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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

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Penn State quarterback Trace McSorley throws during the 4th quarter of Iowa's game against Penn State at Kinnick Stadium on Sept. 23, 2017. Penn State defeated Iowa 21-19 on a last second touchdown past.

College Football Week 4: A big game for Iowa

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor September 20, 2018

Big Ten Power Rankings 1) Ohio State (3-0): Urban Meyer had issues with text messages, but the Buckeyes don’t seem to have any issues with playing football. 2) Penn State (3-0): After squeaking...

Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor (23) is tackled by Iowa linebacker Ben Niemann (44) just before the goal line during the game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017. The Hawkeyes fell to the Badgers 38-14. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

By the numbers: Wisconsin

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor September 20, 2018

Heading into a night battle in Kinnick Stadium, Iowa is undefeated, and Wisconsin is unexpectedly 2-1 after suffering a 24-21 loss to BYU. The loss shouldn’t fool anyone, though — the Badgers are...

Iowa Linebacker Nick Niemann (49) celebrates a defensive stop with defensive back Amani Hooker (27)during Iowa's game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 13-3.

Hawkeye Nick Niemann embraces football family

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter September 20, 2018

It was fourth-and-2 at the Hawkeye 39-yard line for Northern Illinois in a scoreless game near the end of the first quarter. The Huskies went for it, trying a jet sweep to the right, but immediately after...

Iowa State's Sheldon Croney Jr gets tackled by Iowa defense during the Iowa/Iowa State football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 13-3.

On The Line – Week 3

September 13, 2018

Northern Iowa at Iowa Adam Hensley (Pregame Editor, 6-4): Iowa - This game shouldn’t be scheduled in the first place. Pete Ruden (Sports Editor, 6-4): Iowa -UNI hasn’t been as good ever since...

Iowa's Toren Young attempts to stop Iowa State's D'Andre Payne's tackle during the Iowa/Iowa State football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 13-3.

College Football Week 2: Nothing to see here except Ohio State vs. TCU

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter September 13, 2018

Power Rankings 1) Ohio State (2-0): 129 points in two games, ’nuff said. 2) Wisconsin (2-0):  Wisconsin probably deserves to share the top spot with Ohio State. 3) Penn State (2-0): Nittany...

Boston College wide receiver Kobay White (9) catches the ball over Iowa's Jake Gervase (30) during the first half of the New Era Pinstripe Bowl at Yankee Stadium in New York on Wednesday, Dec. 27.

One-on-one with Hawkeye safety Jake Gervase

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor September 13, 2018

Daily Iowan: If you could play any position, what would it be? Jake Gervase: Probably running back, just because I was a quarterback that ran the ball a lot in high school, and it was a lot of fun....

Iowa Tight End Noah Fant runs after a catch during Iowa's game against Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones 13-3.

Noah Fant holds major advantage for Hawkeye football

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor September 13, 2018

Too fast for linebackers, too big for defensive backs, Noah Fant is a defensive coordinator’s worst nightmare. For opposing defenses, a lack of sleep comes from trying to stop Fant from running over...

Iowa's Ivory Kelly-Martin sheds a tackle from NIU's Kyle Pugh during the Iowa/NIU football game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 33-7.

One-on-one with Hawkeye running back Ivory Kelly-Martin

Adam Hensley, Pregame Editor September 6, 2018

Daily Iowan: If someone hands you the AUX, who do you play? Ivory Kelly-Martin: I’m really big into rap. Chief Keef is my go-to, no matter what time of day it is. DI: Who is the most overrated person...

Iowa running back Mehki Sargent carries the ball during Iowa's game against Northern Illinois at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2018. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies 33-7.

On The Line – Week 2

September 6, 2018

Iowa State vs. Iowa Adam Hensley (Pregame Editor, 3-2): Iowa - Iowa State has never won 10 games in a season. Ever. Pete Ruden (Sports Editor, 3-2): Iowa- Isn't it ironic that the Cyclones cancelled...

Iowa linebacker Ben Niemann trips up Ohio State running back Mike Weber during the Iowa/Ohio State football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Buckeyes in a storming fashion, 55-24. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

College football Week 1: A Big Ten Roast

Anna Kayser, Assistant Sports Editor September 6, 2018

Power Rankings 1) Ohio State (1-0): 77 points, 42 in the first half. Come on. 2) Wisconsin (1-0):  I’m going to say this every week leading up to its appearance at Kinnick. Wisconsin is good. 3)...

Iowa State running back David Montgomery is tackled by Iowa linemen during the Cy-Hawk game at Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. The Hawkeyes went on to defeat the Cyclones 44-41 to win the Cy-Hawk trophy.

By the numbers: Iowa State

Jordan Zuniga, Sports Reporter September 6, 2018

For the 42nd-straight year, Iowa will take on its in-state rival, Iowa State. This will be the 66th time the two teams will meet, and Iowa has the upper hand in the series, 43-22. The Hawkeyes are on a...

Iowa's Ihmir Smith-Marsette avoids tackles during the Iowa State game at Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017.

Hawkeye wide receiver Smith-Marsette takes difficult path to show ability, personality

Pete Ruden, Sports Editor September 6, 2018

Ihmir Smith-Marsette arrived in Iowa City as a 159-pound wide receiver, his small frame filling out a black Hawkeye jersey with a big white No. 6 plastered on the front. A speedy receiver who fought his...