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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's Colten Rastetter punts during the Iowa/Minnesota football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 17-10, to keep the Floyd of Rosedale trophy.

One-on-one with Hawkeye punter Colten Rastetter

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor November 2, 2018

Daily Iowan: If your teammates could describe you with one word, what do you think it would be and why? Colten Rastetter: Most people call me “Farmer” because I grew up in a small farming community,...

Ohio State wide receiver Binjimen Victor (9) fails to catch what would have been a touchdown pass in the second quarter against Purdue on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. (Brooke LaValley/Columbus Dispatch/TNS)

College football Week 9: Purdue jumps in rankings

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter October 26, 2018

Big Ten Power Rankings 1) Michigan (7-1): Michigan beat up Michigan State on and off the field. 2) Iowa (6-1):  This is the week the Hawkeyes earn this spot 3) Wisconsin (5-2): The weather at the...

Hawkeye defensive end Parker Hesse's relationship step from football gridiron

Hawkeye defensive end Parker Hesse’s relationship step from football gridiron

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor October 26, 2018

Standing in a classroom on a Monday in May after finals week, Parker Hesse was instructed to introduce himself using five photos. One of those photos, of course, was of Iowa football. He began the summary...

Iowa defensive back Geno Stone smiles on the sideline after recovering an onside kick during an NCAA football game between Iowa and Illinois in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2017.  The Hawkeyes defeated the Fighting Illini, 45-16. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

One-on-One with Hawkeye safety Geno Stone

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor October 26, 2018

Daily Iowan: What is the most recent Netflix Show you watched? Geno Stone: Probably “That ‘70s Show.”   DI: What’s the best joke you’ve ever heard? Stone: I don’t know that one. Nothing...

Iowa quarterbacks coach Ken O'Keefe exchanges words with Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley after McSorley punted the ball in celebration after Iowa's game against Penn State at Kinnick Stadium on Sept. 23, 2017. Penn State defeated Iowa 21-19 on a last second touchdown pass.

By the numbers: Penn State

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 26, 2018

Iowa heads to Nittany Lion territory for the first time since 2016. Penn State plays host to what should be the Big Ten’s best game of the weekend, and the numbers back that up. 884: Miles Sanders’...

Iowa offensive lineman Keegan Render waits at the line of scrimmage during the Iowa/Maryland homecoming football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins, 23-0.

On The Line – Week 9

October 26, 2018

No. 18 Iowa at No. 17 Penn State Adam Hensley (Pregame Editor, 21-14): Penn State - Surprise me, Iowa. Pete Ruden (Sports Editor, 22-13): Penn State - Penn State is tripping for not naming its mascot...

Indiana linebacker Reakwon Jones runs toward Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley during Iowa's game at Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018. The Hawkeyes beat the Hoosiers 42-16.

College football Week 8: Iowa moves up in the rankings

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter October 19, 2018

Big Ten Power Rankings 1) Ohio State (7-0): Even after letting Minnesota hang around, the Buckeyes are the team to beat. 2) Michigan (6-1):  Maybe Jim Harbaugh finally has the team to get past Urban...

Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley calls a play in the huddle during Iowa's game against Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, October 13, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 42-16.

On The Line – Week 8

October 19, 2018

Maryland at No. 19 Iowa Adam Hensley (Pregame Editor, 18-12): Iowa - Maryland is on pace to have more punting yards than passing for the fifth-straight season. Pete Ruden (Sports Editor, 18-12): Iowa...

Maryland running back Ty Johnson (6) returns a kickoff 65 yards for a touchdown past Ohio State kicker Sean Nuernberger (96) at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, on October 7, 2017.

By the numbers: Maryland Terrapins

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 19, 2018

Homecoming is upon Iowa City, and while the alumni descend upon their old stomping grounds, the Maryland football team traveled 905 miles to Kinnick. The Terrapins come into the game unranked but hold...

Indiana defensive back Issac James prepares to tackle Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette during Iowa's game at Indiana at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington on Saturday, October 13, 2018. The Hawkeyes beat the Hoosiers 42-16.

One-on-One with Hawkeye wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor October 19, 2018

Daily Iowan: If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Ihmir Smith Marsette: If I could have any superpower, it would be [the ability to] teleport.   DI: What is your favorite play from...

Kid Captain Harper Stribe waits to meet Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz during Iowa Football Kids' Day at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018. The 2018 Kid Captains met the Iowa football team and participated in a behind-the-scenes tour of Kinnick Stadium.

The Hawkeye Spirit: Children’s Hospital and Iowa football celebrate a decade of Kid Captain

Katelyn Weisbrod, Managing Editor October 19, 2018

The Smith family pulled into a parking spot reserved for the Kid Captain before the Iowa/Illinois game on Oct. 7, 2017. Parked next to them was former Hawkeye and New England Patriot defensive end Adrian...

College football Week 7: Ohio State leading the Big Ten

College football Week 7: Ohio State leading the Big Ten

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor October 12, 2018

Big Ten Power Rankings 1) Ohio State (6-0): I’d say something about wanting Urban Meyer to get hit by a bus, but Twitter would suspend my account … again. 2) Penn State (4-1): The most uncomfortable...