Iowa State vs. Texas Tech - November 02, 2024

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Teams

Red Raiders logo, Red Raiders 6-3, 1ST 10, 2ND 0, 3RD 7, 4TH 6, TOT 23

Cyclones logo, Cyclones 7-1, 1ST 3, 2ND 10, 3RD 0, 4TH 9, TOT 22

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8:38[4th & 10 @ TTU 31] K.Konrardy 49 yard field goal attempt is good, Center-D.Knobloch, Holder-T.Perkins.

12:16G.Garcia extra point is good.

12:19[2nd & 9 @ ISU 35] B.Morton pass complete. Catch made by J.Kelly for 35 yards. TOUCHDOWN.

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What if NFL teams could trade players back to college? Seven deals we’d make: RB for Oklahoma QBs for Texas Tech and Iowa DE for Alabama LB for USC Center for Clemson A familiar name at WR for North Carolina https://t.co/AQed2X4uKf

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NEW: The Jimmy Rogers era at Iowa State kicks off Saturday and there's a lot to sort through — new QB1, injury updates out of camp, and whether the Cyclones have an edge over a SEMO team that's already play Story: https://t.co/JmavsqKI8w

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Breaking NewsNCAA clears University of Cincinnati of wrongdoing in Brendan Sorsby gambling investigation (AP)

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Texas Tech and Micah Hudson are both finally ready for receiver's breakoutOver the past two recruiting cycles, Texas Tech fans have quickly become accustomed to seeing their program bring in five-star high school signees. However, ju

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ISU's offense plans to usher in new era of "violence" - starting Saturday against SEMO - Cyclone FanaticIowa State offensive coordinator Tyler Roehl talks to the media in advance of the Cyclones' Sept. 5 season opener against Southeast Missouri State. Screenshot from Cyclone Fanatic video. AMES - Iowa State left tackle Jake Taylor's never been asked to protect his quarterback's blind side. Un

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National Title Betting Locks 🔒Expert futures picks for who could take home the natty 📲

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Picks for Every Week 1 Game 🔮Predicting Oregon-Boise St., Notre Dame-Wisconsin, more 📲

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What Joey McGuire's ambitious plan for Tommy Castellanos might look likeIt is hard to remember a time when Texas Tech has added a backup QB from outside the program as intriguing as former Florida State transfer Tommy Castellanos.

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ISU expects to "have (its) hands full" with FCS Southeast Missouri State in Saturday's season opener - Cyclone FanaticISU quarterback Jaylen Raynor prepares to hand off the football during fall camp. Photo courtesy Iowa State Athletics. AMES - Jaylen Raynor will not only don a new uniform when he makes his first start for Iowa State in Saturday's season opener. The three-year starter at Arkansas State will

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WATCH Rogers, Roehl, Raynor and more players at the Pre-SEMO Press Conference - Cyclone FanaticIowa 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 score? Rogers goes in-depth into his coaching demeanor on the sideline, updates injuries and shares the goals of the 2026 Cyclones. https://youtu.b

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5 Big 12 Teams Most Likely to Fall Short of Their Preseason ExpectationsThe Big 12 Conference is about to begin the season this week with Week 1 of the college football season getting underway. From there it’s a three-month sprint to the Big 12 Championship game in Arlington, Texas, in December, with the winner going to the College Football Playoff. All 16 teams have expectations going into […]

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Joey McGuire didn't need to anger any more college fans, but that's what he's doneFor someone who has made a wildly successful career by connecting with people, Joey McGuire sure is embracing his newfound identity as one of college football's

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Texas Tech football will be without starting defender against Abilene ChristianOne storyline that football fans follow closely in fall camp is the health of their team. Fortunately for Texas Tech, it has been a rather quiet fall on that f

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Iowa State releases first depth chart of 2026 season - Cyclone FanaticIowa State kicks off game week by releasing the first depth chart of the Jimmy Rogers era. Courtesty of Iowa State Athletics.

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CFB Playoff Predictions 🔮Projecting the CFP bracket before Week 1 kicks off 📲

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Monday Musings: Concerns heading into the season's ribbon cutting - Cyclone FanaticIowa 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 about for this season, and I have spent the last dozen Mondays writing about them.

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Three potential road stumbling blocks for Texas Tech on 2026 scheduleThe sport of college football is driven in large part by upsets. Every week it seems as if a nationally-ranked team stubs its toe against an inferior opponent.

