game against Ohio State at Ryan Field in Evanston on Friday, Oct. 18, 2019. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Week 2 scouting report: Northwestern

Robert Read, Pregame Editor October 29, 2020

Northwestern had the worst passing offense in the Big Ten by far last season. This season, the Wildcats may have found their quarterback. Peyton Ramsey threw for 6,581 yards and 42 touchdowns in...

Penn State head coach James Franklin. (Jose F. Moreno/The Philadelphia Inquirer/TNS)

Around the Big Ten: Week 2

Chris Werner, Sports Reporter October 29, 2020

Big Ten Power Rankings Ohio State— Any team that makes Nebraska look that bad deserves respect. Michigan— Showed up big in prime time. Purdue— Beat Iowa without Rondale Moore or Jeff...

Former University of Iowa head football coach Hayden Fry signs copies of his book "A High Porch Picnic" Tuesday March 2, 1999 at the Jacobsen athletic building in Iowa City.

One-on-one with former Iowa quarterback Randy Reiners

Isaac Goffin, Assistant Sports Editor October 29, 2020

The Daily Iowan: What did it mean for you to play under Hayden Fry? Randy Reiners: Incredible. Coach Ferentz, incredible. I got a double dose. I got to go on the committee to go fly around and get...

The Iowa football team is introduced during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Heflin set to realize dreams in Hawkeye debut

Austin Hanson, Sports Editor October 22, 2020

Growing up just outside of the Mississippi River’s reach in Prophetstown, Illinois, Jack Heflin had two football dreams — play for the Iowa Hawkeyes and compete in the NFL. On Saturday, one...

Iowa WR Ihmir Smith-Marsette catches a pass during the Iowa football vs. Penn State game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

On the Line: Week 1

DI Staff October 22, 2020

Iowa vs. Purdue Robert Read, Pregame Editor: Iowa — Wait, a season is happening? Austin Hanson, Sports Editor: Iowa — We don’t even know Purdue’s starting QB yet. Isaac Goffin, Assistant...