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The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

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Iowa defensive back Desmond King blocks a pass meant for North Texas wide receiver Thaddeous Thompson during the Iowa-North Texas game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Mean Green, 62-16. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Point/counterpoint: Will Desmond King break the interceptions record; if so, when?

November 13, 2015

Yes, against Minnesota To think that Desmond King will not break Iowa’s single-season interceptions record this weekend, which he has tied, is to not know Minnesota quarterback Mitch Leidner. I should...

Iowa defensive end Nate Meier tackles Maryland defensive end William Likely to stop a punt return during the game against Maryland in Kinnick Stadium on Oct. 31, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins to stay undefeated, 31-15. (The Daily Iowan/Alyssa Hitchcock)

By the Numbers: Iowa-Minnesota

November 13, 2015

With Floyd of Rosedale on the line, several statistical categories indicate why Minnesota comes in as an underdog. By Charlie Green [email protected] The Gophers are a far cry from the 8-4 players...

Fullback Macon Plewa looks determined as he comes out of the tunnel with the rest of the Hawkeye team at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 21st, 2013. Iowa defeated Western Michigan 59-3. (The Daily Iowan/Callie Mitchell)

Unsung heroes fully appreciated

November 6, 2015

Iowa’s two healthy fullbacks have brought something a little extra to Iowa’s offense this season. By Jordan Hansen [email protected] Midway through the first quarter in Iowa’s Oct. 31 game...

Iowa offensive lineman Brandon Scherff talks to fellow lineman Sean Welsh and center Austin Blythe during a timeout at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2014. Iowa defeated Pitt, 24-20. (The Daily Iowan/Tessa Hursh)

Wear ’em out, run ’em dry

November 6, 2015

Iowa can move to 9-0 by wearing the Hoosiers down and pulling away in the fourth quarter, as recent history has shown. By Charlie Green | [email protected] Indiana’s offense is no joke. This...

Same Kirk, new results

Same Kirk, new results

November 6, 2015

Kirk Ferentz hasn’t changed; effective ball control is the difference. By Charlie Green [email protected] A lot has been made about Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz and his apparent overnight...

By the Numbers: ‬Iowa vs. ‬Indiana 

By the Numbers: ‬Iowa vs. ‬Indiana 

November 6, 2015

By Ryan Rodriguez [email protected] Now at 8-0, the Iowa football team will head to Bloomington this weekend to take on Indiana as the Hawkeyes’ bid for a 12-0 season moves into its final...

Around the Big Ten

Around the Big Ten

November 6, 2015

By Danny Payne [email protected] 1) Ohio State (8-0) Pssttt. I see both sides of the revoke J.T. Barrett’s scholarship argument, and don’t think one side is better than the other. *Ducks* 2)...

Iowa defensive back Desmond King blocks a pass meant for North Texas wide receiver Thaddeous Thompson during the Iowa-North Texas game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Mean Green, 62-16. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

DI Pregame Roundtable

November 6, 2015

The following is an excerpt from the DI’s Pregame podcast. In this week’s edition of the DI’s Pregame Podcast, Danny, Charlie, Jordan, and Ryan put Maryland-Iowa to rest, talk Iowa-Indiana with...

What is Iowa’‬s biggest concern going forward?

What is Iowa’‬s biggest concern going forward?

November 6, 2015

Three DI staffers debate the biggest worry about the Iowa football team. Pass rush Iowa’s pass rush for the remainder of the year concerns me. The Hawkeyes have managed 24 sacks as a team this year....

The road ahead

The road ahead

October 30, 2015

Even with the Hawkeyes in the top 10, voters and media likely won’t be sold until the Hawks prove themselves against a quality opponent — but they aren’t concerned. By Charlie Green   |   [email protected] In...

Backs, back

Backs, back

October 30, 2015

  LeShun Daniels Jr. will likely return against Maryland. What will his role be? By Jordan Hansen [email protected] Over the first game-and-a-half, Iowa’s running-back rotation was simple....

FILE - Iowa running back Akrum Wadley celebrates after his touchdown during the Iowa-North Texas game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Mean Green, 62-16. (The Daily Iowan/Valerie Burke, file)

By The Numbers: Iowa-Maryland

October 30, 2015

Take a numbers-heavy look at No. 10 Iowa's matchup with Maryland. By Danny Payne [email protected] Coming into this game, No. 10 Iowa is expected to pummel lowly Maryland. Some stats tell that...