Ross Dellenger of Yahoo Spirts, reporting that the Big 12 has fined both Iowa State and Kansas State $500,000 each for opting out of participating in their conference’s bowl game invitations.
"While the Conference acknowledges the difficult timing around coaching changes, the Big 12 is responsible for fulfilling its contractual obligations to its bowl partners," the league announced.
The Big 12 fines Kansas State and Iowa State $500,000 each for opting out of a bowl. pic.twitter.com/TLQcgkB6a1
— Ross Dellenger (@RossDellenger) December 7, 2025
