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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 running back Leshon Williams celebrates in the end zone after a rushing touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 10 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden November 2, 2023

Pete Ruden's (15-9, $1350) Picks:  Iowa -5 Iowa could easily be 7-1 right now with a massive lead in the Big Ten West. Instead, it’s 6-2 and has Minnesota, Nebraska, and Wisconsin all breathing...

Iowa tight end Steven Stilianos blocks Western Michigan linebacker Donald Willis during a football game between No. 25 Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium on Sept. 16. The Hawkeyes defeated the broncos, 41-10.

Five things to watch for ahead of Iowa’s game against Northwestern

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 2, 2023

1. Starting momentum  Under normal circumstances, Iowa would have an advantage coming off a bye week, but given this week’s events, I’m not certain that will be the case. The midweek announcement...

Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill throws the ball during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. Hill had 116 passing yards. The Golden Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes, 12-10.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 10 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 2, 2023

Iowa @ Northwestern  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (31-17): Iowa – At least there will finally be real fans at Wrigley.  Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (25-23): Iowa – A classic 10-3 Big Ten...

Minnesota running back Darius Taylor is pushed out of bounce during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. Taylor totaled 59 yards rushing and 25 yards receiving. The Golden Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes 12-10.

Where and when to watch Iowa take on Northwestern on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor November 2, 2023

Iowa football heads to the Friendly Confines to take on Northwestern in the second-annual 'Wildcats Classic.' According to Sports Illustrated, Iowa won its first matchup against the Wildcats in 1897...

A look at the football field built in Wrigley Field for a 2021 game between Northwestern and Purdue. Iowa and Northwestern play there Saturday (2:30 p.m., Peacock).

Iowa football returns to Chicago to face off against Northwestern at Wrigley Field

Cooper Worth, Pregame Editor November 2, 2023

Chicago's historic Wrigley Field will host an early-November matchup of Midwest rivals, but there won't be any baseball taking place. Instead, the 6-2 Iowa football team will take on  4-4 Northwestern...

Fans cheer after Leshon Williams’ rushing touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Minnesota on Saturday

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 19, 2023

Iowa football looks to hold onto first place in the Big Ten West and keep the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy in Iowa City for the ninth straight season when it faces Minnesota on Saturday. The Hawkeyes have...

Iowa defensive backs Henry Marchese and Jack Koerner carry the Floyd of Rosedale after a football game between No. 19 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated Gophers 27-22.

The Tale of Floyd of Rosedale

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor October 19, 2023

The Iowa and Minnesota football teams duke it out each year for the opportunity to take home the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy. But few know the story behind one of college football’s most iconic rivalry...

Kid captain Bentley Erickson reacts as he exits the Kinnick tunnel during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023.

Bentley Erickson returns to home state for a ‘profound moment’ at Kinnick Stadium

Cooper Worth, Football Reporter October 19, 2023

For Bentley Erickson, returning to Iowa City usually isn't a good thing.  The Ericksons have been visiting Iowa City and the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital consistently for...

Iowa offensive lineman Mason Richman celebrates a first down after a reception from tight end Sam LaPorta during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 8 of the college football season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 19, 2023

Power Rankings  Michigan – The Wolverines will play against actual competition soon, right?  Ohio State – Marvin Harrison Jr. is him, but he also has a surprisingly long neck.  Penn...

Iowa defensive lineman Logan Lee looks at the Nebraska huddle during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022. Lee had seven total tackles. The Huskers lead the Hawkeyes at halftime, 17-0.

More than football: Iowa defensive tackle Logan Lee keeps faith and family in forefront

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 19, 2023

Logan Lee hasn't had a sip of soda since Feb. 3, 2012.  After reading Tim Tebow’s book, “Through My Eyes,” Lee, 11 years old at the time, couldn’t help but make a $100 bet with his father,...

Iowa defensive back TJ Hall puts the ball down near the end zone after a punt during a football game between Iowa and Western Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncos, 41-10.

One-on-one with Iowa cornerback T.J. Hall

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 19, 2023

The Daily Iowan: So you’re from California; what do you miss most about California, and what was your favorite thing to do back home? T.J. Hall: The thing I probably miss most is the weather in...

Iowa running back Leshon Williams gets tackled during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. Williams rushed for 174 yards. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers, 15-6.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s duel against Minnesota

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 19, 2023

1. Tight end production  Now with Erick All out for the season, Iowa is left with a tight end room who has caught a grand total of eight passes in the Black and Gold over the past two seasons. Five...