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Matt McGowan

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor

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Matt McGowan is The Daily Iowan’s Pregame Editor. He is a sophomore double majoring in journalism and mass communications and American studies with a minor in sport studies.  This is his second year with the DI. 

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IndyStar’s Indiana Fever reporter Chloe Peterson and staff photographer Grace Smith pose Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024, in front of a Caitlin Clark mural by Indianapolis artist Kwazar Martin. Peterson and Smith, both former University of Iowa students, covered Clark’s basketball journey through college. Both now cover Clark as a professional WNBA player for the Indiana Fever.

Chloe Peterson and Grace Smith continue their coverage and commitment

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
April 22, 2025
Iowa guard Lucy Olsen exits the court following a basketball game between No. 11 Iowa and No. 14 Wisconsin at the TIAA Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 81-54. Olsen broke 2000 career points and finished the night with 19 points, going 3-4 on 3-point attempts.

Lucy Olsen drafted No. 23 overall by Washington Mystics in WNBA Draft

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
April 14, 2025
Newly hired Iowa Men’s basketball coach Ben McCollum speaks at a press conference at Carver Hawkeye area on March 25, 2025. McCollum is an Iowa City native and held previous coaching jobs at Northwest Missouri State and Drake. His coaching record is 426–95. Wyatt Goodale Daily Iowan.

Ben McCollum embraces Iowa roots in his goal of growing fan attendance

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
March 25, 2025
Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson celebrates during the 2023 Wildcats Classic, a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Wrigley Field in Chicago, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Jackson had seven total tackles. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 10-7.

Iowa football’s Nick Jackson embraces versatility and mental acuity as NFL Draft prospect.

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
March 25, 2025
Ladji Dembele prepares to shoot a free-throw during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Washington at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa on Feb. 22, 2025. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 85-79.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Ladji Dembele enters transfer portal

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
March 20, 2025
Brock Harding drives past Tyler Harris during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Washington at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa on Feb. 22, 2025. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 85-79.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Brock Harding enters transfer portal

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
March 17, 2025
Iowa’s Owen Freeman shoots a layup during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Iowa State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Dec. 12, 2024. The Cyclones defeated the Hawkeyes, 89-80.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Owen Freeman enters the transfer portal

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
March 15, 2025
Iowa helmets sit on the sidelines before a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6.

Iowa football hires Omar Young as new runnings backs coach

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
March 14, 2025
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery yells at the court during a basketball game between the No. 15 Iowa Hawkeyes and the No. 7 Illinois Fighting Illini at the TIAA Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana on Thursday, March 13, 2025. The Fighting Illini defeated the Hawkeyes, 106-94.

Fran McCaffery expects to return as Iowa head coach, outlines future plans for program

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
March 13, 2025
Pryce Sandfort celebrates a three-pointer during game one at the Big Ten Tournament between Iowa and Ohio State at the Gainbridge Feildhouse on March 12, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The game is tied at halftime, 37-37.

Iowa men’s basketball tops Ohio State, 77-70, in first round of Big Ten Tournament

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
March 12, 2025
Fran McCaffery looks up and smiles during a basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Nebraska Cornhuskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2025 in Lincoln, Nebraska. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 83-68.

Point/Counterpoint | Who should be Iowa men’s basketball’s next head coach?

Chris Meglio and Matt McGowan
March 11, 2025
Payton Sandfort shoots a three-pointer over Sam Hoiberg during a basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Nebraska Cornhuskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2025 in Lincoln, Nebraska. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 83-68.

Iowa’s Payton Sandfort finds appreciation amid adversity

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
March 11, 2025
Pryce Sandfort attempts a dunk during a basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Nebraska Cornhuskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2025 in Lincoln, Nebraska. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 83-68.

Pryce Sandfort’s journey to “all-around baller:” Weights, nutrition, and a nagging older brother

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
March 9, 2025
Iowa fans celebrate during a basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Nebraska Cornhuskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena on March 9, 2025 in Lincoln, Nebraska. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 83-68.

Iowa men’s basketball to face Ohio State in first round of Big Ten Tournament

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
March 9, 2025
Fran McCaffery yells at the team during a basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and The Michigan State Spartans at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on March 6, 2025 in Iowa City, Iowa. The Spartans defeated the Hawkeyes, 91-84.

