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2 More Former Iowa State Cyclones Recruits Heading to Penn State With Matt Campbell

The Iowa State Cyclones knew that there would be a lot of overturn on their roster when it was announced that Matt Campbell was taking the head coaching position with the Penn State Nittany Lions and being replaced by Jimmy Rogers.

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Matt Campbell is Stealing a Key Iowa State Commitment

Iowa State just got hit with a gut punch on the recruiting trail, and it came courtesy of the guy who built the roster in the first place. Class of 2026 quarterback Kase Evans has committed to Penn State, just three days after being released from his signing with the Cyclones.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 14

First Former Iowa State Cyclones Recruit Following Matt Campbell to Penn State

The Iowa State Cyclones knew that they were in for seismic changes when Matt Campbell decided to accept the head coaching job with the Penn State Nittany Lions less than two days after Signing Day.

College Basketball News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 14

Killyan Toure Already Cementing Status As Premier Defender for Iowa State Cyclones

The Iowa State Cyclones have received excellent performances from a number of players; this is why they have gotten off to such a great start, winning their first 10 games of the 2025-26 men’s basketball season.

College Basketball News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 14

Iowa State Cyclones' Big Man Emerging as Unsung Hero This Season

The Iowa State Cyclones were able to defeat their rival in the Cy-Hawk matchup, but it didn’t come as easily as expected. Coming into the matchup against the Iowa Hawkeyes, the Cyclones were a significant favorite as one of the few remaining undefeated teams in the country.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 14

Another Iowa State Cyclones Recruit Announces Decommitment From School

The Iowa State Cyclones' future looked incredibly bright just over a week ago when Signing Day rolled around. Matt Campbell was on the verge of landing the best-ranked group of recruits in his tenure with the program.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 13

Killyan Toure Doing Something for Iowa State Cyclones No Freshman in Country Is

The Iowa State Cyclones have been one of the best teams in men’s college basketball in the 2025-26 season. Off to a brilliant 10-0 record, they have received incredible production from players up and down the roster.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 13

Iowa State Cyclones' 2026 Recruiting Class Takes Another Major Hit

The Iowa State Cyclones continue to see recruits leave the program following the loss of Matt Campbell, and recently, another three-star player was released from his signing. It has been a tough week for the Cyclones following the loss of Campbell as their head coach.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 13

Amarion Jackson Opens Up About Decision to Decommit From Iowa State Cyclones

There was a lot of optimism about the incoming recruiting class for the Iowa State Cyclones on Signing Day, Dec. 3. Matt Campbell was on the verge of landing the best class in his tenure, setting the program up for long-term success.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Athlon Sports / December 13

Iowa State Gets Bad News on Former No. 102 Recruit After Coaching Change

Iowa State defensive lineman Markell Chapman, who previously left the team in October, reaffirmed that he plans to enter the transfer portal. Jeff Jaykwon, Chapman’s representative, confirmed the decision to 247Sports on Saturday.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Beyond Women's Sports / December 13

Audi Crooks Off To An Amazing Start In This NCAAW Season

All things considered, two-time All-Big 12 center Audi Crooks is a major reason the Iowa State Cyclones Women’s Basketball Team are off to a 10-0 start this season.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 12

Iowa State Cyclones Decommit Has Eyes on Following Matt Campbell to Penn State

The future of the Iowa State Cyclones roster looked great after a historic Signing Day, which saw potentially the best class in Matt Campbell’s tenure at the helm coming to Ames in 2026.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 12

Iowa State Cyclones Lose Three-Star Tight End From 2026 Recruiting Class

As the Iowa State Cyclones continue to go into the Jimmy Rogers era, another promising recruit from the 2026 class has been released from his signing. The aftershock of Matt Campbell leaving for the Penn State Nittany Lions has continued for the Cyclones, who are continuing to lose recruits from the 2026 class.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 12

Iowa State Cyclones Star Underwent Successful Surgery, Weighing Future Options

The 2025 college football season was a roller coaster ride for the Iowa State Cyclones. They started the season on a high note, winning their first five games before suffering a mid-season lull.

Former Iowa State Cyclones Commit Receives Offer From Penn State Nittany Lions

As the Iowa State Cyclones continue to try to retain roster pieces following the departure of their head coach, Matt Campbell, a recent decommit has been offered by Campbell’s new school. It shouldn’t come as much of a surprise to see the recruiting classes for both 2026 and 2027 taking some massive hits following the departure of Campbell.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 12

Iowa State Cyclones Football Lose Key 2026 Quarterback Recruit

As the Jimmy Rogers era continues to start for the Iowa State Cyclones, another commit from the 2026 class will be leaving the program. It was just over a week ago that the Cyclones were able to have one of the best recruiting classes in the history of the program.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Heartland College Sports / December 12

Did Jimmy Rogers Really Need to Drop an F-Bomb at the Iowa State Game?

New Iowa State football coach Jimmy Rogers made quite a first impression on the fan base on Thursday night when he was introduced to a raucous crowd at the Hilton Coliseum.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 11

Iowa State Cyclones 2026 Recruiting Class Diminishes Further With Two More Decommits

Last week, the Iowa State Cyclones were full of optimism and hope for what the future held. Signing Day was shaping up to be incredibly successful for the program, with Matt Campbell on the verge of landing the best recruiting class of his tenure.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 11

Landing Top 25 Recruit Would be Massive Win for Iowa State Cyclones' Jimmy Rogers

As the Iowa State Cyclones transition from Matt Campbell to Jimmy Rogers at head coach, they will need to continue to try to build upon the work that their former head coach started with the 2027 recruiting class. With the loss of their head coach recently, the Cyclones have understandably started to see some players decommit from the program.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Swish Appeal / December 11

No. 11 Iowa’s spirited comeback was not enough against No. 10 Iowa State and Audi Crooks

It had all the makings of a college basketball classic: Two undefeated in-state rivals ranked in the top 15 set to clash before a raucous crowd with bragging rights on the line.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 11

Iowa State Cyclones Suffer Major Blow With Multiple Coaches Joining Matt Campbell

With the dust continuing to settle from Matt Campbell’s departure from the Iowa State Cyclones, more coaches are starting to follow him to Penn State. After leaving the Cyclones, the program knew that their former head coach's leaving was going to have a negative impact on the program.

College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / December 11

Audi Crooks continues unprecedented pace in Iowa State's win

Audi Crooks continues unprecedented pace in No. 10 Iowa State's win over No. 11 Iowa

The 10th-ranked Iowa State women held off a rally from No. 11 Iowa in a 74-69 win in the latest installment of the in-state rivalry on Wednesday night.

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Iowa State Cyclones News / Heartland College Sports / December 9

Iowa State Football Loses Their Top 2027 Commitment

Iowa State just lost its top commitment in the 2027 class, and it’s a tough one to spin in a positive light. Four-star offensive lineman Will Slagle has officially decommitted from the program, reopening his recruitment less than three weeks after giving the Cyclones his verbal pledge.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 6