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No. 2 seed Iowa State turns up the defense, shuts down No. 7 Kentucky in 82-63 NCAA tourney victory
Iowa State’s Blake Buchanan, left, blocks a shot by Kentucky’s Denzel Aberdeen (1) during the second half in the second rounf of the NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, March 22, 2026, in St. Louis (AP Photo/Ali Overstreet) DAVE SKRETTA | Associated Press ST. LOUIS (AP) — Tamin Lipsey knew he had to step up for… Continue reading
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Elimination of April transfer portal window could cause return of traditional spring football games
Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule disputes a referee’s call after Nebraska made a safety against Iowa during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 28, 2025, in Lincoln, Neb. (AP Photo/Rebecca S. Gratz, File) STEVE MEGARGEE | Associated Press The disappearance of the spring transfer portal window creates the opportunity for a reappearance… Continue reading
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Iowa State appeal denied, Big 12 reduces fine for skipping bowl game
Eugene Rapay | Des Moines Register AMES — Iowa State football’s appeal to contest the fine from the Big 12 Conference for not participating in a bowl game was unsuccessful, but the league will reduce the dollar amount. Iowa State was originally fined $500,000 by the Big 12 in December, when it declined a bowl-game bid. The… Continue reading
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Ex-Hawkeye safety Jay Norvell to join Iowa football staff as analyst
Chad Leistikow | Des Moines Register The Iowa football program is bringing back a familiar (and proven) name to bolster its offensive staff for the 2026 season. Jay Norvell, an All-Big Ten Conference safety during Iowa’s historic 1985 season, will join the Hawkeyes as an offensive analyst, a source with direct knowledge of the hiring confirmed to the… Continue reading
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Indiana completes undefeated season and wins first national title, beating Miami 27-21 in CFP final
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) holds the trophy after the win against Miami (Fla.) in the College Football Playoff national championship game, Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Martha Laviender) EDDIE PELLS | Associated Press MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Fernando Mendoza lowered his pads into a defender, spun in a full… Continue reading
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When the transfer portal closes, the real damage begins
The Sporting News The transfer portal, especially as it pertains to college football, is commonly viewed as college free agency. The problem with that analogy is the NFL or any other professional league has rules and guidelines that prevent more players than openings. Much of that is taken care of with the collective bargaining agreement… Continue reading
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