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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa defensive back Matt Hankins interferes with a fair catch called by Rutgers' Avery Young during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

On The Line: Week 3

September 12, 2019

No. 19 Iowa vs. Iowa State Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor (6-4): Iowa - “If only Iowa State could stay ranked for one more week” Anna Kayser, Sports Editor (7-3): Iowa - It's a shame that (L)ames is...

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

College football Week 3: Football’s still here

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 12, 2019

Big Ten Power Rankings 1. Ohio State If I was giving out helmet stickers, the Buckeyes would receive plenty. 2. Penn State Not almost losing to Army moves you up in these power rankings. 3....

Iowa running back Toren Young scores a touchdown during the Iowa football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks 38-14.

Hawkeyes building a running back corps

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 12, 2019

It’s Sept. 1, 2018. It’s the third quarter, second and 4 from Iowa’s 48-yard line, and the Hawkeyes have a narrow 3-0 lead on Northern Illinois. Running back Toren Young is handed the ball, breaks...

Kid Captains Skylar Hardee and Jeg Weets walk out onto the football field in Kinnick Stadium with Hawkeye offensive lineman Landan Paulsen at Kids Day at Kinnick on Saturday, August 10, 2019. Kids Day at Kinnick is an annual event for families to experience Iowa's football stadium, while watching preseason practice and honoring this year's Kid Captains. (Ryan Adams/The Daily Iowan)

One-on-one with Iowa offensive lineman Landan Paulsen

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 12, 2019

The Daily Iowan: If you were playing any other sport right now, what would it be? Landan Paulsen: Rugby. I just think it’s a really dynamic game that I never really got to learn growing up. There’s...

Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette jumps over Miami (Ohio) defensive back Sterling Weatherford during the Iowa football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks 38-14.

Smith-Marsette opens scoring with 58-yard touchdown

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 7, 2019

New Jersey native Ihmir Smith-Marsette opened the Big Ten season for Iowa with a long touchdown against his home state Rutgers, going 58 yards to the house in the first quarter. Lined up on the right,...

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith celebrates making Iowa’s first touchdown of the game during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

On the Line: Week 2

September 6, 2019

No. 20 Iowa vs. Rutgers Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor (3-2): Iowa - Iowa >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> New Jersey Anna Kayser, Sports Editor (4-1): Iowa...

Iowa running back Toren Young celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the Iowa football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks 38-14.

One-on-one with Iowa running back Toren Young

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor September 5, 2019

The Daily Iowan: If you could have one animal as a pet, what would it be? Toren Young: Wild animals, I’m afraid of wild animals, so I wouldn’t want anything crazy like a tiger or a lion — nothing...

Iowa defensive tackle Daviyon Nixon prepares to tackle during the Iowa football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks 38-14. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Nothing easy, everything earned: Daviyon Nixon’s path to Iowa football

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter September 5, 2019

Daviyon Nixon has always smiled a lot, especially while playing football. But those smiles became strained following his senior year in high school. After the Kenosha, Wisconsin, native committed to...

Penn State head coach James Franklin speaks during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

College football Week 2: More football, please

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor September 5, 2019

Big Ten Schedule Saturday, September 7 Cincinnati vs. No. 5 Ohio State  11 a.m. | ABC Justin Fields looked impressive in his Buckeyes debut. Let’s see how he does against an opponent other...

The Rutgers team runs onto the field during the Iowa-Rutgers game at High Point Solution Stadium at Piscataway on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016. The Hawkeyes defeated the Knights, 14-7. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Week 2 scouting report: Rutgers

Anna Kayser, Sports Editor September 5, 2019

In the first Big Ten matchup of the season, Iowa takes on Rutgers in what should be a test on more of what Iowa can do internally than combating the opponent. The Scarlet Knights won their Week 1 contest...

Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith talks with teammates in the huddle during Iowa's game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 1, 2018. during Iowa's game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 33-7.

One-on-one with Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith

Pete Mills, Sports Reporter August 29, 2019

Daily Iowan: What do you plan on listening to before games this season? Smith: Favorite artist is by far Lil Wayne. Hands down. I’m more into his mixtapes than his albums, like Dedication 6. When he...

Week 1 scouting report: Miami (Ohio)

Week 1 scouting report: Miami (Ohio)

Robert Read, Assistant Sports Editor August 29, 2019

The Miami (Ohio) football team enters the season after finishing last year’s campaign on a three-game winning streak, ending 6-6. With seven returning starters on offense and defense, both units have...