Jaquan Bailey declares for NFL Draft

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Iowa State’s JaQuan Bailey lines up with the defense in the first half during the Cyclones’ game against Louisiana on Sept 12. 

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After returning from injury for the 2020 season and becoming Iowa State’s all-time sack leader, defensive end Jaquan Bailey declared for the NFL Draft on Sunday.

Bailey leaves Iowa State with 25.5 sacks and 44.5 tackles for loss, both program bests.

Bailey had seven sacks and 34 tackles in the 2020 season, leading Iowa State’s defensive line to a program-best 9-3 record and Fiesta Bowl victory over Oregon.