Iowa men’s basketball drops home finale to No. 8 Michigan State after second half collapse

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
March 6, 2025
Iowa coach Fran McCaffery (right) and Michigan State coach Tom Izzo meet before a basketball game between Iowa and Michigan State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2018. The Hawkeyes were defeated by the visiting Spartans, 96-93. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa men’s basketball notebook | Fran McCaffery addresses departure rumors, seniors reflect on careers

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
March 4, 2025
Iowa Forward Pryce Sandfort uses a towel while on the bench during an Iowa mens basketball game against Texas A&M Commerce at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Nov 4, 2024. Sandfort put up 13 points on 33% three-point shooting. The Hawkeyes defeated the Lions, 89-67.

Iowa men’s basketball crushed by 20 on the road against Illinois

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
February 25, 2025
Brock Harding drives past Tyler Harris during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Washington at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa on Feb. 22, 2025. The Hawkeyes defeated the Huskies, 85-79.

Iowa men’s basketball tops Washington, enduring poster dunks with free-throw line fortitude and bench production

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
February 22, 2025
Mid-Year transfer Johnson-Arigu watches as players warmup before a men's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes fell to the Gophers 72-67. Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery announced Johnson-Arigus transfer from the University of Miami on Tuesday.

Iowa MBB Notebook | Washington scouting report, Johnson-Arigu’s midseason transfer

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
February 21, 2025
Even Brauns attempts to dunk the ball during a men’s basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the seventh-ranked Purdue Boilermakers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Feb. 4, 2025 in Iowa City, Iowa. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 90-81.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Even Brauns turns back the clock in 15-point effort against Oregon

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
February 20, 2025
Brock Harding looks for an open pass during an Iowa men’s basketball game against Rider University at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Nov. 19 The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncs, 83-58.

Iowa men’s basketball tops Rutgers, 84-73, to earn first road win of the season

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
February 12, 2025
Fran McCaffery calls to the team during a men’s basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the seventh ranked Purdue Boilermakers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Feb. 4, 2025 in Iowa City, Iowa. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 90-81.

Three takeaways in Iowa men’s basketball’s loss to No. 21 Wisconsin

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
February 8, 2025
C.J. Cox drives with the ball during a men’s basketball game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the seventh ranked Purdue Boilermakers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Feb. 4, 2025 in Iowa City, Iowa. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 90-81.

Iowa men’s basketball’s late rally falls short in home loss to No. 7 Purdue

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
February 4, 2025
Iowa fans share worried expressions as they wait for an Iowa Spirit Squad member to show signs of consciousness after a head and neck injury during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes fell to the Gophers 72-67.

The Iowa cheerleading team champions safety

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
February 4, 2025
The Nagle-Duda Gymnastic and Spirit Squads Training Center is seen on Jan. 31, 2025. The center is located off of Prairie Meadow Drive, south of Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Complex. The practice facility provides a Marley dance floor, cheer mats, a sound system and more.

Iowa gymnastics and spirit squads welcome Nagle-Duda Training Center as new campus home

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
January 31, 2025
Owen Freeman and Seydou Traore rebound the ball during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Penn State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Friday, Jan. 24, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions 76-75.

Column | Iowa men’s basketball has problems of its own making, hindering any chance of a postseason run

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
January 28, 2025
Iowa forward Payton Sandfort looks up at the score during a timeout during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes fell to the Gophers 72-67.

Iowa men’s basketball falls to Ohio State, 82-65, as season continues to spiral downhill

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
January 27, 2025
Iowa head coach Fran McCaffery watches during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Minnesota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2024. The Hawkeyes fell to the Gophers 72-67.

Iowa men’s basketball scores season-low point total in upset loss to Minnesota

Matt McGowan, Sports Reporter
January 22, 2025
Iowa guard Drew Thelwell shoots a mid range jumper during the Holiday Hoopla matchup between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the New Orleans Privateers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Dec. 15 in Iowa City, Iowa. The Hawkeyes claimed victory, 104-57.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Drew Thelwell a ‘seamless transition’

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
January 21, 2025
Iowa Forward Pryce Sandfort uses a towel while on the bench during an Iowa mens basketball game against Texas A&M Commerce at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Nov 4, 2024. Sandfort put up 13 points on 33% three-point shooting. The Hawkeyes defeated the Lions, 89-67.

