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Five-Year Rule Reshapes Big 12 | Iowa State Cyclones Basketball News
The NCAA’s new five-year eligibility rule is reshaping college sports, turning injuries into less of a career-ending blow and sparking a transfer portal boom—especially in the Big 12, where 12 fifth-year seniors are already on board. While Iowa State’s roster is mostly set for 2026-27, they still have one open spot, but with rivals like BYU and Texas Tech adding proven veterans, head coach T.J. Otzelberger faces a steep uphill battle against teams stocked with game-tested talent. The SEC also moves fast with seven fifth-year commits, though one faces eligibility hurdles. For Iowa State, it’s…
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