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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 defensive end Brian Allen Jr. and Alec Wick celebrate as Troy does not score in their fourth down during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Weekly Wager | The Daily Iowanโ€™s bettorโ€™s guide to Week 4 of the college football season

Matt McGowan and Pete Ruden โ€ข September 19, 2024

Pete Rudenโ€™s (2-7, $179) Picks:ย  Iowa -2.5 After falling short of a cover against Troy, I think Iowa will bounce back in its Big Ten opener under the Huntington Bank Stadium lights.ย  Simply...

Iowa wide reciever Kaden Wetjen returns a punt during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Wetjen returned two punts during the game.

One-on-one with Iowa wide receiver Kaden Wetjen

Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor โ€ข September 19, 2024

The Daily Iowan: There's been some discussions on you and your emergence as a prospect. What do you have to say to those who are expecting some value this year? Kaden Wetjen: Well, hopefully, I...

Fans watch a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

Where and when to watch Iowa football take on Minnesota

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor โ€ข September 19, 2024

The Iowa football team will open up its Big Ten schedule with a road matchup against Minnesota in the Twin Cities on Saturday night. The nationally broadcast contest will be one of revenge for the...

Iowa kid captain Aiden Washbern poses for a portrait with family members during Kid's Day at Kinnick in Iowa City on Aug. 10, 2024.

Eight-year-old Aiden Washburn sees Kid Captain wish come true

Mia Boulton, Sports Reporter โ€ข September 19, 2024

Through the Make-a-Wish Foundation, 8-year-old Aiden Washburn wished for two things: a trip to Disneyland and to be an Iowa Hawkeye Kid Captain. On Saturday, the latter will be fulfilled. โ€œIt...

Iowa running back Kaleb Johnson scores a touchdown during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21.

On the Line | The Daily Iowanโ€™s band of football writers picks a late of Week 4 college football games

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor โ€ข September 19, 2024

Iowa @ Minnesota Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor (11-7): Iowa โ€“ The Hawks like to steal trophies on the road.ย  Colin Votzmeyer, Sports Editor (12-6): Iowa โ€“ But I think Minnesota will win. Brad...

Troy tight end Ethan Conner is tackled by Iowa players during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. The Hawkeyes defeated the Trojans, 38-21. Conner received for 50 yards.

Around the Big Ten | Matchups, power rankings for Week 4 of the college football season

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor โ€ข September 19, 2024

Power Rankingsย  Ohio State โ€“ It needs a bye week to prepare for Marshall? Come on.ย  Oregonย  โ€“ The Ducks are in flight now. Break out the neon, folks.ย  USC โ€“ Giving Reggie Bush...

Iowa punter Rhys Dakin punts the ball during a football game between Iowa and Troy at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Sept. 14, 2024. Dakin punted four times and averaged 49.3 yards.

Five things to watch for in Iowa footballโ€™s trophy matchup against Minnesota

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor โ€ข September 19, 2024

1. Passing game aggressivenessย  The Hawkeyes will have their hands full against a Gopher secondary that tops the Big Ten in interceptions with seven and sits in second in passing yards allowed...

Iowa cornerback TJ Hall looks to fellow defenders during a football game between Troy and Iowa in Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024.

In a career of ups and downs, Iowa cornerback TJ Hall remains resilient

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor โ€ข September 19, 2024

After standout defensive back Cooper DeJean went down with an injury in the first half of Iowaโ€™s 2022 regular-season finale against rival Nebraska, head coach Kirk Ferentz was desperate for options. He...

Sep 25, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos safety P.J. Locke (6) knocks the ball away from San Francisco 49ers running back Jeff Wilson Jr. (22) as safety Kareem Jackson (22) recovers the fumble and linebacker Josey Jewell (47) looks on in the fourth quarter at Empower Field at Mile High.

Hawks in the NFL | Week 2

Chris Meglio, Pregame Reporter โ€ข September 17, 2024

Of all the Hawkeyes who played in Week 2 of the NFL season, linebacker Josey Jewell put up the best individual performance. He registered eight solo tackles and three assisted tackles in the Carolina...

Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean carries the ball after a punt return during a football game between No. 24 Iowa and Minnesota at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. Officials later overturned DeJeanโ€™s touchdown and ruled his initial contact an invalid fair catch. The Golden Gophers defeated the Hawkeyes, 12-10.

Iowa football scouting report | Minnesota

Brad Schultz, Assistant Sports Editor โ€ข September 17, 2024

Following a disastrous loss against Iowa State, the Iowa football team responded with a 38-21 home win over Troy on Saturday, improving to 2-1 in the young season. Now, Iowa turns its attention...

Iowa quarterback Brendan Sullivan lines up to take a snap during a football game between Iowa and Troy on Sept. 14 at Kinnick Stadium. The Hawkeyes topped the Trojans, 38-21.

Point/Counterpoint | Should Brendan Sullivan take over as Iowa footballโ€™s starting quarterback?

Brad Schultz and Colin Votzmeyer โ€ข September 17, 2024

Yes Itโ€™s unfortunate that we have to have this discussion so early in the season, but after seeing Cade McNamaraโ€™s first three games, Brendan Sullivan deserves a chance to prove himself as the...

Iowa tight end Luke Lachey gets hit by Minnesota defensive back Tyler Nubin after a reception during a football game between Iowa and Minnesota at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. Lachey caught five passes for 77 yards and received more targets later in the game after starting tight end Sam LaPorta exited with injury. The Hawkeyes defeated the Gophers, 13-10.

Iowa football notebook | Hawkeyes reflect on the invalid fair catch, discuss offensive improvement and defensive breakdowns

Matt McGowan, Pregame Editor โ€ข September 17, 2024

Even though the original Floyd of Rosedale trophy is six feet under, the rivalry between the Iowa and Minnesota football teams is more alive than ever.ย  The two squads have faced off on a near-annual...