Iowa men’s basketball falls to USC by 10, has yet to win on road this season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
January 15, 2025
Iowa guard Drew Thelwell celebrates a fast break dunk during an Iowa mens basketball game against Texas A&M Commerce at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Nov 4, 2024. Thelwell contributed 10 of the 32 points scored by Iowa’s bench. The Hawkeyes defeated the Lions 89-67.

Iowa men’s basketball eases past Indiana, 85-60, for second straight win

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
January 11, 2025
Iowa helmets sit on the sidelines before a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6.

Iowa football scoops up receiver Sam Phillips from transfer portal

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
January 9, 2025
South Dakota State quarterback Mark Gronowski prepares to throw the ball during a football game between Iowa and South Dakota State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. The Hawkeyes defeated the Jackrabbits, 7-3. Gronowski thew for 87 yards.

Iowa football lands transfer quarterback Mark Gronowski from South Dakota State

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
January 7, 2025
Iowa helmets sit on the sidelines before a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6.

Iowa football lands transfer defensive lineman Bryce Hawthorne

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
January 4, 2025
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz instructs defensive players during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl between Iowa and Missouri at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. Following the first half, Iowa leads Missouri 21-14.

Column | For Iowa football, consistency comes at a cost

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 30, 2024
Missouri quarterback Brady Cook prepares to snap the ball during the TransPerfect Music City Bowl between Iowa and Missouri at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. Following the first half, Iowa leads Missouri 21-14.

Iowa football falls, 27-24, to No. 19 Missouri after Tigers mount second-half comeback

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 30, 2024
Head coaches Kirk Ferentz and Eliah Drinkwitz pose for a picture after accepting customized guitars during a press conference in the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tenn., on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024. Head coaches Kirk Ferentz and Eliah Drinkwitz, as well as both team's defensive and offensive coordinators, spoke about the game and answered questions from the media. The Iowa Hawkeyes and Missouri Tigers will face off in the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Monday, Dec. 30, at Nissan Stadium.

Iowa football’s Kirk Ferentz, Missouri’s Eli Drinkwitz feature different backgrounds but a common perspective

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 29, 2024
Players huddle during an Iowa football practice at Ensworth High School in Nashville, Tenn., on Friday, Dec. 27, 2024. The Iowa Hawkeyes and Missouri Tigers will face off in the 2024 TransPerfect Music City Bowl on Monday, Dec. 30, at Nissan Stadium.

Center Logan Jones, linebacker Kyler Fisher among four Iowa football players missing Music City Bowl

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 29, 2024
Iowa wide receiver Kaden Wetjen returns a punt during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Iowa football’s Kaden Wetjen likely to return, but won’t rule out other futures

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 27, 2024
Iowa guard Caitlin Clark celebrates after victory over No. 2 Indiana at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers, 86-85. Clark recorded 34 points, nine defensive rebounds, and nine assists.

Iowa to retire Caitlin Clark’s jersey number on Feb. 2, 2025

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 18, 2024
Iowa fans celebrate as a field goal is made to win the game in the last six seconds during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Missouri

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 17, 2024
An official separates the Hawkeyes and Huskers for the coin toss before a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

On The Line | The Daily Iowan’s football coverage team picks a slate of bowl games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 17, 2024
Iowa defensive lineman Aaron Graves tackles Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide to bowl season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden
December 17, 2024
Iowa running back Kamari Moulton is tackled by Washington defensive back Ephesians Prysock during a football game between Iowa and Washington at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s matchup against Missouri

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 17, 2024
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz observes players during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes 20-17.

Iowa football will bridge to balance this offseason

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 17, 2024
Iowa head coach Renee Gillispie observes action during a softball game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Bob Pearl Field in Iowa City on Friday, March 25, 2022. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes, 10-5.

