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Photos: Iowa football hosts open practice at Kinnick on Kids Day

Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin protects the ball during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin protects the ball during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin receives a handoff from quarterback Nate Stanley during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin receives a handoff from quarterback Nate Stanley during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent jukes defenders during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent jukes defenders during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent rushes during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent rushes during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Toren Young sheds a tackle during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Toren Young sheds a tackle during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Ivory-Kelly Martin runs the ball during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Ivory-Kelly Martin runs the ball during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent holds a ball in the air after pulling a reception during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent holds a ball in the air after pulling a reception during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley gestures to tight end Noah Fant (87) during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley gestures to tight end Noah Fant (87) during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa tight end Noah Fant (87) catches a pass during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa tight end Noah Fant (87) catches a pass during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras looks for a receiver while defensive linemen Cedrick Lattimore and Brady Reiff apply pressure during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras looks for a receiver while defensive linemen Cedrick Lattimore and Brady Reiff apply pressure during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley looks to get a ball out while Iowa defensive end Parker Hesse and linebacker Kristian Welch try to get past blocks during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley looks to get a ball out while Iowa defensive end Parker Hesse and linebacker Kristian Welch try to get past blocks during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa's Jack Hockaday, Garrett Jansen and Brady Reiff look to the sideline during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa's Jack Hockaday, Garrett Jansen and Brady Reiff look to the sideline during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa offensive lineman Alaric Jackson (77) lines up during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa offensive lineman Alaric Jackson (77) lines up during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley catches a snap from offensive lineman Ross Reynolds during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley catches a snap from offensive lineman Ross Reynolds during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa offensive lineman Keegan Render and wide receiver Nick Easley walk out of the tunnel with Kid Captains during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa offensive lineman Keegan Render and wide receiver Nick Easley walk out of the tunnel with Kid Captains during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Toren Young signs autographs for fans during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Toren Young signs autographs for fans during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin hands a signed football to a young fan during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Ivory Kelly-Martin hands a signed football to a young fan during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley signs a football for a fan during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley signs a football for a fan during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Peyton Mansell throws a ball while warming up during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Peyton Mansell throws a ball while warming up during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz meets with the families of this years Kid Captains during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz meets with the families of this years Kid Captains during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley looks to the sideline during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley looks to the sideline during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa players huddle during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa players huddle during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Connor Kapisak throws a pass to teammate Spencer Petras while they warm up during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Connor Kapisak throws a pass to teammate Spencer Petras while they warm up during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Connor Kapisak throws a pass during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Connor Kapisak throws a pass during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Connor Kapisak rushes during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Connor Kapisak rushes during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa wide receiver Samson Evans runs with a ball during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa wide receiver Samson Evans runs with a ball during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson catches a pass while being covered by defensive back John Milani and during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson catches a pass while being covered by defensive back John Milani and during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Cement deteriorates along a staircase in the east stands during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Cement deteriorates along a staircase in the east stands during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Peyton Mansell throws a pass while defensive end A.J. Epenesa gets his hands up during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Peyton Mansell throws a pass while defensive end A.J. Epenesa gets his hands up during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent dives into the end zone for a touchdown during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Mekhi Sargent dives into the end zone for a touchdown during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley rolls out of the pocket  during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley rolls out of the pocket during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras crosses the goal line on a rush during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras crosses the goal line on a rush during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa wide receiver Max Cooper attempts to shed a tackle from defensive back John Milani as D.J. Johnson (12) closes in during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa wide receiver Max Cooper attempts to shed a tackle from defensive back John Milani as D.J. Johnson (12) closes in during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa's defensive stands on the sidelines while construction continues in the north endzone during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa's defensive stands on the sidelines while construction continues in the north endzone during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa linebacker Kristian Welch stands on the sideline during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa linebacker Kristian Welch stands on the sideline during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Peyton Mansell rushes during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Peyton Mansell rushes during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Fans cheer during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Fans cheer during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz is seen during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa head coach Kirk Ferentz is seen during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa linebacker Jack Hockaday talks with defensive end Parker Hesse during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa linebacker Jack Hockaday talks with defensive end Parker Hesse during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz is seen during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz is seen during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa wide receiver Dominique Dafney gestures during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa wide receiver Dominique Dafney gestures during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley heads out of the huddle after getting a call from offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley heads out of the huddle after getting a call from offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa assistant defensive line coach Kelvin Bell talks with defensive end Brandon Simon during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa assistant defensive line coach Kelvin Bell talks with defensive end Brandon Simon during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley looks to pass during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa quarterback Nate Stanley looks to pass during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa defensive back Amani Hooker (27) talks with teammate Michael Ojemudia (11) during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa defensive back Amani Hooker (27) talks with teammate Michael Ojemudia (11) during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa running back Henry Geil rushes during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa running back Henry Geil rushes during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz talks with members of the defense during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz talks with members of the defense during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa offensive lineman Landan Paulsen (68) runs through a drill during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa offensive lineman Landan Paulsen (68) runs through a drill during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa offensive lineman Mark Kallenberger (71) runs through a drill during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa offensive lineman Mark Kallenberger (71) runs through a drill during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa linebackers coach Seth Wallace talks with players during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa linebackers coach Seth Wallace talks with players during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa offensive lineman Mark Kallenberger (71) sets up a block for running back Mekhi Sargent (10) during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa offensive lineman Mark Kallenberger (71) sets up a block for running back Mekhi Sargent (10) during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa wide receivers coach Kelton Copeland watches players warm up during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa wide receivers coach Kelton Copeland watches players warm up during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz (right) gestures during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa football head coach Kirk Ferentz (right) gestures during a Kids Day practice on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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