Iowa State WR Cody Jackson overcomes life-threatening illness

Cyclone Fanatic · Aug 14, 2026

Iowa State wide receiver Cody Jackson (2) catches a ball during Iowa State’s open practice on Aug. 8, 2026. (Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic)

Iowa State wide receiver Cody Jackson is a journeyman in his sixth season of college football. The sport has completely changed since 2021, but not more than Cody Jackson’s life.

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Jake Brend has the story on Jackson overcoming a life-threatening illness.

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