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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 strong safety Amani Hooker dives into the end zone after intercepting a pass on Ohio State's first play from scrimmage during Iowa's game against Ohio State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes 55 to 24.

One-on-One with Amani Hooker

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 12, 2018

The Daily Iowan: It’s October, so what’s your favorite scary movie? Amani Hooker: The Conjuring. I don’t like demons or nothing like that, but I like it’s scary.   DI: What’s your best...

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.

Hawkeyes react to Brandon Smith’s epic catch

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 12, 2018

In the third quarter of Iowa’s 48-31 victory over border-rival Minnesota,  the Hawkeyes faced a third-and-3 at the Gopher 45-yard line. Hawkeye quarterback Nate Stanley took a snap in the shotgun and,...

Indiana Head Coach, Tom Allen, speaks during Big Ten Football Media Days at McCormick Place Conference Center in Chicago on Monday, July 24, 2017.

By the numbers: Indiana Hoosiers

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter October 12, 2018

This weekend in Bloomington, Indiana, Iowa will play the final game of its two-game road stretch. The Hoosiers have had an up-and-down ride to their current 4-2 record. After their 3-0 nonconference...

Iowa players celebrate their victory after their game against Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium on Saturday, October 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers 48-31.

On The Line – Week 7

October 12, 2018

Iowa at Indiana Adam Hensley (Pregame Editor, 15-10): Iowa - The last time Indiana had 9 wins, Lyndon B. Johnson was president. Pete Ruden (Sports Editor, 16-9): Iowa - Hawkeyes win the game, but...

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Nick Easley (84) scores a touchdown during the Iowa/UNI football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 15, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers, 38-14.

Hawkeye Nick Easley shares special relationship with brother Matt Easley

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor October 12, 2018

When Nick Easley was in sixth grade, he enjoyed his first big victory. In a wrestling match with his ninth-grade brother, Easley came out on top for the first time. Allegedly. Matt Easley, the older brother,...

Iowa's Keegan Render prepares to snap the ball during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes, 28-17.

On The Line – Week 6

October 4, 2018

Iowa at Minnesota Adam Hensley (Pregame Editor, 13-7): Iowa - I bet Minnesota would trade one of its 10,000 lakes for a Super Bowl win. Pete Ruden (Sports Editor, 13-7): Iowa - Minnesota is just...

Iowa defensive lineman Matt Nelson is seen on the line of scrimmage during the game at Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017.

Matt Nelson: Chasing quarterbacks and medical-school dreams

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor October 4, 2018

Matt Nelson isn’t just a central piece in one of the country’s best defensive lines — he’s a smart and driven biology and human physics major who spent his summers in the classroom and a UI research...

Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin carries the ball during Iowa's game against Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 28-17.

College Football Week 6: Nebraska falls to bottom of Big Ten

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor October 4, 2018

Big Ten Power Rankings 1) Ohio State (5-0): Dwayne Haskins? Yup. Win over Penn State? Yup. Playoff bound? Yup. 2) Penn State (4-1): One play call away from being No. 1 on my coveted power rankings. 3)...

Minnesota running back Rodney Smith gets tackled by Iowa linebacker Josey Jewell and Jake Gervase during an Iowa/Minnesota football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Golden Gophers, 17-10.

By the numbers: Minnesota Gophers

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor October 4, 2018

Iowa goes on the road for the first time in the 2018 season to face a Minnesota team that has had more luck than anything. The Gophers opened up their season by sweeping their nonconference slate against...

Iowa cornerback Michael Ojemudia tackles Michigan State wide receiver Felton Davis during the game between Iowa and Michigan State at Spartan Stadium on Saturday Sept. 30, 2017. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes 17-10.

One-on-one with Hawkeye cornerback Michael Ojemudia

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter October 4, 2018

DI: Does pineapple belong on pizza? Ojemudia: Yes, I actually always put pineapple on pizza. People hate me for that, but yeah.   DI: What your go-to sports game? Michael Ojemudia: FIFA, definitely...

Iowa Hawkeyes running back Mekhi Sargent (10) tries to run through a tackle during a game against Northern Iowa at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sep. 15, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Panthers 38–14. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

On The Line – Week 4

September 20, 2018

No. 18 Wisconsin at Iowa Adam Hensley (Pregame Editor, 9-6): Wisconsin - I think Iowa will gain more than 66 yards of total offense, though. Pete Ruden (Sports Editor, 10-5): Iowa- I never would...

Iowa center Keegan Render and teammates carry the Cy-Hawk trophy off the field after Iowa's game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the cyclones 13-3.

One-on-one with Hawkeye center Keegan Render

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor September 20, 2018

Daily Iowan: What’s your go-to throwback jam? Keegan Render: My go-to throwback jam, probably “September,” by Earth, Wind, & Fire. It’s a good song.   DI: How would you describe your...