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Brian Ferentz likes his Iowa WRs entering 2019

Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz thinks there could be some flexibility in how he uses freshmen Nico Ragaini and Tyrone Tracy Jr.

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Megan Gustafson is all smiles after it was announced her jersey will be retired

Megan Gustafson is all smiles after it was announced her jersey will be retired.

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Iowa’s Megan Gustafson to have jersey retired

Iowa athletic director Gary Barta announced during a celebration of the 2018-19 team, April 24, 2019, that Hawkeye center Megan Gustafson's jersey will be retired.

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Photos: Iowa Hawkeyes women’s basketball celebrates Elite Eight season with fans

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Meet Alli Ragan, one of the world’s best women’s wrestlers

“The goal is to be a world champ. This week is just the first step in being a world champ and Olympic champ.”

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NFL mock draft: Fant moves back into top 10 in latest projection

With the 2019 NFL draft just a day away, USA TODAY Sports gives its latest look at the first round.

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Who will watch Iowa’s top in-state prospects this weekend?

This weekend is the year's first NCAA evaluation period, meaning Division I coaches are allowed to watch prospects play at AAU tournaments across the country.

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Leistikow: Hockenson, Fant could have history-making NFL Draft

T.J. Hockenson is the next Jason Witten, according to one main analyst. Noah Fant could be a top-10 pick or slip out of the first round completely.

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Leistikow: Explaining the safe approach of Iowa’s offense

Iowa's third-year offensive coordinator outlined his perspective on what the Hawkeyes try to do when they have the football.

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Hawkeye D.J. Johnson gets first look at ‘cash’

Phil Parker wants to move a cornerback to his new "cash" spot, and D.J. Johnson will get first look. Plus: Is Nate Wieting Iowa's next breakout tight end?

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Lauren Louive seeks D-I coaching job after Hawkeye Wrestling Club career

“I am excited to coach at the Division I level someday. I believe it’s going to happen. It’s just a matter of when.”

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What Phil Parker wants from ‘cash’ linebacker

Iowa defensive coordinator Phil Parker met with reporters in advance of Friday's final spring practice.

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Notre Dame transfer D.J. Harvey planning official visit with Iowa

Notre Dame transfer D.J. Harvey is planning to officially visit Iowa on May 2-4.

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Iowa’s next tight ends? Brian Ferentz answers

With T.J. Hockenson and Noah Fant off the to the NFL, Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz addresses that position's immediate future.

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Tim Dwight gives middle school protesters boost

Local football legend Tim Dwight rolled up to his old school district's administrative Friday, lugging four solar panels on a trailer.

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Report: Hauser brothers set to visit Iowa

The Iowa Hawkeyes are reportedly getting visits from two of the country's top transfers.

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Chariton buzzing about T.J. Hockenson’s NFL Draft prospects

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Chariton Iowa is buzzing about T.J. Hockenson’s NFL Draft prospects

Chariton Iowa is buzzing about hometown hero T.J. Hockenson's NFL Draft prospects

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NFL Top 50: Hockenson, Fant more valuable than any QBs

Ranking NFL draft prospects regardless of position can be a futile enterprise and one that might seem especially foolhardy not long after all seven rounds have passed by.

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Iowa basketball 2020 Recruiting Big Board, v2.0

Based on observations and conversations with recruiting and coaching contacts, this is the Register's Iowa 2020 big board heading into the first evaluation period.

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Sports betting: What Iowans need to know

The Iowa legislature has passed a bill that will shape the future of sports betting in the state for years to come.

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Sports betting legislation passes, goes to governor

Iowans now must wait for the governor to sign the bill into law before they can start betting on sports league games at casinos and online.

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Hawkeye Wrestling Club’s Michaela Beck is one of America’s brightest young talents

"Right now, it’s my prime years to train, and I want to put everything I have into it."

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Leistikow: Iowa City misses you already, Coach Raff

John Raffensperger passed away at age 79 after a six-year battle with cancer. Columnist Chad Leistikow, who ran track for "Raff", remembers his life.

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NFL mock draft: Where will Hockenson, Fant land?

The 2019 NFL draft starts Thursday, and the first-round outlook is still defined by its lack of clarity. Here is the latest USA TODAY projection.

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‘Hurts a little bit’ after Iowa can’t sweep — but opportunity awaits after productive weekend

Iowa had chances to sweep Sunday, but Nebraska swiped the finale. Still, the Hawkeyes have a chance the final month after a productive weekend.

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Rick Heller: ‘Disappointing’ Iowa couldn’t complete Nebraska sweep

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Connor McCaffery breaks down his oppo HR against Nebraska

Connor McCaffery breaks down his oppo HR against Nebraska.

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Hawkeye Wrestling Club’s Kayla Miracle aiming for Senior world team

“Since I was four, I’ve had the goal of being an Olympic gold medalist.”

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Photos: Iowa Hawkeyes golf leads at the end of first day during home meet at Finkbine

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Izaya Fullard breaks down Iowa’s crazy 8-run fifth: ‘The energy in the dugout was unreal’

Izaya Fullard breaks down Iowa's crazy 8-run fifth: 'The energy in the dugout was unreal.'

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Ben Norman on offensive outburst against Nebraska: ‘We just had a lot of fun today’

Ben Norman on offensive outburst against Nebraska: 'We just had a lot of fun today.'

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Emphatic fifth sends Iowa to series win over Nebraska

Eleven straight Hawkeyes reached safely with two outs in the fifth, including eight that scored. Iowa bullied three Nebraska pitchers in the frame.

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Iowa Hawkeyes baseball defeats Nebraska, 17-9

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Hawkeyes rally in ninth to take series opener over Nebraska

"As long as we have each other's back," right-hander Cole McDonald said, "we know we can put wins like this together."

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Zeb Adreon breaks down his game-winning single to beat Nebraska

Zeb Adreon breaks down his game-winning single to beat Nebraska.

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Rick Heller on third paid assistant not passing: Disappointing for all baseball people

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