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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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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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It’s Indiana and Miami in a college-football title matchup that once seemed impossible
Indiana wide receiver Elijah Sarrett (13) celebrates his touchdown reception with quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) during the second half of the Peach Bowl NCAA college football playoff semifinal, Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)EDDIE PELLS | Associated Press It looked improbable two months ago. Two years ago — impossible. But against the odds, Miami… Continue reading
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Iowa holds off Vanderbilt’s comeback bid for 34-27 victory in the ReliaQuest Bowl
Iowa Hawkeyes runningback Kamari Moulton (28) celebrates with teammates after rushing for a touchdown during the 2025 ReliQuest Bowl game between Vanderbilt Commodores and the Iowa Hawkeyes at Raymond James Stadiuma, Fla. on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025 (AP Photo/Nic Rohlman, The Gazette via AP) COREY LONG | Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Mark Gronowski… Continue reading
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Iowa State defensive coordinator Jon Heacock announces his retirement
Register staff report | Des Moines Register Iowa State football defensive coordinator Jon Heacock announced his retirement from coaching on Dec. 23. “It’s the right time for this coach to hang up his whistle … 43 years,” Heacock wrote on Twitter/X. Heacock just finished his 10th season with the Cyclones, earning well-deserved praise as one of the… Continue reading
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