Shockwaves hit Iowa State Cyclones football as Matt Campbell’s exit to Penn State exposes deep-rooted NIL power struggles behind the scenes. Could Jamie Pollard’s tight grip on NIL decisions risk not only star coaches like TJ Otzelberger and Bill Fennelly but also the program’s future relevance? Nick Marovets breaks down explosive revelations, the reasons behind Iowa State’s bowl game opt-out, and what this means for player retention as the transfer portal looms.With John Haycock and new staff shakeups, the Cyclones defense is set for a dramatic overhaul. Co-defensive coordinators Ross Watson from Toledo and Jesse Bobbitt from Washington State