Iowa softball head coach Renee Gillispie steps down for 2025 season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 17, 2024
Iowa defensive lineman Ethan Hurkett disrupts Indiana quarterback Jack Tuttle during a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6. (Jerod Ringwald/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football’s Ethan Hurkett will return for extra season of eligibility

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 16, 2024
Cooper Koch shoots a three-pointer during the Holiday Hoopla matchup between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the New Orleans Privateers at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Sunday, Dec. 15 in Iowa City, Iowa. The Hawkeyes claimed victory, 104-57.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Cooper Koch makes productive return to the court

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 15, 2024
Iowa forward Payton Sandfort goes up for a dunk against TA&MC guard Scooter Williams Jr. during an Iowa mens basketball game against Texas A&M Commerce at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, Nov 4, 2024. The Hawkeyes shot 20 free throws throughout the game on Monday. The Hawkeyes defeated the Lions 89-67.

Iowa men’s basketball falls to No. 3 Iowa State, 89-80, after late scoring drought

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 12, 2024
Fans react as Iowa defense prepares to defend during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Iowa football releases 2025 schedule

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 11, 2024
Seydou Traore shoots a free throw during an Iowa men’s basketball game against Rider University at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Nov. 19 The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncs, 83-58.

Iowa men’s basketball notebook | Hawkeyes look to upset third-ranked Cyclones with a potential key returnee

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 11, 2024
Iowa forward Chris Tadjo poses for a portrait during men’s basketball media day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Monday, October. 7, 2024. The team took interviews from the media and held an open practice.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Chris Tadjo lives a life of constant adjustments and gratitude

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 10, 2024
Iowa center Logan Jones listens to the National Anthem 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.

Iowa football’s Logan Jones will return for final season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 10, 2024
Iowa quarterback Marco Lainez runs with the ball during the 2024 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl between No. 17 Iowa and No. 20 Tennessee at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024. The Volunteers defeated the Hawkeyes, 35-0.

Iowa football’s Marco Lainez enters transfer portal

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 9, 2024
Iowa and Kentucky face off during the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium in Nashville on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022. 42,312 fans attended the game. The Hawkeyes became the 2022 TransPerfect Music City Bowl champions after defeating the Wildcats, 21-0.

Iowa football will play Missouri at Music City Bowl on Dec. 30

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 8, 2024
Iowa helmets sit on the sidelines before a football game between No. 18 Iowa and No. 17 Indiana at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Hoosiers 34-6.

Iowa football’s James Resar and Rusty VanWetzinga IV add to Hawkeye transfer portal entrees

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 5, 2024
Josh Dix shoots a reverse layup while being contested by Nick Martinelli during an Iowa basketball game against the Northwestern Wildcats on December 3rd at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. This was the first Big-Ten matchup for the Hawkeyes, who came out with a last second win over the Wildcats, 80-79.

Iowa men’s basketball wins on mirror-image buzzer-beater, but it has room for reflection going forward

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 3, 2024
Hawkeyes celebrate after a touchdown by Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Nov. 2. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 42-10.(Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)

Eleven Iowa football players earn 2024 All-Big Ten team status

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 3, 2024
Iowa wide receiver Kaden Wetjen returns a punt during a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Iowa football’s Kaden Wetjen earns Big Ten’s Rodgers-Dwight Return Specialist of the Year Award

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 3, 2024
Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson stiff arms Northwestern defensive back Damon Walters before running into the endzone during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Oct. 26. Johnson averaged 7.8 yards per carry, scoring three touchdowns and totaling 109 yards. Johnson now has 16 rushing touchdowns for the season. Following the first half the Hawkeyes lead the Wildcats, 12-7.

Iowa football’s Kaleb Johnson wins Ameche-Dayne Award as top running back in the Big Ten

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 3, 2024
Iowa defensive players embrace Iowa linebacker Jay Higgins after his interception during a Cy-Hawk football game between No. 21 Iowa and Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. The Hawkeyes lead the Cyclones, 13-0, after the first half. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football’s Jay Higgins wins Big Ten’s Butkus-Fitzgerald Linebacker of the Year Award

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 3, 2024
Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson runs into the end zone for an Iowa tocuhdown during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 42-10.

