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Former Iowa State Recruit Hoping To Follow Matt Campbell to Penn State

The Iowa State Cyclones have seen a mass exodus from their Class of 2026 with several players deciding to decommit and reopen their recruitment following the coaching change.

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Matt Campbell's emotional Iowa State farewell letter proves he's exactly what Penn State needed

Matt Campbell didn't leave Iowa State quietly. He left the only way he knows how — deliberately, emotionally, and with a full accounting of what the place meant to him.

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

Former Iowa State Cyclones Recruit Speaks About Commitment to Penn State

It has been a wild couple of weeks for the Iowa State Cyclones, who have seen their program flipped upside down following the loss of head coach Matt Campbell.

NFL News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 16

Another Great Iowa State Coach Being Hired by Matt Campbell at Penn State

A new era is upon the Iowa State Cyclones with Jimmy Rogers being hired to take over as head coach following the departure of Matt Campbell, who agreed to a massive contract to become the head coach of the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Jimmy Rogers News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 16

Iowa State Cyclones Add New Strength and Conditioning Coach Under Jimmy Rogers

The Iowa State Cyclones and their fan base were certainly disappointed when their head coach, Matt Campbell, decided to take the same position with the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Iowa State Cyclones Lose Talented Recruit to Kansas State Wildcats

As the Iowa State Cyclones get closer to the end of the season, there has been a lot of movement with a majority of their 2026 recruiting class. After the quick departure of Matt Campbell to the Penn State Nittany Lions, it has been a wild time for the program.

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

Iowa State Cyclones Reportedly Hire New Defensive Coordinator from Washington State

The Jimmy Rogers era is starting up for the Iowa State Cyclones, and things are starting to come together for him. Since the departure of Matt Campbell for the Cyclones, it has been a hectic time for the football program.

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

Breaking Down Where Iowa State Cyclones Rank in Recent AP Top 25 Poll

The Iowa State Cyclones are coming off a 2-0 week but certainly faced a scare to their perfect record. Following a massive win on the road against the Purdue Boilermakers, the Cyclones were riding high and saw their stock rise quite a bit.

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

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.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Heartland College Sports / December 14

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 13

Iowa State Cyclones Continue to Rise in College Basketball Power Rankings

It has been a fantastic start to the season for the Iowa State Cyclones, who continue to prove they are one of the best teams in the country. The Cyclones have been able to pick up some nice signature wins so far this year, but there was none bigger than their win on the road against the Purdue Boilermakers.

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.

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.

Arkansas women bounce back, trounce Jackson State

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In men's CBB news, No. 6 Purdue dusts off Minnesota with 50 second-half points

No. 7 Houston cruises to a big win over lowly Jackson State

No. 23 Nebraska whips Wisconsin, equals best start in school history

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