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Steve Kemp brings everyone together with “The People’s Tailgate”
After months of waiting, kickoff is finally here in Ames, Iowa as the Cyclones are preparing to usher in a new era of Iowa State football under head coach…
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ISU expects to “have (its) hands full” with FCS Southeast Missouri State in Saturday’s season opener
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WATCH Rogers, Roehl, Raynor and more players at the Pre-SEMO Press Conference
Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers prepares for his first game as a Cyclone. What’s identity of his team? What does winning look like aside from the…
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5 Southeast Missouri State players to know on Saturday vs. Iowa State
Southeast Missouri State wide receiver John Anthony Jr. is tackled in last Saturday’s 23-21 win at Indiana State. Anthony caught a touchdown pass in the…
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Iowa State releases first depth chart of 2026 season
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PETERSON: The ties that bind Iowa State’s Jimmy Rogers and Jim Walden
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Monday Musings: Concerns heading into the season’s ribbon cutting
Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers overlooks team at the 2026 Spring Showcase (Photo by Jacqueline Cordova) There is an infinite amount of things to be excited…
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Ross Watson brings unique perspective — and personality — to the Cyclones’ defensive staff
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Big 12 Buzz: Full Big 12 Season Preview
We are in the final days of fall camp as players are battling for spots much like I will try to battle for your attention here in this article. While I may not…
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Position Preview: Special Teams
Special teams may be the one area where Iowa State enters the 2026 season with more proven talent than questions. The Cyclones bring back one of the best…
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PETERSON: Iowa State success won’t be defined by just a handful of players
Aug. 8, 2026 — Ames, Iowa: Iowa State football players gather in a team huddle during an open practice at the Johnny Majors Practice Complex. (Photo by…
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Victory Day is a special day for “loud” returning ISU safety Drew Surges
Nov 29, 2025; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma State Cowboys wide receiver Sam Jackson V (18) is tackled by Iowa State Cyclones defensive back Drew Surges…
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Position Preview: Safeties
Iowa State’s safety room enters 2026 looking a lot different than it did a year ago, but there is still plenty of reason for optimism. While the Cyclones…
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Position Preview: Cornerbacks
Iowa State’s cornerback room may be one of the most important position groups on the entire roster this season. With a new defensive staff, a new scheme and…
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Iowa State’s young running backs are eager to prove doubters wrong
Iowa State’s Arnold Barnes (pictured) is one of several Cyclone backs eager to prove doubters wrong this season. He transferred in from Tulane. Photo…
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Georges Niang signs one-year deal with Golden State
Apr 18, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Georges Niang (20) reacts after making a three point shot against the Miami Heat during the second…
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Watch QB coach Keith Heckendorf and SAM/Nickels coach Ross Watson at Tuesday’s Availability
Iowa State quarterbacks coach Keith Heckendorf goes in-depth on his room, sharing how Jaylen Raynor is improving his pre-snap abilities in the pro-style…
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ISU QB Jaylen Raynor’s thriving in the “eye of the Cyclone” as he adapts to new system
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Position Preview: Linebackers
Iowa State’s linebacker room will look almost completely different this fall, but the Cyclones did not have to start from scratch. Carson Willich, Beau Goodwin…
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Former Cyclone Chris Babb announces retirement from basketball
Chris Babb dunks over Marcus Smart in an 87-76 win at Hilton Coliseum on March 6, 2013. Image courtesy of Iowa State Athletics Former Cyclone Chris Babb…
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Position Preview: Defensive Line
We’re officially into the defensive side of the ball, and there might not be a position group on Iowa State’s roster that has undergone a bigger transformation…
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PETERSON: Thankfully Iowa State’s Victory Day didn’t enter the transfer portal
August 2019 — Ames, Iowa: A Victory Day participant runs with the football as Iowa State players, including quarterback Brock Purdy (15), cheer her on during…
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Monday Musings: Toure’s injury is devastating for multiple reasons
Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Killyan Toure (27) reacts after a play during the second half against the Kentucky Wildcats during…
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Hope springs eternal — as always — for ISU’s talented, but patchwork O-line
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New ISU receiver Omari Hayes is a “small guy” who can strike like “lightning”
ISU wide receiver Omari Hayes, a 5-9, 175-pound transfer from Tulane, competes in a recent fall practice. Photo courtesy Iowa State athletics. -->…
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Iowa State announces return timeline for Killyan Toure following shoulder injury
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PETERSON: What defines a successful Iowa State football season?
