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In the 101st East-West Shrine Bowl, the West defeated the East 21-17 and eight 2026 NFL Draft prospects stood out: Shad Banks, Dean Connors, Garrett DiGiorgio, Mark Gronowski (Offensive MVP), Mason Reiger (Defensive MVP), Eric Rivers, Trey Smack and Wesley Williams, with a longer slate of honorable mentions.
In the ReliaQuest Bowl, Iowa upset Vanderbilt 34-27 with Mark Gronowski leading the way, showcasing his NFL potential, while Vanderbilt's Diego Pavia fought hard in his final college game. Gronowski's performance included a rushing touchdown tying the Big Ten record, and Pavia demonstrated his competitive spirit despite limitations, leaving scouts with plenty to consider.
Iowa's football team, led by MVP Mark Gronowski, achieved a significant upset victory over Vanderbilt in the bowl game, ending a 13-game losing streak against ranked opponents and finishing the season with a 9-4 record under coach Kirk Ferentz.
Iowa's football team narrowly defeated Penn State 25-24 in a dramatic game marked by key plays, mistakes, and a standout performance by quarterback Mark Gronowski, highlighting a hard-fought rivalry and critical game moments.
Mark Gronowski's debut as Iowa's quarterback was underwhelming, marked by struggles in passing and early injuries, despite Iowa's 34-7 win over Albany. The game highlighted concerns about Iowa's quarterback stability and injury issues, but also showcased strong performances from the running game and special teams. Coach Kirk Ferentz tied for the most wins in Big Ten history, with a milestone of 205 wins, aiming for his 206th at Iowa State.
South Dakota State University's football team, the Jackrabbits, secured their second consecutive FCS national championship with a 23-3 victory over Montana, finishing the season 15-0 and extending their winning streak to 29 games. The win marks the first time in school history that the team has achieved an undefeated season at the Division I level. Despite a slow start, the Jacks dominated the game, with quarterback Mark Gronowski earning MVP for the second year in a row. The victory was a testament to the team's talent and experience, and it solidifies their place in FCS history.