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Gronowski's Record-Breaking Game, Iowa's Bowl Bid

Iowa Hawkeyes secure victory, set new rushing record; Mark Gronowski shines in final regular season game; Hawkeyes receive highest votes among unranked teams in US LBM Coaches Poll; Big Ten conference dominates rankings with five teams in top twenty-five.

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