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Ross Watson brings unique perspective - and personality - to the Cyclones' defensive staff - Cyclone FanaticIowa State defensive passing game coordinator Ross Watson makes a point in practice. Photo courtesy Iowa State Athletics. AMES - Iowa State's first-year defensive passing game coordinator Ross Watson's heavily-inked arms, bald head, and flowing beard tells you everything you need to know about

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How former Cyclones performed in Week 3 of the NFL PreseasonYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Former Texas Tech DT Skyler Gill-Howard has Detroit Lions fans ravingThough it might be tough to imagine the 2025 Texas Tech defense being much better than it was, Red Raider fans will always wonder what it would have looked like

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ESPN video proves Texas Tech now moves the needle in college footballFor years, all Texas Tech football fans wanted was for the national media to acknowledge our team's existence. Now, after just one season of going all-in as a

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Reloaded Texas Tech is poised to continue defensive dominance in 2026Fans of a certain age may not remember that there was once a time when Texas Tech football was synonymous with rugged defense. In fact, during the Spike Dykes

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Texas Tech alum Terence Steele struggling to hold on to starting job in DallasWe often think about NFL training camps as a time when players come from the ranks of the unknown to claim important roles or even starting jobs on Sundays. Ho

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Position Preview: Special Teams - Cyclone FanaticSpecial 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 kickers in the Big 12 and one of the conference's most dangerous return men.

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Victory Day is a special day for "loud" returning ISU safety Drew Surges - Cyclone FanaticNov 29, 2025; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma State Cowboys wide receiver Sam Jackson V (18) is tackled by Iowa State Cyclones defensive back Drew Surges (29) during the second half at Boone Pickens Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images AMES - "Loud" That's the high-dec

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Position Preview: Safeties - Cyclone FanaticIowa 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.

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CFB's Top Returning Players 🌟Best QBs, WRs and more in 2026 📲

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Big 12 To Ban Pro AthletesConference following Big Ten and SEC's ruling to stop pro players returning to college

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Will new Big 12 Pro-Player ban impact two important Texas Tech athletes?As the controversy over professional players returning to college athletics continues to rage, the Big 12 has released new rules to prevent that practice. Now,

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Top recruit in nation reaffirms Texas Tech commitment despite LSU's pushTexas Tech football fans can breathe a sigh of relief. That's because the nation's top 2027 recruit is staying true to his commitment to the Red Raiders. Desp

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5-Star DL Ends Recruitment ⭐Top recruit Jalen Brewster doubles down on pledge to Texas Tech (Rivals)

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Position Preview: Cornerbacks - Cyclone FanaticIowa State's cornerback room may be one of the most important position groups on the entire roster this season.

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Texas Tech lands former starting QB from high-profile program to be 2026 backupWith the Texas Tech football season just ten days away, head coach Joey McGuire and his staff have made another significant investment in the 2026 roster. Wedn

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Castellanos Commits To TTUFormer FSU QB attempting to continue CFB career with eligibility pending (ESPN)

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Iowa State's young running backs are eager to prove doubters wrong - Cyclone FanaticIowa State's Arnold Barnes (pictured) is one of several Cyclone backs eager to prove doubters wrong this season. He transferred in from Tulane. Photo courtesy Iowa State Athletics. AMES - Aiden Flora felt a bit ornery. Grumpy, even. Full of energy but limited in practice. The former Iowa St

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Joey McGuire weighs in on controversial trend of recruiting NFL players The world of college football continues to be the wild, wild west of sports. As if all of the player movement, NIL payments, and fifth-year eligibility rules h

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Sorting every Iowa State completion since 2000 from 3,982 yards to 147 players. 42 miles of air. Starting with the historic 2000 bowl-winning season, explore the beautiful history of Iowa State’s passing game.

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Texas Tech football beats out blue bloods for elite 2028 offensive tackleTexas Tech's dynamic recruiting duo is at it again. Head coach Joey McGuire and General Manager James Blanchard have proven to be arguably the best recruiting

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Watch QB coach Keith Heckendorf and SAM/Nickels coach Ross Watson at Tuesday's Availability - Cyclone FanaticIowa 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 offense. Heckendorf also shares how his downfield passing ability is developing and what role the of QB running game can provide. Heckendorf weighs

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ISU QB Jaylen Raynor's thriving in the "eye of the Cyclone" as he adapts to new system - Cyclone FanaticIowa State quarterback Jaylen Raynor throws during a recent practice. Photo by Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic. AMES - Iowa State's first-year quarterbacks coach Keith Heckendorf addressed the misconception in detail - and with a wry grin on his face. Yes, the Cyclones' first-year offens