You’re likely an Iowa State fan, if you’ve read this far. You’ve devoured every word that’s been written since Jimmy Rogers became the head football coach…
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Explosive ISU EDGE Isaac “Bobby” Terrell’s powerful motor “only knows go”
Iowa State defensive end Isaac “Bobby” Terrell gets after it in fall practice in August of 2026. Photo courtesy Iowa State Athletics. -->…
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Big 12 Buzz: A guide to betting the Big 12
We are in the heart of fall camp as players are battling for spots much like I will try to battle for your attention here in this article. While I may not be…
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WATCH all of Cyclone Fanatic’s interviews at Iowa State Football’s media day
Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers holds his media day press conference 17 days ahead of the season opener against Southeast Missouri State. Rogers shares…
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MEDIA DAY: ISU pledges to “bring the juice” in head coach Jimmy Rogers’ first season
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Position Preview: Offensive Line
As we continue our position-by-position preview series, we’ve finally reached the group that may determine just how far Iowa State’s offense can go in 2026…
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ISU OT Jake Taylor’s adversity-strewn path is now guided by “off the charts” gratitude
Iowa State offensive tackle Jake Taylor in action at a recent fall practice. The former four-star recruit transferred in from Oklahoma. Photo courtesy Iowa…
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Position Preview: Tight Ends
We’re now just 19 days away from Iowa State kicking off the 2026 season against SEMO. To help get you ready for the start of another year of Cyclone football…
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Watch OL coach Jake Thornton, DL coach Jalon Bibbs, OL Jake Taylor and DE Malaki Ta’ase at Monday’s availability
Iowa State offensive line coach Jake Thornton shares about position battles on the line, how the group is progressing as a whole, the leadership Jake Taylor…
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PETERSON: Iowa State must honor Jamie Pollard, sooner than later
Dec. 7, 2025 — Ames, Iowa: Iowa State athletics director Jamie Pollard speaks during the introductory press conference for new Cyclones football head coach…
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Monday Musings: Predicting every game of 2026
Jimmy Rogers overlooks his team at the 2026 spring showcase. Photo by Jacqueline Cordova This season is a big ole mystery box, and the results are going to…
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Iowa State WR Cody Jackson overcomes life-threatening illness
Iowa State wide receiver Cody Jackson (2) catches a ball during Iowa State’s open practice on Aug. 8, 2026. (Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic) Iowa…
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PETERSON: Is former walk-on Aiden Flora one of Iowa State’s most dynamic players?
