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Iowa State to decline postseason bowl invitation
- Iowa State will not play in a bowl game after finishing 8-4 in 2024, per university statement.
- Players voted against accepting a bowl bid due to a shortage of healthy players for safe practice and competition.
- Athletics director Jamie Pollard supported the players’ decision and praised their leadership.
- The 2024 season ended with an 8-4 record for Iowa State.
- The Big 12 fined Iowa State $500,000 after the bowl decision.
- The decision followed a meeting with players and staff to discuss postseason participation.
- The report compiles reactions and context from Cyclones outlets on the decision.
- Iowa State’s decision reflects prioritizing player health and program stability.
- The Cyclones’ bowl decision marks a notable postseason stance by the program.
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