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Joey McGuire needs to stop commenting on Brendan Sorsby sagaIn his iconic song, The Gambler, the late country singer Kenny Rogers gave sage advice when he sang the famous lines, "You got to know when to hold 'em. Know w

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Position Preview: Linebackers - Cyclone FanaticIowa 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 and several other returning players stayed in Ames, while Jimmy Rogers added a group of transfers who bring production from several levels o

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Texas Tech Lands 5-Star OT ⭐Austin Attalah commits to Red Raiders over USC and Texas (Rivals)

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Position Preview: Defensive Line - Cyclone FanaticWe'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 than the defensive line. With Jimmy Rogers and Jesse Bobbit bringing a new defensive philosophy to Ames, the Cyclones completely reshaped th

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How former Cyclones performed in Week 2 of the NFL PreseasonYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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PETERSON: Thankfully Iowa State's Victory Day didn't enter the transfer portal - Cyclone FanaticAugust 2019 - Ames, Iowa: A Victory Day participant runs with the football as Iowa State players, including quarterback Brock Purdy (15), cheer her on during the Cyclones' annual Victory Day at Jack Trice Stadium. (Photo by Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic) Amid all the Iowa State football chan

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CFB's Best Defensive Duos 🤩The nation's best defensive pairings heading into the 2026 season 📲

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Nation's top overall recruit set to decide between Texas Tech and LSUTexas Tech football is fishing in deeper waters than ever before when it comes to high school recruiting. With that, though, comes the task of fending off some

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Hope springs eternal - as always - for ISU's talented, but patchwork O-line - Cyclone FanaticOffensive lineman Maasai King in action. Photo courtesy of Iowa State Athletics. AMES - The raw pieces on Iowa State's almost completely new offensive line come from the Division II ranks, FCS programs, and a smattering of FBS powers, too. It's first-year offensive line coach Jake Thornton

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Texas Tech football commit has jaw-dropping 99-yard TD run The Texas Tech football program is recruiting at an unprecedented level over the past two classes. In fact, the 2027 class is shaping up to be the best the Red

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Proof that Texas Tech is set to dominate the Big 12 for the foreseeable futureTexas Tech is set up to dominate the Big 12 for years to come, and a recent social media graphic shows why.

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ESPN's Kirk Herbstreit hypes up Texas Tech QB Will Hammond ahead of 2026 seasonMany Texas Tech fans complain that the national media has a bias against the Red Raiders. Certainly, there have been more than a few pundits eager to take shot

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Texas Tech football expected to land transfer QB from Power-4 conferenceIt is being reported that the Texas Tech football team is close to adding a former starting QB to its roster for 2026.

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Texas Tech misses the mark with attempt to keep "The Jones" nickname aliveTexas Tech should be applauded for trying to keep the Jones family name alive in its football stadium, but there has to be a better way to do it than this.

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Explosive ISU EDGE Isaac "Bobby" Terrell's powerful motor "only knows go" - Cyclone FanaticIowa State defensive end Isaac "Bobby" Terrell gets after it in fall practice in August of 2026. Photo courtesy Iowa State Athletics. AMES - When Isaac "Bobby" Terrell looked in the mirror as a freshman at Washington State, he didn't see an undersized and overlooked defensive lineman. The cu

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Texas Tech Football: Top 3 Things to Watch in 2026There isn’t a Big 12 football program with a bigger target on its back than the Texas Tech Red Raiders. The Preseason AP Top 25 tapped Joey McGuire‘s program at No. 12 in the nation after a crushing defeat at the hands of Oregon in last year’s College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Orange Bowl […]

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New Mahomes x Tech Uniforms 🤠Latest collab between Chiefs QB and alma mater 📸

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Texas Tech football sees surprising position battle emerge on offenseThough most people thought they knew what the Texas Tech offensive line would look like, an upstart contender has emerged to challenge for a starting spot.

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MEDIA DAY: ISU pledges to "bring the juice" in head coach Jimmy Rogers' first season - Cyclone FanaticIowa State head football coach Jimmy Rogers looks on at a recent fall practice. Photo courtesy Iowa State Athletics. AMES - Position battles continue apace. Fall camp has hit its final stages. And the Sept. 5 Iowa State season opener against Southeast Missouri State is so tantalizingly close, t

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Complete Big 12 Preview 📝Top contenders, biggest games and more 📲

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David Bailey hype runs wild as Texas Tech product dominates NY Jets' training campDavid Bailey could be the first of many Texas Tech defensive players to make a splash in the NFL in upcoming seasons.