Aug. 8, 2026 — Ames, Iowa: Iowa State quarterback Jaylen Raynor works through a play with running back Aiden Flora during the Cyclones’ open practice at the…
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Big 12 Buzz: Heating up to football season
We are in the heart of fall camp as players are battling for spots much like I will try to battle for your attention here in this article. While I may not be…
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Position Preview: Wide Receivers
As we continue our position-by-position preview series, it’s time to look at one of the most intriguing groups on the roster: wide receiver. The Cyclones…
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Versatile ISU cornerback Seth Johnson’s on a mission for “multiple” picks
Iowa State cornerback Seth Johnson prepares to work in a recent practice. Photo courtesy Iowa State Athletics. AMES — Iowa State cornerback Seth Johnson…
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WATCH Derrick Sherman, Mike Banks, Cody Jackson and Seth Johnson at Thursday’s availability
Iowa State wide receivers coach Derrick Sherman talks about the depth in the room and what names are standing out through fall camp. He shares what it takes…
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ISU RB Aiden Flora’s turned “niche” success into a much broader role
ISU RB/PR Aiden Flora in action at practice. Photo courtesy Iowa State Athletics. AMES — Iowa State running back Aiden Flora stands exactly 6-feet and zero…
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WATCH Jimmy Rogers Fall Camp Midweek Availability
Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers holds his second press conference of fall camp and shares nearly a 10-minute answer on every position battle for offense and…
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Indiana Pacers to play exhibition game at Hilton Coliseum
The following is a press release from Iowa State Athletics FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 12, 2026 INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Former Iowa State star and two-time NBA…
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Position Preview: Running Backs
We’re just 24 days away from Iowa State’s season opener against SEMO. To help you get ready, we’ll be rolling out a position preview every weekday for the next…
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PHOTO GALLERY: Inside Iowa State football’s open practice
AMES — A hot Saturday in Ames brought our first extended peek at the 2026 Cyclones. Iowa State opened practice to the media Saturday, Aug. 8 as head coach…
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Position Preview: Quarterbacks
We’re less than a month away from Iowa State’s season opener against Southeast Missouri at Jack Trice Stadium. To help you get ready for the season and…
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Iowa State LB Sullivan Schlimgen’s “full circle moment” spanned 1,520 miles
 By Rob Gray, correspondent AMES — Iowa State linebacker Sullivan Schlimgen’s self-described “full circle moment” came with a 1,520 mile-long plot twist…
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WATCH DC Jesse Bobbit, LB Sullivan Schlimgen and DL Bryson Lamb at Monday’s availability
Iowa State defensive coordinator Jesse Bobbit goes in-depth on the Cyclone defense in fall camp. Where is each position group at after three days of pads?…
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PETERSON: Iowa State needs QB Jaylen Raynor in all situations
Aug. 4, 2026 — Ames, Iowa: Iowa State quarterback Jaylen Raynor (1) and the Cyclones take part in practice at the Johnny Majors Practice Fields. (Photo by…
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Monday Musings: Calm before the Storm
Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers addresses his team at an early fall camp practice. Photo courtesy of Iowa State Athletics. This offseason has been a loud…
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New ISU QB Jaylen Raynor’s “contagious confidence” is helping him thrive in the Cyclones’ pro-style offense
New Iowa State quarterback Jaylen Raynor throws early in fall camp. Photo courtesy Iowa State Athletics. AMES — Jaylen Raynor ended his Arkansas State career…
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Big 12 Buzz: Fall Camp Time
With media days in the rear view, we can now start shifting our focus to the season itself. We are less than three weeks away from kickoff in the Big 12 when…
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ISU OC Tyler Roehl will find out “who’s about it” when pads start popping on Friday
Iowa State offensive coordinate Tyler Roehl talks to media during a media opportunity at Stark Performance center on Feb. 11, 2026, in Ames, Iowa. (Nirmalendu…
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WATCH OC Tyler Roehl, QB Jaylen Raynor, TE Tyler Fortenberry at Thursday’s availability
Iowa State offensive coordinator Tyler Roehl meets the media for the first time during fall camp to update where each position group is at, share some lessons…
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PETERSON: Where Iowa ranks among Iowa State’s toughest opponents
Sept. 2025 — Ames, Iowa: Iowa State players carry the Cy-Hawk trophy to their sideline after defeating in-state rival Iowa at Jack Trice Stadium. (Photo by…
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ISU head coach Jimmy Rogers seeks to build “competitive maturity” as fall camp unfolds
Jimmy Rogers is introduced as Iowa State’s next head football coach by Jamie Pollard in December, 2025. Photo by Jacqueline Cordova AMES — Exuberant…
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WATCH Jimmy Rogers’ Fall Camp Opening Press Conference
Jimmy Rogers held his first press conference of fall camp on day one of practice. Rogers shares how different day one at Iowa State feels compared to…