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Pete Ruden

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor

Email: [email protected]

Twitter: @PeteyRuden

Pete Ruden is the Pregame Editor at The Daily Iowan, where he has worked since the beginning of his college career. He has covered a variety of sports at the DI, including football, men’s basketball, baseball, wrestling, and men’s tennis. Currently a senior, he served as a sports reporter his freshman year, before becoming the Assistant Sports Editor and then Sports Editor his junior year.

All content by Pete Ruden
Iowa defensive end AJ Epenesa rushes the passer during a football game between Iowa and Wisconsin at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison on Saturday, November 9, 2019.

Week 11 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Wisconsin

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
November 9, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon attempts a 3-pointer during a men's basketball game between Iowa and Southern Illinois-Edwardsville at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cougars, 87-60. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Bohannon bounces back against SIUE after hip surgery

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
November 8, 2019
Iowa center Luka Garza goes for a layup during a men's basketball game between Iowa and SIUE at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.

Iowa men’s hoops topples SIUE in season-opener

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
November 8, 2019
Iowa long snapper Jackson Subbert snaps the ball during a game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0. (Megan Nagorzanski/The Daily Iowan)

Subbert adds to Hawkeye long-snapping legacy

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
November 7, 2019
Northwestern slotback Charlie Mangieri loses the ball as Iowa defensive back Michael Ojemudia collides with him during the Iowa vs. Northwestern football game at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0. Ojemudia had a total of three tackles during the game.

Hawkeyes set for biggest matchup of season against Badgers

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
November 7, 2019
Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor carries the ball during Iowa's game against Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 28-17.

Iowa defense continues prep for Wisconsin’s Taylor

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
November 5, 2019
Iowa guard CJ Fredrick passes the ball during the men's basketball game against Lindsey Wilson College at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, November 4, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 96-58.

Fredrick begins redshirt freshman season on high note

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
November 4, 2019
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp prepares to shoot the ball during the men's basketball game against Lindsey Wilson College at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Monday, November 4, 2019.

Hawkeye men’s hoops downs Blue Raiders in exhibition

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
November 4, 2019
Iowa wide receiver Nico Ragaini catches the ball during a game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0. Ragiani caught for a total of 4 yards.

Which units have made biggest impact for Iowa’s offense and defense?

Pete Ruden and Robert Read
October 30, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon shoots the ball during the NCAA game against Tennessee at Nationwide Arena on Sunday, March 24, 2019. The Volunteers defeated the Hawkeyes 83-77 in overtime.

Bohannon expected to play in Iowa’s opening exhibition game

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 30, 2019
Iowa running back Tyler Goodson breaks a tackle during a game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0. Goodson rushed for a total of 58 yards.

Iowa football’s Goodson shining bright in ground attack

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 29, 2019
Bakari Evelyn speaks with members of the press during an Iowa men’s basketball media availability at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on July 24, 2019.

Evelyn guides McCaffery, Toussaint with previous experience

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 28, 2019
Iowa defensive end Chauncey Golston tackles Northwestern quarter back Aidan Smith during a game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0. The Hawkeyes had a total of 63 tackles.

Golston, Epenesa take advantage of snap increase

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 28, 2019
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent scores a touchdown during the Iowa vs. Northwestern football game at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0. Sargent carried the ball 46 yards, with the longest run at 13 yards.

Ruden: Iowa in perfect position ahead of Wisconsin game

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 27, 2019
Iowa players celebrate during the Iowa vs. Northwestern football game at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following win over Northwestern

Pete Ruden and Pete Mills
October 26, 2019
Iowa wide receiver Tyrone Tracy, Jr. carries the ball during the Iowa vs. Northwestern football game at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Wildcats 20-0.

Tracy steps up against Northwestern in Smith’s absence

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 26, 2019
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during the game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes lead the Wildcats 10-0 at half.

Hawkeyes topple Wildcats in Evanston

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 26, 2019
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during the game against Northwestern at Ryan Field on Saturday, October 26, 2019. The Hawkeyes lead the Wildcats 10-0 at half.

Week 9 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Northwestern

Pete Ruden and Pete Mills
October 26, 2019
Iowa wide receiver Tyrone Tracy Jr. breaks a tackle during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 48-3.

WATCH: Tracy gets Hawkeyes on scoreboard with 50-yard catch

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 26, 2019
Iowa tight end Nate Wieting gets tackled by Purdue defense during the Iowa/Purdue game at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 38-36, with a last second field goal.

