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FILE - In this July 16, 2019, file photo, Iowa State defensive end Jaquan Bailey speaks during Big 12 Conference NCAA college football media day, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The fifth-year senior returned to Ames a well-chiseled 6-foot-2 and 261 pounds and with renewed sense of responsibility to be a leader of the defense. (AP Photo/David Kent, File)
With Purdy leading way, Cyclones look to make some history

By Eric Olson Sep. 01, 2020 02:36 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 8, 2018, file photo, Alabama head coach Nick Saban celebrates the Crimson Tide's overtime over Georgia in the NCAA college football playoff championship game in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
Ode to Sports: Bosox, Bama rise; gymnasts stand tall

By Fred Lief Dec. 29, 2018 11:18 AM EST

FILE - In this Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, file photo, Kansas State running back Alex Barnes (34) catches a Skylar Thompson pass while covered by Oklahoma State linebacker Calvin Bundage, back, during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Manhattan, Kan. This season, four Big 12 backs are averaging at least 100 yards rushing per game in conference action.(AP Photo/Orlin Wagner, File)
Running backs earn higher profile in Big 12 this season

By Cliff Brunt Oct. 25, 2018 04:02 PM EDT