The state’s gaming commission is investigating the Iowa Hawkeyes football team for a possible violation of NCAA rules. The issue concerns the team’s use of a popular mobile app that allows players to compete against each other in games of chance.

The app, which college athletes across the country widely use, has raised concerns about potential violations of NCAA regulations against gambling. The Iowa investigation centers around whether players used real money to purchase virtual currency in the app, which would violate NCAA rules against gambling.

The Iowa athletic department has stated that it is cooperating fully with the investigation and has suspended its players’ use of the app. The NCAA has not yet commented on the investigation.

The use of mobile gaming apps by college athletes has become increasingly common in recent years. Many players look for ways to stay entertained and competitive outside their rigorous training schedules. However, the potential for violations of NCAA regulations has raised concerns among some observers.

Overall, it remains to be seen what the outcome of the Iowa investigation will be. Still, it is clear that the NCAA is taking the issue seriously and is likely to closely scrutinize college athletes’ use of mobile gaming apps in the future.