Iowa State Cyclones: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / July 19

Linebacker Is Make or Break Player for Iowa State Football

The Iowa State Cyclones are entering one of the most crucial years in their program’s history. With many former players out the door due to a coaching change that saw head coach Matt Campbell head to the Penn State Nittany Lions, Iowa State looks to find its footing despite having a lot less talent.

Milan Momcilovic News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / July 17

Iowa State Commit Proves Milan Momcilovic Comparisons in Peach Jam Breakout

It was a big, big day for the Iowa State Cyclones, and specifically one of their top basketball recruits. Throughout the last few days, some of the best high school talent across the country gathered in North Augusta, SC, to compete in the Nike EYBL Peach Jam.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Heartland College Sports / July 17

Watch: Iowa State Basketball Commit Goes Off at Peach Jam

Iowa State Cyclones commit Jack Kohnen is throwing down some big numbers this week. The four-star Slinger High School (WI) is averaging 14.5 points per game through four appearances for Team Herro, including a floor-high 35-points on Friday morning during a 77-59 win over the PSA Cardinals.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / July 17

Iowa State Cyclones Reveal Big 12 Athlete of the Year Nominees

The Iowa State Cyclones had plenty of student-athletes who went above and beyond in the classroom and in their athletic discipline during the 2025-26 school year.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / July 17

Comparing Iowa State on the Hardwood and Gridiron

In college sports, there are many schools that consider themselves sports schools, with many being widely known for individual sports. The Alabama Crimson Tide are a football school.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / July 16

Tre Singleton Gets Compared to Recent Iowa State Basketball Star

Coming off a very good season, the Iowa State Cyclones will be hoping to continue their successful run of late. However, in order to do so, they will need some of their new players to step up. The 2025-26 campaign will go down as a memorable one for the Cyclones.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / July 16

Iowa State Basketball Commit Shines in Day 2 of Nike EYBL Peach Jam

All three commits the Iowa State Cyclones have in their Class of 2027 are playing for AAU teams competing in the Nike EYBL Peach Jam this year. Two of the players, Donovan Davis and Jack Kohnen, play for Team Herro.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / July 15

Iowa State Basketball Will Have Work To Do Following Recent Bracketology Update

While most of the focus for the Iowa State Cyclones will be on the football program for the next couple of months, the basketball program will also be getting set soon for a new campaign.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / July 15

Ranking Quarterbacks Iowa State Will Play Against in 2026

The Iowa State Cyclones are entering 2026 with some tough tasks ahead. The Cyclones take on some elite quarterbacks throughout college football during the season, from Heisman contenders all the way down to FCS level players and some with virtually no on-field experience.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / July 14

Kentucky's Momcilovic making $6 million with the Wildcats in 2026

New Kentucky PF Milan Momcilovic making $6 million with the Wildcats in 2026

The Kentucky Wildcats desperately wanted to get Momcilovic in the transfer portal.

Team USA announces additions to men's basketball coaching staff

College athletes sue NCAA over exclusion from new five-year eligibility rule

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

Iowa State Basketball Sophomore Dealt with Shoulder Issue

The 2026 offseason has been a whirlwind for the Iowa State Cyclones men’s basketball team. Their roster underwent major changes with Tamin Lipsey, Joshua Jefferson and Nate Heise all exhausting their eligibility.

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

Iowa State Experienced Remarkable Growth Under Jamie Pollard

The Iowa State Cyclones are nearing the end of an era with athletic director Jamie Pollard recently announcing his retirement. Leading the athletic program since 2004, his 22-year tenure with the school is coming to an end in the near future.

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

Iowa State Football Receives Shockingly Low Preseason Ranking

The 2026 college football season will be the start of a new era for the Iowa State Cyclones. There isn’t a team in the country that underwent as many changes as the Cyclones this past offseason.

Iowa State Basketball Has the Perfect Non-Conference Schedule

The Iowa State Cyclones are going into the 2026-27 season with sky high expectations. Over the last few years, head coach T.J. Otzelberger has built up the program to becoming one of the most competitive in the nation, and now, it could potentially be their year to go all the way.

Iowa State Football Predicted for Tough First Season Under Jimmy Rogers

The Iowa State Cyclones will start a new era when the 2026 college football season kicks off next month. For the first time in a decade, they have a new leader on the sidelines.

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

Incoming Transfer Could Provide Value in Multiple Ways for Iowa State Basketball

The Iowa State Cyclones are coming off a busy offseason in which they made a lot of changes to the roster. With a plethora of new transfers coming in, how the team will look should be interesting to see for next season. Coming off a special year for the program, the Cyclones will be hungry to be even better this coming campaign.

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

Iowa State Football Coach Comments on Depth, Opportunity for Players This Season

Every single player on the Iowa State Cyclones football team has a chance to play next season. Over the last few days, all 16 members of the Big 12 conference have gathered to meet for media day.

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

Why Iowa State Basketball Should Worry About T.J. Otzelberger Potentially Leaving

The Iowa State Cyclones had some major news on Friday with the announcement that Athletic Director Jamie Pollard will be transitioning toward retirement

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

Iowa State Athletic Director Jamie Pollard Announces Retirement

The Iowa State Cyclones athletic department has undergone some massive changes in the last year. Football head coach Matt Campbell departed the program after 10 years to accept the head coaching position with the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Heartland College Sports / July 10

Jamie Pollard Announces Retirement as Iowa State Athletic Director

Jamie Pollard’s retirement announcement closes the book on one of the most transformational tenures in college athletics. When Pollard arrived at Iowa State in 2005, the Cyclones were often fighting for relevance in the Big 12.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Heartland College Sports / July 4

Iowa State Lands 4-Star WR Chuck Alexander, the Highest-Rated Recruit of Jimmy Rogers Era

Jimmy Rogers just landed his biggest recruiting victory since taking over at Iowa State. 247Sports composite four-star wide receiver Chuck Alexander Jr.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Yardbarker / June 15

Iowa State lands commitment from cousin of NFL Hall of Famer Rod Woodson

To say that Leslie Woodson is an under-covered college football recruit would be a bit of an understatement.

James Franklin, Virginia Tech Hokies flip major Notre Dame prospect

Georgia Bulldogs flip four-star WR Jamir Dean from Penn State

Arch Manning returning to Texas in 2027 could spell doom for Steve Sarkisian

Texas HC Steve Sarkisian not ruling out a potential Arch Manning twist after 2026 season

The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / June 1

Kentucky scores massive transfer portal win with former Iowa State sharpshooter

The Kentucky Wildcats added the top remaining men's college basketball player in the transfer portal on Monday, landing former Iowa State Cyclones sharpshooter

Vanderbilt star guard Tyler Tanner makes NBA Draft decision

Alabama star Amari Allen also makes decision on NBA Draft

NBA announces 38 early entrants withdrew from draft

Ohio State’s John Mobley Jr. among the 38 to withdraw

Thunder continue drawing buzz as possible NBA draft trade-up team