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College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 28
Why Rhys Dakin Is Underrated Weapon for MSU

Why Rhys Dakin Is Underrated Weapon for MSU

One of the easiest things to overlook in football, especially with how much more focus is being placed on the offensive side of the game and on plays that are pleasing to the eye, is the procedural roles that do their job well without expecting any spotlight.

College Football News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / March 25
Meet Rhys Dakin, MSU's New Aussie, Roadtrip-Loving Punter

Meet Rhys Dakin, MSU's New Aussie, Roadtrip-Loving Punter

EAST LANSING, Mich. --- Not many people get to say they've lived in East Lansing, Michigan; Iowa City, Iowa; and Melbourne, Australia. Rhys Dakin is a unique guy playing a unique position in a unique sport.

College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / January 2
Iowa Special Teams Star Enters Transfer Portal

Iowa Special Teams Star Enters Transfer Portal

The Iowa Hawkeyes suffered a major blow following their ReliaQuest Bowl win over the Vanderbilt Commodores. Rhys Dakin, a 6-foot-4, 223‑pound Australian punter, announced his intention to enter the transfer portal on January 1, 2026.  Dakin's first season was historic.

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Iowa Hawkeyes Football Season Preview: Can The Hawkeyes Be Explosive On Offense?

Iowa Hawkeyes Football Season Preview: Can The Hawkeyes Be Explosive On Offense?

The Iowa Hawkeyes enter the 2025 season under long-time head coach Kirk Ferentz, aiming to build on an 8-5 record from 2024 that included a Music City Bowl loss to Missouri.

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College Football News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / May 18, 2025
Iowa Hawkeyes Punter Projected to Win Major Award

Iowa Hawkeyes Punter Projected to Win Major Award

CBS Sports predicts Iowa Hawkeyes punter Rhys Dakin will win the Ray Guy Award (top punter) in the 2025 season. Dakin had a productive freshman campaign as he led the Big Ten with 29 punts down inside the 20-yard line.

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