Welch, Wieting, Britt inactive against Northwestern

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 26, 2019
Iowa offensive lineman Alaric Jackson prepares to block during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

One-on-one with Iowa offensive tackle Alaric Jackson

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 24, 2019
LB Dillon Doyle celebrates during the Iowa football vs. Penn State game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Iowa defense’s young players step up

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 21, 2019
Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith completes a catch during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders 48-3.

Smith, Welch left off Iowa football’s depth chart

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 21, 2019
Iowa kicker Keith Duncan attempts a field goal during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Grading Iowa’s performance against Purdue

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 20, 2019
Iowa defensive lineman John Waggoner celebrates during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Ruden: Big Ten West a different kind of wild

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 20, 2019
Iowa players react to wide receiver Brandon Smith's catch during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following win over Purdue

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
October 19, 2019
Iowa defensive back Riley Moss prepares to defend during the Iowa football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Boilermakers 26-20.

Moss learns from experience in win over Purdue

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 19, 2019
Iowa kicker Keith Duncan punts the ball during the game against Purdue on Saturday, October 19, 2019.

Hawkeyes down Boilermakers for Homecoming victory

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 19, 2019
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent carries the ball during the football game against Purdue at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, October 19, 2019. The Hawkeyes lead the Boilermakers 9-7 at half.

Week 8 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Purdue

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
October 19, 2019
Former Hawkeye B.J. Armstrong returns to Iowa

Former Hawkeye B.J. Armstrong returns to Iowa

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 19, 2019
Penn State running back Journey Brown (left) and offensive lineman C.J. Thorpe celebrate a touchdown during the Iowa football game against Penn State in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Around the Big Ten: Week 8

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 17, 2019
MTSU quarterback Asher O'Hara escapes Iowa's Geno Stone during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Blue Raiders, 48-3.

Point-counterpoint: Where does Iowa need to improve most?

Pete Ruden and Robert Read
October 17, 2019
Iowa DB Michael Ojemudia attempt to tackle Penn State QB Sean Clifford during the Iowa football vs. Penn State game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa secondary prowling for picks

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 16, 2019
Hankins' return boosts Hawkeye secondary

Hankins’ return boosts Hawkeye secondary

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 14, 2019
Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during the Iowa football game against Penn State in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Grading Iowa’s performance against Penn State

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 13, 2019
Iowa QB Nate Stanley throws a pass during the Iowa football vs. Penn State game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Ruden: Iowa can’t rely only on defense

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 13, 2019
Iowa QB Nate Stanley throws a pass during the Iowa football vs. Penn State game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following loss to Penn State

Pete Ruden and Robert Read
October 12, 2019
Iowa defensive end A.J. Epenesa defends against Penn State offensive lineman Rasheed Walker during the Iowa football game against Penn State in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions defeated the Hawkeyes 17-12. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa defensive line steps up in passing game despite loss

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 12, 2019
Penn State WR KJ Hamler scores a touchdown during the Iowa football vs. Penn State game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions lead the Hawkeyes 7-6 at halftime. (Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan)

Penn State downs Iowa in Kinnick

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 12, 2019
Iowa linebacker Kristian Welch reaches for Penn State quarterback Sean Clifford during the Iowa football game against Penn State in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019. The Nittany Lions lead the Hawkeyes 7-6 at half. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Week 7 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Penn State

Pete Ruden and Robert Read
October 12, 2019
Carson King claps during a football game between Iowa and Middle Tennessee State University on Sept. 28, 2019.

Carson King recognized at Iowa-Penn State football game

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 12, 2019
Iowa WR Matt Hankins dives for a catrch during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 30-0.

Hankins, Moss set to return against Penn State

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 12, 2019
Tight end Nate Wieting stands during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

One-on-one with Iowa tight end Nate Wieting

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 10, 2019
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp poses for a portrait during Basketball Media Day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, October 9, 2019. The Hawkeyes will open their season on November 4, 2019 against Lindsey Wilson College in their exhibition game. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Wieskamp looking to take next step as vocal leader

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 9, 2019
Iowa guard Jordan Bohannon poses for a portrait during Basketball Media Day at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on Wednesday, October 9, 2019. The Hawkeyes will open their season on November 4, 2019 against Lindsey Wilson College in their exhibition game. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan) (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Bohannon continues to lead off the floor

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 9, 2019
Iowa running back Derrick Mitchell Jr. celebrates his touchdown during the Iowa-Maryland game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015. The Hawkeyes defeated the Terrapins to stay undefeated, 31-15. (The Daily Iowan/Margaret Kispert)

Former Hawkeye Derrick Mitchell Jr. dies from injuries sustained in car accident

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 8, 2019
Iowa defensive end AJ Epenesa pursues the quarterback during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019. The Wolverines celebrated homecoming and defeated the Hawkeyes, 10-3.

