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Iowa State Coach T.J. Otzelberger Shoots Down Job Speculation
Otzelberger denied North Carolina coaching rumors, reaffirming commitment to Iowa State with a $4 million annual contract through 2032 and a $4 million buyout.
- On Wednesday, Iowa State head coach T.J. Otzelberger dismissed rumors linking him to the vacant North Carolina position, telling reporters that any speculation about him leaving for other jobs is "not true."
- Otzelberger, in his fifth season at Iowa State, has guided the Cyclones to a 124-52 record and three Sweet 16 appearances, establishing himself as a successful program leader.
- Citing strong alignment with university president David Cook and athletic director Jamie Pollard, Otzelberger reaffirmed his commitment while noting his contract runs through 2031-32 and includes a $4 million buyout.
- Iowa State standout point guard Tamin Lipsey dismissed the speculation as annual chatter, while athletic director Pollard publicly backed the coach with a post on X.
- The 2 seed Cyclones are currently preparing for their Sweet 16 matchup, with Otzelberger focused on the tournament rather than external job speculation.
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T.J. Otzelberger quashes "speculation" as ISU prepares for Sweet 16 matchup with Tennessee - Cyclone Fanatic
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