Iowa State athletic director Jamie Pollard to retire in 2027
ESPN NCAAF • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 2:48 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Jamie Pollard, the longest-tenured active athletic director at the Power 4 level, has announced his retirement from Iowa State. His decision to retire in 2027 concludes a 22-year tenure, during which he has contributed significantly to the program's development. Pollard's leadership has seen numerous athletic successes and growth across the department. Details regarding his successor and transition plans are expected in the coming months.
- •Jamie Pollard has been Iowa State athletic director for 22 years.
- •He is the longest-tenured active AD at the Power 4 level.
- •Pollard's retirement is set for 2027.
- •His leadership has shaped the program's direction.
- 3:43 PMESPN NCAAF — Iowa State AD retiring in 2027 after 22 years
"Iowa State athletic director Jamie Pollard has announced that he will retire in 2027, ending his reign as the longest-tenured active AD at the Power 4 level.
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