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Position Preview: Offensive Line - Cyclone FanaticAs 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. The Cyclones enter the season with a new quarterback taking over, plenty of skill talent around him, and an offensive line that looks significa

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B/R's Preseason CFB Top 25 📊Where did AP poll get it wrong? Full rankings and analysis 📲

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Texas Tech football right where it needs to be in first AP poll of the 2026 seasonMonday, the college football offseason calendar passed another important marker when the preseason Associated Press Poll was released. To no one's surprise, th

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Preseason 2026 AP Poll: Top Big 12 Football TakeawaysThe 2026 preseason college football AP Poll dropped on Monday, and there wasn’t much in the way of “shockers” on this list. The Big 12 Conference ended up exactly where I expected it to. I sent out my Monday morning newsletter with a prediction that Texas Tech would end up between 10-15, BYU between 14-17 […]

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Biggest AP Poll Takeaways 📈💪 Big Ten flexing 😤 SEC is deep 📲 Breaking down preseason Top 25

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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 - Cyclone FanaticIowa 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 provides and more. https://youtu.be/0Ve1WCnrjGM Iowa State defensive line coach Jalon Bibbs shares about the unit's depth and versatili

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Position Preview: Tight Ends - Cyclone FanaticWe'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, we'll continue our position-by-position preview series as we work through the roster. We've already covered the quarterbacks, running backs,

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CFP Bracket Outlook 🔍How the playoff shakes out based on the preseason rankings 📲

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How former Cyclones performed in Week 1 of the NFL PreseasonYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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🚨 First CFB AP Poll of SeasonOhio State No. 1 in preseason rankings. See where your team stands 📲

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AP Top 25 Preseason Poll PredictionsHow the rankings could shake out ahead of season openers 📲

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Joey McGuire doesn't hold back when talking about offseason criticsJoey McGuire is not happy about those who criticized his program's handling of the Brendan Sorsby drama, and that could give his team an extra edge.

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Monday Musings: Predicting every game of 2026 - Cyclone FanaticJimmy 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 show that. This team is capable of some upsets and also capable of losing to teams they should not lose to.

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Important Texas Tech weapon shows off his strength at first fall scrimmageSaturday, the Texas Tech football team held the first scrimmage of fall camp, and an often overlooked Red Raider reminded everyone why he's such a great weapon

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Texas Tech football alums make jaw-dropping catches in NFL preseason gamesWhile we wait for the start of the Texas Tech football season, Red Raider fans are keeping an eye on the NFL preseason games to see how the program's alums are

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Iowa State Football 2026 Offensive Player of the Year PredictionYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Iowa State WR Cody Jackson overcomes life-threatening illness - Cyclone FanaticIowa State wide receiver Cody Jackson (2) catches a ball during Iowa State's open practice on Aug. 8, 2026. (Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic) Iowa State wide receiver Cody Jackson is a journeyman in his sixth season of college football. The sport has completely changed since 2021, but not more

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The Texas Tech football team could be even better in 2026 and here's whyAs we burn through the sweltering dog days of August, football-rabid fans are counting down to September 5, when the Texas Tech football team returns to action.

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Iowa State Football: Top 3 Things to Watch in 2026It’s a time of change for Iowa State football. A proven winner, Matt Campbell, has moved on to the Big Ten, and Jamie Pollard landed Jimmy Rogers for the head coaching job before subsequently resigning as the school’s athletic director. By all counts, Iowa State isn’t expected to compete with the 8-4 finish in Campbell’s […]

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Power 4 Teams with the Softest Schedules 🗓️Texas Tech, more squads with soft roads 📲

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Versatile ISU cornerback Seth Johnson's on a mission for "multiple" picks - Cyclone FanaticIowa State cornerback Seth Johnson prepares to work in a recent practice. Photo courtesy Iowa State Athletics. AMES - Iowa State cornerback Seth Johnson intercepted four passes in high school. He turned two of those into touchdowns. But the bulked-up 5-10, 180-ish-pound redshirt sophomo

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Position Preview: Wide Receivers - Cyclone FanaticAs 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 lost plenty of experience from last year's team, but they've also rebuilt the room through the transfer portal and have several young players r

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WATCH Derrick Sherman, Mike Banks, Cody Jackson and Seth Johnson at Thursday's availability - Cyclone FanaticIowa 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 for freshmen to find the field at the P4 level and the adjustments he's seen the young guys makes.