Epenesa, D-line continue to make impact

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 7, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley falls to the turf during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Grading Iowa’s performance against Michigan

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 6, 2019
Michigan linebacker Jordan Glasgow sacks Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019. The Wolverines celebrated homecoming and defeated the Hawkeyes, 10-3.

Ruden: Offense needs improvement but season isn’t over

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 6, 2019
Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following loss to Michigan

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
October 5, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley falls to the turf during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Stanley, offensive line fall short in loss to Michigan

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 5, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley drops back during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Wolverines hand Hawkeyes first loss of season

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 5, 2019
Iowa running back Tyler Goodson carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Michigan in Ann Arbor on Saturday, October 5, 2019.

Week 6 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Michigan

Pete Ruden and Anna Kayser
October 5, 2019
Iowa offensive linemen Alaric Jackson embraces Purdue safety Navon Mosley during the Iowa/Purdue football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-15. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Jackson expected to start against Michigan

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 5, 2019
Iowa kicker Keith Duncan makes a practice kick during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Duncan takes winding road to re-emergence

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 3, 2019
Iowa defensive back Michael Ojemudia runs back an interception during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Ojemudia takes after brother in game at the Big House

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 2, 2019
Iowa guard Joe Wieskamp shoots a three-pointer in the last couple minutes of the NCAA game against Cincinnati at Nationwide Arena on Friday, March 22, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Bearcats 79-72.

Wieskamp named to Preseason All-Big Ten Team

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 2, 2019
Rutgers head coach Chris Ash speaks during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Changes take place across Big Ten

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
October 1, 2019
The Hawkeyes take the field before their game against Wisconsin at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 22, 2018. The Badgers defeated the Hawkeyes 28-17.

Iowa-Penn State set to kick off at 6:30 p.m.

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 30, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley prepares for a play during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Iowa refusing to overlook Middle Tennessee

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 26, 2019
Michigan linebacker Josh Uche (6) sacks Middle Tennessee quarterback Asher O'Hara (10) during their college football game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, on Saturday, August 31, 2019. Michigan won the game, 40-21. (Mike Mulholland/MLive.com/TNS)

Week 5 scouting report: Middle Tennessee State

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 26, 2019
Iowa defensive back Michael Ojemudia runs back an interception during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Debating Iowa football’s MVPs

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 26, 2019
Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta speaks during the second day of Big Ten Football Media Days in Chicago, Ill., on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Barta speaks on alleged incident regarding Hawkeye Marching Band

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 24, 2019
Members of the Hawkeye Marching Band come out of the Northwest tunnel during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

Barta, Pollard release joint statement regarding game environments

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 18, 2019
Iowa defensive back Devonte Young celebrates after a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Iowa football’s Young stays the course on special teams

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 16, 2019
Iowa kicker Keith Duncan makes a practice kick during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019.

Duncan, Johnson earn Big Ten honors

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 16, 2019
Iowa kicker Keith Duncan makes a practice kick during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019.

Grading Iowa’s performance against Iowa State

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 15, 2019
Iowa State's offense prepares for a play during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Ruden: Iowa State win can be turning point for Iowa

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 15, 2019
Iowa players hoist the Cy-Hawk trophy during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17. (Shivansh Ahuja/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa continues Cy-Hawk success for fifth-straight year

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 15, 2019
Iowa players and coaches celebrate recovering a muffed punt during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019. The Hawkeyes retained the Cy-Hawk Trophy for the fifth consecutive year, downing the Cyclones, 18-17.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following win over Iowa State

Pete Ruden and Robert Read
September 14, 2019
Iowa kicker Keith Duncan makes a practice kick during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019.

Special teams propel Hawkeyes past Cyclones

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 14, 2019
Iowa State quarterback Brock Purdy throws a pass during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019.

Iowa beats Iowa State for fifth-consecutive season

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 14, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley carries the ball during a football game between Iowa and Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, September 14, 2019.

Week 3 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Iowa State

Pete Ruden and Robert Read
September 14, 2019
Spectators watch the show during ESPN College GameDay before the annual Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019. This was GameDay's first visit to Ames.