Iowa football’s Kaleb Johnson declares for NFL Draft

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
December 1, 2024
Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson embraces a coach after winning a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Column | No doghouse, only development: a source of Iowa football pride

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 30, 2024
Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson celebrates an Iowa win after a football game between Iowa and Nebraska at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024. Iowa defeated Nebraska, 13-10.

Iowa football defeats Nebraska with second-half comeback solidified by clutch defense

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 29, 2024
Iowa offensive lineman Tyler Elsbury celebrates after a turnover during a football game between No. 17 Iowa and Nebraska at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln Nebraska on Friday, Nov. 23, 2023. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers 13-10.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 14 of the college football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden
November 27, 2024
Photo contributed by Taylor Vessel of UIHC

‘The happiest kid ever:’ Kid Captain Lukas Hazen embraces others with a ‘genuine smile’

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 27, 2024
Iowa defensive lineman Chauncey Golston carries the Heroes Trophy after the football game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on Friday, November 29, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cornhuskers, 27-24.

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Nebraska

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 27, 2024
Brock Harding looks for an open pass during an Iowa men’s basketball game against Rider University at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Nov. 19 The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncs, 83-58.

Iowa men’s basketball trounces USC Upstate with 110-point effort but loses key player to injury

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 26, 2024
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz observes players during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes 20-17.

Iowa football notebook | Kirk Ferentz updates quarterback situation, reflects on seniors

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 26, 2024
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz answers questions during a press conference following a football game between Iowa and Maryland at SECU Stadium in College Park, Md. on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 29-13.

Column | Iowa football claims to ignore distractions, but Kirk Ferentz leaves no doubt as to what he values

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 23, 2024
Iowa quarter back Jackson Stratton throws the ball during a football game between Iowa and Maryland at SECU Stadium in College Park, Md. on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 29-13.

Iowa football’s Next Man In rings true in road victory over Maryland

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 23, 2024
Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Maryland at SECU Stadium in College Park, Md. on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024.

Iowa football tops Maryland, 29-13, with dominating ground game

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 23, 2024
Iowa quarterback Cade McNamara walks off the field after fumbling the ball during a football game between No. 3 Ohio State and Iowa at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2024. Cade McNamara passed for 98 yards and had 14 completions. The Buckeyes defeated the Hawkeyes 35-7.

Iowa football quarterback Cade McNamara says he’s not cleared to play, but intends to return

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 22, 2024
Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris signals fourth down during a spring practice at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, May 1, 2021.

Iowa football’s Jermari Harris opts out rest of the season to prepare for NFL Draft

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 22, 2024
The Maryland student section awaits kickoff during a football game between Iowa and Maryland at Maryland Stadium on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins 51-14.

Where and when to watch Iowa football’s battle against Maryland

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 22, 2024
Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson and Iowa defensive lineman Yahya Woody try to block UCLA quarterback Ethan Garbers’ pass during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes 20-17.

On The Line | The Daily Iowan’s football coverage team picks a slate of Week 13 games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 22, 2024
UCLA running back T.J. Harden tries to break tackles during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes 20-17.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 13 of the college football season

Pete Ruden and Matt McGowan
November 22, 2024
Maryland head coach Michael Locksley speaks at a press conference during the final day of Big Ten Football Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Wednesday, July 25, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Oregon, Maryland. Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana, and Washington answered questions from the media. Locksley led the Terrapins to a 8-5 record for the 2023 season.

Five things to watch for in Iowa’s matchup against Maryland

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 21, 2024
Iowa defensive back Jermari Harris celebrates following a safety during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 40-14.

Learning never stops for Iowa cornerback Jermari Harris

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 21, 2024
Iowa guard Drew Thelwell defends against a Coyote player during a men's basketball game between Iowa and South Dakota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Coyotes 96-77.

Gridlock on the hardwood | Iowa men’s basketball embraces defensive turnaround this season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 20, 2024
Iowa quarterback Jackson Stratton passes the ball during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes 20-17.

Iowa football notebook | Kirk Ferentz says quarterback situation cloudy ahead of contest against Maryland

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 19, 2024
Owen Freeman goes up for a rebound during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Washington State at Vibrant Arena in Moline, Illinois, on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.

