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The Houston Texans have just under a month to go until training camp officially kicks off, giving the first chance for the team to throw on pads after a busy offseason and start preparing for a big 2025 campaign on the horizon.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / June 26

Iowa State Cyclones Offensive Weapon Poised For Breakout Season in 2025

The 2025 college football season is just around the corner, which means it's time to look at some of the Iowa State Cyclones that could have a huge impact this upcoming season.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / June 25

Jayden Higgins, Jaylin Noel Share Top Iowa State Award

Iowa State University made history today as former wide receivers Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel were named co-recipients of the prestigious Gary Thompson Iowa State Male Athlete of the Year award.

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

Iowa State's Unheralded Former Star Could Make Shocking NFL Impact

For all of the talk about former Iowa State Cyclones stars Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel, another Iowa State player was selected in the NFL Draft back in April and could ultimately make a bigger impact than both of the two former names: Darien Porter.

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

Former Iowa State Stars Get Major Endorsement From NFL GM

Two former Iowa State Cyclones are making a strong first impression with their new NFL team. Houston Texans rookies Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel received a shoutout from general manager Nick Cesario for their impressive work ethic on Thursday’s edition of the Payne & Pendergast radio show on Houston’s Sports Radio 610.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / June 5

Late-Round WR Could Be Surprise Standout Among Texans Rookies

It’s not uncommon for teams to draft multiple players at the same position in the same draft, especially when it comes to wide receiver. Still, it’s not impossible for the player who was taken dozens of picks after the first to outplay his new teammate.

Los Angeles Rams News / Los Angeles Rams on SI / June 2

Rams' Season Opener Promises To Be An Iowa State Reunion

Rams' offensive assistant Nathan Scheelhaase may only be 34 years old, but despite his youthful age, he has a very impressive resume, and despite interviewing for offensive coordinator positions this offseason, Scheelhaase remained with the Rams as he continues to become a wanted commodity in the NFL.

Houston Texans rookie Jaylin Noel draws praise for work ethic ahead of NFL debut

Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Jaylin Noel has yet to play a snap in the NFL, but he’s already making headlines for more than just his draft status.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / May 21

Jaylin Noel: Texans Rookie Wide Receiver Dynasty Outlook

Jaylin Noel was the second Iowa State wide receiver taken by the Houston Texans in the 2025 NFL Draft. Noel went in the third round (79th overall) to join his teammate Jayden Higgins, who was drafted in the second round.

College Football News / Houston Texans on SI / May 20

Experts deliver bold takes on Texans draft picks Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel

On Reception Perception: The Show, Matt Harmon and James Koh broke down two key members of the Houston Texans’ draft class—wide receivers Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel from Iowa State—and what Houston’s rookies will bring to the Texans’ offense.

Houston Texans Rookie Jaylin Noel's Fiancée Points Out WR's Top Trait

Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Jaylin Noel has yet to play an NFL snap, but he’s already drawing attention for more than just his draft status. As he prepares for his first season, a heartfelt message from his fiancée offered fans a look at the standout trait that defines him both on and off the field.

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Who is the longest-tenured coordinator for every NFL franchise?

Here are the longest-tenured offensive or defensive coordinators in every team's history.

Analyst Reveals Striking Concern for Texans' Hyped Draft Pick

The Houston Texans landed a pair of Iowa State wide receivers in the NFL Draft, nabbing Jayden Higgins in the second round and snatching Jaylin Noel in Round 3.

Texans WR Jaylin Noel got exactly what he asked for (just not how he imagined)

The Houston Texans landed a pair of Iowa State receivers in the 2025 NFL Draft to help bolster the position for C.J. Stroud's third year in the league.

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NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / April 26

Texans' Day Two Pick Sends Strong Message After Being Drafted

The Houston Texans have made some interesting additions to the offensive side of the ball through the 2025 NFL Draft, and especially so during day two with their pair of receivers selected from Iowa State.

Texans reunite college football's best wide receiver duo with Jaylin Noel pick

The Houston Texans have taken a bit of a bold, yet smart strategy on the second day of the NFL Draft. After trading out of the first round, the Texans kicked off their Day 2 journey by selecting Iowa State wide receiver Jayden Higgins.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / April 23

2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Iowa State WR Jaylin Noel

The 2025 NFL Draft is right around the corner, and we've got you covered with in-depth scouting reports on all of the top prospects at every position in this year's class.

New York Giants Draft Prospect Profile: WR Jaylin Noel, Iowa State

Jaylin Noel offers special teams ability as a punt returner. A former three-star recruit out of Park Hill High School in Kansas City, Missouri, where he was the eighth-ranked player from his state and the 87th wide receiver during the 2021 recruiting cycle.

College Football News / PewterReport.com / March 27

Bucs To Bring In Explosive WR For Top 30 Visit

The Bucs have three defensive players on their official 30 visit list, but now there is an offensive name on the list as well. Iowa State wide receiver Jaylin Noel will be visiting Tampa Bay prior to the draft, according to The Draft Network’s Justin Melo.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / March 19

Jaylin Noel 2025 NFL Draft Profile

In 2024, the Iowa State Cyclones offense was led by two 1,000-yard receivers. Jaylin Noel was one of those big-time playmakers for the Cyclones, and his scouting report evaluates whether he can continue to have similar success in the NFL.

Report: Steelers Have Top-30 Visit Scheduled with Uber Athletic Iowa State WR

Iowa State wide receiver Jaylin Noel has a top-30 visit scheduled with the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to MLFootball. Noel turned heads at the NFL Combine, recording an impressive 4.39 40 time along with a 1.51 10-yard split.

Jaylin Noel 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Iowa State Cyclones WR

Height: 5096 (verified) Weight: 196lbs (verified) Year: Senior Pro Comparison: Sterling Shepard Iowa State Cyclones wide receiver Jaylin Noel projects as a complementary pass catcher at the NFL level.

College Football News / The 33rd Team / February 12

2025 NFL Draft: Iowa State's Jaylin Noel Is Ready To Be NFL's Next Great Slot Receiver

Slot receivers are perceived as shifty, underneath route runners who get the ball in the quick game to pick up first downs. Iowa State's Jaylin Noel wants to change that perception at the NFL level.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 30

Senior Bowl Day 2 takeaways: Top QB prospect struggles, surprising EDGE looks major

On Wednesday at Hancock Whitney Stadium, players practiced for the second day in preparation for Saturday's Reese's Senior Bowl.

Troubling stat about Jalen Milroe goes viral at Senior Bowl

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College Football News / The 33rd Team / December 20

2025 NFL Draft: Early Ranking Top 10 Wide Receiver Prospects

The 2025 NFL Draft has been a major pipeline of wide receiver talent over the past several seasons. While this year's class is a good one, it does feel like it falls a bit short of the star power of recent classes that have infused superstars quickly into the league.

Rocco Becht Easily Shows Poise and Potential Ahead of 2024

Iowa State is one of the many "dark horse", potential contenders for the Big 12 Conference title this year, but like those many teams, they need a few things to go their way to be in the conversation.