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Boise State's Braxton Fely.

Boise State's Braxton Fely.

Back in June, the NCAA Division I Cabinet unanimously approved a new eligibility model granting college athletes five years to play five seasons. Under the new

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Boise State Broncos quarterback Maddux Madsen.

Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Northwestern Wildcats forward Tre Singleton (8) grabs a rebound against the Indiana Hoosiers during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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March 10, 2026; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Santa Clara Broncos forward Elijah Mahi (8) dribbles the basketball against Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Emmanuel Innocenti (5) during the second half at Orleans Arena

Apr 3, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Tommy Lloyd.

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Iowa State defensive coordinator Jesse Bobbit talks to media during the football defensive coaches media opportunity at the university’s Stark Athletic center on Feb. 13, 2026, in Ames, Iowa.

Boise State Broncos head coach Spencer Danielson.

Dec 26, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Detailed view of a Rutgers Scarlet Knights helmet during the Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Maddux Madsen

Nov 9, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Iowa State Cyclones helmets on the bench during the first quarter against the Kansas Jayhawks at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Iowa State’s men’s basketball head coach T.J. Otzelberger talks to media during the men’s basketball media availability at the university’s Sukup Basketball complex on July 28, 2026, in Ames, Iowa

Former Boise State safety Ty Benefield transferred to LSU during the offseason.

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Jackie Brooks, Scott Edwards, Lauren Ropp, Chelsea and Cody Hawbaker, Brooke Duea and Taylor Kirchhofer of Earlham, IA pose in front of the original CyHawk trophy on September 9th, 2023.

Jul 28, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Penn State Football head coach Matt Campbell speaks during Media Days at Hilton Chicago. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Former Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty.

Boise State Broncos wide receiver Ben Ford.

Jul 28, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Rutgers Football head coach Greg Schiano speaks during Media Days at Hilton Chicago. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Sep 6, 2025; Pullman, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars wide receiver Carter Pabst (21) catches the ball against the San Diego State Aztecs in the first half at Gesa Field at Martin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

Jul 28, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Rutgers student-athlete Antwan Raymond speaks during Media Days at Hilton Chicago. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Jul 28, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Rutgers student-athlete KJ Duff speaks during Media Days at Hilton Chicago. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images