Iowa men’s basketball tops Washington State, 76-66, with clutch defensive effort in Quad Cities Showdown

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 15, 2024
Owen Freeman celebrates a 3-pointer during the Iowa Men’s basketball game against Southern University on Nov. 7 at Carver Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. The Hawkeye men battled and won 89-74 over the Jaguars.

Iowa men’s basketball notebook | Brock Harding, Owen Freeman share thoughts on Moline homecoming

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 14, 2024
Iowa forward Seydou Traore looks up during a timeout during a men's basketball game between Iowa and South Dakota at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Coyotes 96-77.

Iowa men’s basketball’s Seydou Traore stays at his own pace

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 13, 2024
Iowa offensive coordinator Tim Lester speaks during a press conference at the Hansen Football Performance Center in Iowa City on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024. Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz announced on Jan. 31 that former senior analyst for the Green Bay Packers Tim Lester will serve as the next offensive coordinator for the Hawkeyes. Before his move to Iowa City, Lester held the position of head coach at Western Michigan University for six seasons and served as quarterbacks coach for both Purdue and Syracuse before his head coach title at WMU.

Iowa football notebook | Tim Lester talks hazy quarterback situation, passing game progress

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 12, 2024
UCLA players huddle during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes 20-17.

Column | Iowa football has defined itself with inconsistency this season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 9, 2024
Iowa quarterback Jackson Stratton passes the ball during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024. The Bruins defeated the Hawkeyes 20-17.

Iowa quarterback Jackson Stratton embraces sudden shift from scout team to starter

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 9, 2024
UCLA linebacker Kain Medrano tackles Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan forcing a fumble during a football game between Iowa and UCLA at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, Calif. on Friday Nov. 8, 2024.

Iowa football falls to UCLA, 20-17, after failure to stop the run and costly turnovers on offense

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 9, 2024
Iowa defensive lineman Deontae Craig tackles Badger tight end Riley Nowakowski during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 42-10. (Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)

On the Line | The Daily Iowan’s football coverage team picks a slate of Week 11 games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 8, 2024
UCLA coach Deshaun Foster listens to a question during day two of Big Ten Football Media Day at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Coaches and athletes from Iowa, UCLA, USC, Michigan State, Nebraska, and Penn State answered questions from the media.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s Friday night battle against UCLA

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 8, 2024
Fans use flashlights during the Hawkeye Wave after the first quarter of a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 42-10.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowan’s official bettor’s guide for Week 11 of the college football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden
November 8, 2024
Iowa fans cheer for the team as they prepare to run out of the tunnel before the Rose Bowl Game in Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California on Friday, Jan. 1, 2016. Stanford defeated Iowa, 45-16. (The Daily Iowan/Alyssa Hitchcock)

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on UCLA

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 8, 2024
Hawkeyes celebrate after a touchdown by Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Nov. 2. The Hawkeyes defeated the Badgers 42-10.(Emma Calabro/The Daily Iowan)

Around the Big Ten | Power rankings, matchups, for Week 11 of the college football season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 8, 2024
Iowa tight end Zach Ortwerth carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. Following the first half the Hawkeyes lead the Wildcats, 12-7. (Cody Blissett/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa tight end Zach Ortwerth is prepared for the moment.

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 8, 2024
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz speaks to the media after 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. With the win Ferentz became the all time winningest coach in program history.

Iowa football notebook | Hawkeyes discuss Rose Bowl travel, running back unity, election voting

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 5, 2024
Iowa forward Payton Sandfort celebrates after grabbing the game-sealing rebound during a men’s basketball game between Iowa and Penn State at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Nittany Lions, 90-81.

Iowa men’s basketball overcomes rough first half, wins season opener against Texas A&M-Commerce

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 4, 2024
Northwestern prepares to punt the ball during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 40-14.

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Wisconsin

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 1, 2024
Iowa linebacker Nick Jackson signals a safety during a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats, 40-14.

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

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden
November 1, 2024
Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell speaks at a press conference during day one of Big Ten Football Media day at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.

Five things to watch for in Iowa football’s prime-time matchup against Wisconsin

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 1, 2024
Iowa players walk off the field after a football game between Iowa and Northwestern at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 40-14.

On the Line | The Daily Iowan’s football coverage team picks a slate of Week 10 games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor
November 1, 2024
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