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Iowa State Cyclones Smart for Putting Focus on Blockers in Transfer Portal Early

When Jimmy Rogers accepted the head coach position with the Iowa State Cyclones, he knew that there would have to be work done on the roster. As is the case whenever a coaching change occurs, players will evaluate their future with the program.

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Iowa State Cyclones Bring In Talented True Freshman From Washington State Cougars

The Iowa State Cyclones have been very busy as expected in the transfer portal, and they will need to continue to have success following the departure

One Key Washington State Freshman is Following Jimmy Rogers to Iowa State

Iowa State’s roster just got a familiar face back in the mix. Freshman linebacker Sullivan Schlimgen is headed to Ames after spending last season at Washington State, becoming yet another player to follow Jimmy Rogers from Pullman to the Cyclones.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / January 6

Jimmy Rogers Has Successfully Restocked Iowa State's Depth at Key Position

When Jimmy Rogers took over as head coach of the Iowa State Cyclones, he knew there would be some major obstacles ahead. He is taking over for Matt Campbell, the winningest coach in program history.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / January 5

Iowa State Cyclones Remain Stagnant in AP Top 25 Poll to Start New Year

The Iowa State Cyclones have started off the new year on a positive note, and this is a program that is going to be seeking some big things in 2026. To start the new year, the Cyclones were able to kick off conference play in the Big 12 with an impressive win over the West Virginia Mountaineers.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Heartland College Sports / January 5

Iowa State Just Added a Big-Time Offensive Lineman in the Portal

Jimmy Rogers and the Iowa State Cyclones just made a big splash in the transfer portal with the addition of an elite offensive lineman. On Monday afternoon, Auburn transfer DeAndre Carter announced his commitment to Iowa State and will have multiple years of eligibility remaining as a redshirt sophomore.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Swish Appeal / January 5

Why No. 10 Iowa State is no longer undefeated, but No. 12 Vanderbilt still is

Beckett Harrison recently proclaimed that Audi Crooks is championship-ready. Baylor head coach Nicki Collen agreed, and because of that understanding, her No.

Iowa State Cyclones News / ESPN / January 4

Scott stars late as Baylor deals Iowa State 1st loss

Taliah Scott hit the winning shot with 2.9 seconds left and scored all 21 of her points in the second half, leading No. 22 Baylor past No. 10 and previously unbeaten Iowa State 72-70 on Sunday.

College Football News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / January 4

Iowa State Cyclones Former Offensive Lineman Following Matt Campbell to Penn State

The Iowa State Cyclones had more players enter the transfer portal than any football program in the country. New head coach Jimmy Rogers is going to start virtually from scratch with more than 50 players exploring options to play elsewhere in 2026.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / January 4

Audi Crooks’ Defense Draws Fan Scrutiny After Iowa State’s First Loss

Anybody who has watched Iowa State Cyclones junior center Audi Crooks play knows that she's a force to be reckoned with on offense. Crooks' physical power, elite footwork, and soft touch around the rim make her nearly unstoppable to guard for most college opponents.

College Football News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / January 4

Iowa State Cyclones Former Quarterback Unsurprisingly Commits to Penn State

When head coach Matt Campbell announced that he would be accepting a job with the Penn State Nittany Lions, the Iowa State Cyclones prepared for a lot of changes.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / January 4

Iowa State Cyclones Smartly Add Multiple Pieces to Offensive Line in Transfer Portal

The Iowa State Cyclones lost a ton of players to the transfer portal when it was announced that Matt Campbell was taking the head coach position with the Penn State Nittany Lions, being replaced by Jimmy Rogers of the Washington State Cougars.

Rocco Becht News / Larry Brown Sports / January 5

Penn State has lands new quarterback via the transfer portal

The Penn State Nittany Lions have landed a new quarterback for the 2026 season via the transfer portal. Quarterback Rocco Becht has committed to Penn State for next season.

College Football News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / January 4

Another Key Offensive Player for Iowa State Cyclones Transfers to Penn State

The transfer portal promised to be a chaotic one this year for the Iowa State Cyclones, and it has lived up to the hype. Unfortunately, a lot of their key players from 2025 are heading elsewhere. While it might not have been the year that the team had envisioned coming in, the Cyclones were still a very respectable 8-4 in 2026.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Heartland College Sports / January 4

Another Former Cyclone Star is Headed to the Big Ten

Matt Campbell always built his rosters in Iowa State to sustain a lot of turbulence; this time, the turbulence struck, and it’s carrying loads of former Cyclones to State College, Pennsylvania.

College Football News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / January 4

Iowa State Cyclones Former Star Safety Heading to Penn State in Transfer Portal

The Iowa State Cyclones had to be prepared for major roster upheaval when their coaching change was announced. After 10 years at the helm, Matt Campbell was moving on to the Penn State Nittany Lions and was being replaced in Ames by Jimmy Rogers, formerly of the Washington State Cougars.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / January 4