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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 quarterback Deacon Hill throws a pass during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Hill averaged 4.3 yards per throw.

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

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 6, 2023

Iowa football heads into its first Big Ten West game of the season against Purdue on Saturday afternoon at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes are looking for their second straight conference victory following...

Iowa linebackers Kyler Fisher, Nick Jackson, Jay Higgins, and defensive lineman Deontae Craig pose for a portrait during Iowa football media day in Iowa City on Friday, Aug. 11, 2023.

Iowa’s top linebackers swap jokes and trade tackles

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 5, 2023

Iowa football’s Nick Jackson was sitting outside the Hawkeyes’ practice facility when he heard a voice he knew all too well. “You need a ride?”  That was the shout of teammate and fellow...

Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Nico Ragaini (89) celebrates a touchdown with tight end Sam LaPorta (84) and running back Kaleb Johnson (2) during a football game between Iowa and Purdue at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind., on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s game against Purdue

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 5, 2023

1. Performance of Deacon Hill  It’s one thing for a backup quarterback to make their debut in the middle of the game, but it's another for that same quarterback to come back the next week and deliver...

Pregame: Before the Kickoff – Iowa vs. Purdue

Michael Merrick, DITV Sports Director October 5, 2023

Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris breaks up a pass intended for Kentucky wide receiver Chris Lewis during the 2022 Vrbo Citrus Bowl between No. 15 Iowa and No. 22 Kentucky at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., on Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes, 20-17.

One-on-one with Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 5, 2023

The Daily Iowan: What would be the first thing you would do if you won the lottery? Jermari Harris: If I won the lottery? I would get my dad a new tombstone. I want to get him one of those big,...

Iowa wide receiver Xavier Nwankpa celebrates after completing a tackle during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Nwankpa had eight total tackles.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 6 of the college football season

Kenna Roering, Sports Editor October 5, 2023

Power Rankings Michigan - The Wolverines haven’t given up more than seven points in a game.  Penn State - Northwestern hung around in the first half.  Ohio State - Interested to see...

Iowa quarterback Deacon Hill throws a pass during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Hill threw for 115 yards.

On the Line | Daily Iowan football staff picks a slate of Week 6 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor October 5, 2023

Purdue @ Iowa  Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (20-10): Iowa – Even a new Gatorade flavor won’t help these lukewarm Boilermakers.  Kenna Roering, Sports Editor (14-16): Iowa – The Hawks desperately...

Iowa listens to the National Anthem as fireworks go off during a football game between Iowa and Michigan State at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Spartans, 26-16. Iowa had a total of 222 years.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 6 of the Iowa football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden October 5, 2023

Pete Ruden's (9-6, $820) Picks:  Iowa -2.5 It’s Deacon Hill SZN. While Purdue has given Iowa its fair share of troubles in the past, I don’t think that will be the case this time around. Hill...

Kid captain Max Schlee poses for a portrait with his family during Kids’ Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023.

Kid Captain Max Schlee chooses to give back

Grace Olson, News Reporter October 5, 2023

Max Schlee experiences life with a rare inherited genetic disorder, but that does not affect the 8-year-old’s performance in the classroom and athletic field.   “He's just a normal kid,”...

The Iowa offensive line stands on the field during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and No. 7 Penn State at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pa., on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes, 31-0.

Iowa football’s offensive line sticks together, stays confident over adversity

Colin Votzmeyer, Assistant Sports Editor October 5, 2023

Iowa’s offensive line room — led by starting left tackle Mason Richman, left guard Nick DeJong, center Logan Jones, right guard Connor Colby, and right tackle Gennings Dunker — is a world of...

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy throws a pass during a football game between Iowa and No. 4 Michigan at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. McCarthy’s longest pass went for 29 yards to wide receiver Andre Anthony. The Wolverines defeated the Hawkeyes, 27-14.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 5 of the college football season

Cooper Worth, Football Reporter September 28, 2023

Power Rankings  Michigan —  With the return of Harbaugh, this team is rolling.  Penn State — Why isn’t every home game a White Out? Ohio State — Marvin Harrison Jr. is a problem.   ...