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From testing plans to temporary members, Bowlsby details Big 12’s plan for moving forward with football

Jul 18, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby speaks to the media during the Big 12 Media Days at Omni Dallas Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports Endless questions. Not as many fully-formed answers. But after ongoing consultations with doctors and scientists, the Big 12 plans to move forward with fall …

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An Oral History of ISU’s 66-10 win over Texas Tech in 2016: Part II, the aftermath

Nov 19, 2016; Ames, IA, USA; Iowa State Cyclones quarterback Joel Lanning (7) scores a touchdown against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Jack Trice Stadium. The Cyclones beat the Red Raiders 66-10. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-USA TODAY Sports  Iowa State had never scored 66 points against a Big 12 opponent.  It finally did in …

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On Fishing and Faith: How ISU star QB Brock Purdy emerged from quarantine “refreshed”

Nov 23, 2019; Ames, IA, USA; Iowa State Cyclones quarterback Brock Purdy (15) celebrates after a touchdown against the Kansas Jayhawks at Jack Trice Stadium. The Cyclones beat the Jayhawks 41 to 31. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-USA TODAY Sports There’s an almost meditative quality to fishing. One rod and reel. One line. Each cast encapsulating …

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Planning, preparation and a personal touch helped ISU’s players grow during quarantine

Dec 28, 2019; Orlando, Florida, USA;Iowa State Cyclones quarterback Brock Purdy (15) runs with the ball against the Iowa State Cyclones during the first half at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports “Impeccable.”  That’s how Iowa State football coach Matt Campbell described new strength and conditioning coach Dave Andrews‘ credentials upon announcing …

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An Oral History of ISU’s 66-10 win over Texas Tech in 2016: Part I

Nov 19, 2016; Ames, IA, USA; Iowa State Cyclones quarterback Joel Lanning (7) scores a touchdown against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Jack Trice Stadium. The Cyclones beat the Red Raiders 66-10. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-USA TODAY Sports  Former Iowa State standout offensive tackle Jake Campos was ready for game day — even tough …

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An Oral History of Iowa State’s Huge Upset of Oklahoma State in 2011: Part II

Former ISU offensive lineman Kelechi Osemele celebrates after paving the path for Jeff Woody’s touchdown that sealed a 37-31 upset over Oklahoma State in 2011. (Photo courtesy Iowa State Athletics Communications)  Fans flooded the field. Iowa State’s players exulted. The scoreboard read: 37-31. The Cyclones had upended Oklahoma State in double overtime on a Friday …

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Dan McCarney on the late, great Johnny Majors: “Johnny never met a stranger”

Former Cyclones coach Johnny Majors being carried off the field by his players. Majors passed away recently at the age of 85. (Photo courtesy Cyclones.com)  The first handshake from legendary college football coach Johnny Majors told you everything.  A smile accompanied it — as did warm, heartfelt words.  It was no act. All of it …

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