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Week 11 is going to make or break the Iowa State Cyclones when it comes to their odds of earning a bid to a bowl game. They are playing at home, hosting the Cincinnati Bearcats at Jack Trice Stadium.

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The Importance of Iowa State Taking Down Cincinnati This Weekend

The Iowa State Cyclones are entering one of the biggest stretches of their season. With just three games to go, Iowa State is staring down a bowl game, a feat that would be fantastic to achieve, given the dreaded offseason they had.

Killyan Toure News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 13

Killyan Toure Remaining Involved With Iowa State Despite Injury

The Iowa State Cyclones suffered a massive loss over the summer when it was revealed that guard Killyan Toure had to undergo a procedure for a shoulder injury.

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

Iowa State Basketball Has Shocking Most Impactful Player

The Iowa State Cyclones men’s basketball team has a few new faces in the rotation this season. Their Sweet 16 squad from 2025-26 lost two stars, Joshua Jefferson and Milan Momcilovic, but in a surprise turn of events, they do have Tamin Lipsey back for one more year.

Jamarion Batemon News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 11

Jamarion Batemon Shines for Iowa State Against Southern

The Iowa State Cyclones played the Southern Jaguars on Tuesday night in a non-conference game, where they looked to prove a lot to themselves. After starting the season 1-1 and looking slightly disappointing, Iowa State completely changed the narrative with a dominant 84-47 win over Southern.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 10

One Major Takeaway From Iowa State Basketball's Blowout Win Over Southern

Coming off a nice win against Southern Miss, the Iowa State Cyclones were back in action at home looking to build a winning streak. Following their loss to the Memphis Tigers, the Cyclones fell out of the AP Top 25 for the first time since January of 2024.

Tre Singleton News / Ball Exclusives / November 10

Cyclones Beat Jaguars 84-47 as Singleton Scores 19

Tre Singleton had 19 points, and the Iowa State Cyclones rolled past the Southern Jaguars 84-47 on Tuesday night at Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones set the tone early, taking the first half 41-18.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 10

One Bold Prediction for Iowa State Basketball vs. Southern

The Iowa State Cyclones are getting set for their third game of the season on Tuesday night, and they will be hoping to start a little winning streak. Following a tough loss in the opener to the Memphis Tigers, the Cyclones were able to bounce back in a major way against Southern Miss.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 10

The Iowa State Basketball Player Who Needs To Perform Against Southern

The Iowa State Cyclones have had a bit of a rocky start to the season, sitting at 1-1. It began with a neutral-site loss to the Memphis Tigers, followed by a win over the Southern Miss Golden Eagles at home.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 10

Iowa State Basketball vs. Southern: Preview, Storylines

On Tuesday night, the Iowa State Cyclones will be back in action seeking their second win of the season. After a strong performance in their last game against Southern Miss, the team will be looking to build on that. The Cyclones did not get off to the start to the season that they would have liked with a loss to the Memphis Tigers.

Jaylen Raynor News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 10

How Jaylen Raynor Has Turned Around His Career and Iowa State’s Season

Every single week that the Iowa State Cyclones lose, the blame seems to always go on the same person: Jaylen Raynor. Raynor is the starting quarterback, a transfer coming from the Arkansas State Red Wolves.

Tre Singleton News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 9

Tre Singleton Has Transformed His Game To Become Iowa State’s Best Player

Over the offseason, the Iowa State Cyclones brought in five different transfers. Those were Jaquan Johnson from the Bradley Braves, Taj Manning from the Kansas State Wildcats, Ryan Prather Jr.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 9

Iowa State Basketball AP Poll Top 25 Streak Comes to an End

The Iowa State Cyclones came into the 2026-27 men’s college basketball season with one of the longest streaks of being ranked in the AP Poll Top 25. When they were placed at No.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 9

Iowa State Football Predicted To Land Covet Junior College Transfer

The Iowa State Cyclones knew the 2026 college football season was going to be tough because of all the turnover on the coaching staff and roster following the departure of head coach Matt Campbell to the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 7

One Major Takeaway From Iowa State Basketball's Win Against Southern Miss

After losing their first game of the season, the Iowa State Cyclones were able to bounce back with a nice win over Southern Miss. In the victory, a new star might be emerging for the Cyclones. It was undoubtedly a frustrating game for Iowa State to open the season.

Tre Singleton News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 6

Tre Singleton Emerges as Star in Iowa State Cyclones Win Against Southern Miss

Coming off a loss to the Memphis Tigers, the Iowa State Cyclones were hungry to get their first win of the season. With a matchup on Friday night against Southern Miss, that is exactly what they were able to do in a lopsided 83-57 victory.

College Basketball News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 6

Defensive Overcommitments Have Killed Iowa State Basketball

The Iowa State Cyclones have had a tough start to the season. In the opening game, they fell short to the Memphis Tigers, 80-76. It was a poor performance.

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

One Bold Prediction for Iowa State Basketball vs. Southern Miss

As the Iowa State Cyclones get set to play Southern Miss, they will be hoping to bounce back in a big way following a loss to the Memphis Tigers. With a lot of talent and some high expectations coming into the year, the Cyclones did not get off to the start that they would have liked to the season.

College Basketball News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 6

Iowa State Basketball vs. Southern Miss: 3 Players To Watch

The Iowa State Cyclones did not play well in their season opener against the Memphis Tigers at the Sanford Pentagon, losing 80-76. Iowa State is now coming back home to Hilton Coliseum seeking their first win of the season, hosting the Southern Miss Golden Eagles.

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

Next 3 Games Are Key for Iowa State Basketball To Get Going

The first game of the 2026-27 men’s college basketball season did not go according to plan for the Iowa State Cyclones. They got the season started with a neutral-site game at the Sanford Pentagon for the second straight year.

Dominykas Pleta News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / November 5

How Dominykas Pleta Has Transformed His Game for Iowa State

Despite a poor opening-game loss in the 2026-27 season, the Iowa State Cyclones have a lot of intrigue. With incoming transfers and an intriguing freshman class, this team looks like it could have a successful season ahead.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / November 2

Memphis HC Penny Hardaway cools hot seat with upset of No. 18 Iowa State

After finishing 10th in the American and leading Memphis to its worst season since 1969, coach Penny Hardaway entered this year under considerable pressure. But that pressure has since dissipated after the Tigers upset No. 18 Iowa State 80-76.

Jayden Reid puts up 26 as Memphis dumps No. 18 Iowa State

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Iowa State Cyclones News / Viral Sports News / November 1

Former Iowa State Cyclones Standout Gets Axed by NFL Team

The durability that defined Anthony Johnson Jr.’s five seasons at Iowa State has once again been tested on the NFL stage. The former Cyclones defensive back was released by the Chicago Bears from the practice-squad injured list on Saturday, just before the team’s Week 8 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 20

Kids who will be playing on Sundays: Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss looks like 'franchise QB' in potential Heisman moment vs. LSU

Each week, Yardbarker spotlights college football stars, some of whom will play on Sundays. With that in mind, here are five Week 3 standouts.

Chambliss leads Ole Miss over Lane Kiffin, LSU

Chambliss apologizes for postgame comments after beating LSU

Darian Mensah's start compares to Robert Griffin III Heisman season

Heisman quarterly report: Chambliss remains in lead

The top four Heisman candidates after Week 3

College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / July 27

'There’s no bad blood': Audi Crooks addresses transferring from Iowa State

Audi Crooks is from Algona, Iowa. She committed to the Iowa State Cyclones out of high school and became one of the best college basketball players in the country.