Cy-Hawk game delayed for second time

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 14, 2019
Iowa defensive lineman Brady Reiff (91) tackles Northwestern running back Isaiah Bowser (25) during the Iowa/Northwestern game at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, November 10, 2018. The Wildcats defeated the Hawkeyes 14-10. (Katina Zentz/The Daily Iowan)

Reiff, Hankins out against Iowa State

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 14, 2019
Anchors host during ESPN College GameDay before the annual Cy-Hawk football game between Iowa and Iowa State in Ames on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019. This was GameDay's first visit to Ames.

College GameDay brings fan bases together in Ames

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 14, 2019
Indiana head coach, Tom Allen, addresses the media during the Big Ten Football Media Day in Chicago, Ill., on Thursday, July 18, 2019.

College football Week 3: Football’s still here

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 12, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nathan Stanley throws under pressure during the Iowa/Iowa State game for the Cy-Hawk trophy in Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 44-41, in overtime. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Stanley, Smith-Marsette set for return to Ames

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 10, 2019
Iowa defensive back Jack Koerner lines up before a play during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019.

Iowa football’s Koerner stepping up in secondary

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 9, 2019
Iowa wide receiver Tyrone Tracy, Jr. celebrates after a catch during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Ruden: Young Hawkeyes showing positive signs for future

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 8, 2019
Iowa defensive end AJ Epenesa celebrates after a play during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Rutgers

Pete Ruden, Sports Reporter
September 8, 2019
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley huddles with his teammates during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights 30-0.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following Rutgers win

Pete Ruden and Robert Read
September 7, 2019
Iowa WR Ihmer Smith-Marsette catches a football that led to a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Scarlet Knights, 30-0. (Roman Slabach/ The Daily Iowan)

Smith-Marsette posts career day against home-state Rutgers

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 7, 2019
Hawkeyes down Scarlet Knights in first Big Ten game

Hawkeyes down Scarlet Knights in first Big Ten game

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 7, 2019
Iowa defensive back Jack Koerner lines up before a play during a football game between Iowa and Rutgers at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, September 7, 2019.

Week 2 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Rutgers

Pete Ruden and Robert Read
September 7, 2019
Iowa wide receiver Ihmir Smith-Marsette jumps over Miami (Ohio) defensive back Sterling Weatherford during the Iowa football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks 38-14.

Smith-Marsette opens scoring with 58-yard touchdown

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 7, 2019
Iowa football helmets line the sidelines during a game against Purdue University on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes 24 to 15. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Merriweather expected to miss Rutgers game

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 7, 2019
Iowa running back Toren Young celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the Iowa football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019. The Hawkeyes defeated the Redhawks 38-14.

One-on-one with Iowa running back Toren Young

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 5, 2019
Iowa offensive lineman Kyler Schott blocks Miami (Ohio) linebacker Myles Reid during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

Schott set for first start against Rutgers

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 4, 2019
Katie Goodale/The Daily Iowan Quarterback Nate Stanley throws a pass during Iowa’s game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31. Iowa defeated the Redhawks, 38-14.

Ruden: Stanley’s new weapons take Hawkeye offense to new level

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 2, 2019
Tight end Nate Wieting stands during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

Grading Iowa football’s performance against Miami (Ohio)

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 2, 2019
Iowa offensive linemen Alaric Jackson embraces Purdue safety Navon Mosley during the Iowa/Purdue football game in Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2017. The Boilermakers defeated the Hawkeyes, 24-15. (Joseph Cress/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa football’s Jackson expected to return during season

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 1, 2019
Iowa offensive lineman Kyler Schott blocks Miami (Ohio) linebacker Myles Reid during Iowa football vs. Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Aug. 31, 2019. Iowa defeated the Miami (Ohio) 38-14.

Iowa offensive line stays strong in wake of Jackson injury

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
September 1, 2019
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz looks to the stands during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Highlights from Iowa’s press conference following Miami (Ohio) win

Pete Ruden and Robert Read
August 31, 2019
Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin catches a touchdown pass during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Martin finds success in first game at Kinnick

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
August 31, 2019
Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith catches a pass out of bounds during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Iowa football topples Miami (Ohio) in season-opener, 38-14

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
August 31, 2019
Martin scores first touchdown as a Hawkeye

Martin scores first touchdown as a Hawkeye

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
August 31, 2019
Iowa wide receiver Brandon Smith catches a touchdown during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Video: Smith snags fade for first Hawkeye touchdown of season

Pete Ruden, Pregame Editor
August 31, 2019
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent runs the ball during the football game against Miami (Ohio) at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Week 1 halftime reactions — Iowa vs. Miami (Ohio)

Pete Ruden and Robert Read
August 31, 2019
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