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WATCH Jimmy Rogers Fall Camp Midweek Availability - Cyclone FanaticIowa 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 defense. Rogers also updates which players are battling injuries and when they will be expected back.

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PHOTO GALLERY: Inside Iowa State football's open practice - Cyclone FanaticAMES - 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 Jimmy Rogers and the Cyclones continue preparing for the season at the Johnny Majors Practice Complex.

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Position Preview: Quarterbacks - Cyclone FanaticWe'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 familiarize yourself with the team, we'll be rolling out position previews leading up to the start of the 2026 season.

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Iowa State LB Sullivan Schlimgen's "full circle moment" spanned 1,520 miles - Cyclone FanaticBy Rob Gray, correspondent AMES - Iowa State linebacker Sullivan Schlimgen's self-described "full circle moment" came with a 1,520 mile-long plot twist. That's the road-mapped distance between Pullman, Wash., and ISU's campus - and it's a path the former Sioux Falls O'Gorman standout unexpec

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How to best experience a college football game at Iowa StateYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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WATCH DC Jesse Bobbit, LB Sullivan Schlimgen and DL Bryson Lamb at Monday's availability - Cyclone FanaticIowa 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? Bobbit also explains how they've implemented the nickel look and how it changes the role of the linebackers.

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Joey McGuire is Embracing His Evil Empire Status at Texas TechWe are just weeks away from the college football season kicking off, and if there was ever a doubt that Joey McGuire was embracing Texas Tech as the “evil empire” of college football, well, think again. McGuire reportedly said recently during a meeting, “We’re the most hated team in college football. And I absolutely love […]

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PETERSON: Iowa State needs QB Jaylen Raynor in all situations - Cyclone FanaticAug. 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 Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic) You've heard the line about a football coach being defined by the results of his fourth-down decisions, ri

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Monday Musings: Calm before the Storm - Cyclone FanaticIowa 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 one.

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1 Word for Every Top 25 Team 🗣️Breaking down 2026 expectations for the nation's best squads 📲

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Big 12 Buzz: Fall Camp Time - Cyclone FanaticWith 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 TCU faces the fighting Bill Belichicks who seemingly can't get out of their own way when it comes to off the field drama.

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ISU OC Tyler Roehl will find out "who's about it" when pads start popping on Friday - Cyclone FanaticIowa State offensive coordinator Tyler Roehl talks to the media on Aug. 6, 2026 in Ames, Iowa. Photo (screenshot) courtesy Iowa State Athletics. AMES - It's easy to exude toughness when running around, sans shoulder pads, making plays without the threat of contact. But once the hitting star

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WATCH OC Tyler Roehl, QB Jaylen Raynor, TE Tyler Fortenberry at Thursday's availability - Cyclone FanaticIowa 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 he learned in the NFL, talk about the importance of Jaylen Raynor's leadership and what his long relationship is with Jimmy Rogers. https

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PETERSON: Where Iowa ranks among Iowa State's toughest opponents - Cyclone FanaticSept. 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 Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic) Three weeks after exploring Iowa State's five (allegedly) easiest football opponents for 2026, it's time

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ISU head coach Jimmy Rogers seeks to build "competitive maturity" as fall camp unfolds - Cyclone FanaticJimmy Rogers is introduced as Iowa State's next head football coach by Jamie Pollard in December, 2025. Photo by Jacqueline Cordova AMES - Exuberant cries erupted from the mouths of several Iowa State football players after the conclusion of Wednesday morning's practice. And their first-year

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WATCH Jimmy Rogers' Fall Camp Opening Press Conference - Cyclone FanaticJimmy Rogers held his first press conference of fall camp on day one of practice.

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Earliest Test for Top CFP Contenders 🧪Outlining the first obstacles in 2026 for Oregon, more 📲

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Predicting the 2026 Iowa State Football Season: The Jimmy Rogers Era BeginsYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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CFB AP Top 25 Predictions 🔮Latest picks after release of first coaches poll 📲

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Experts React to CFB Coaches PollTap for best reactions from Tuesday's release 📲

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First CFB Coaches Poll 🔢Ohio State opens as No. 1 in preseason rankings 📲

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Iowa State sets home men’s wrestling opponents for 2026-27 seasonYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Rachel Van Gorp represents Cyclones on AVCA preseason watch listYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Top 25 CFB Coach's Poll Predictions 🔮Latest picks before Tuesday's poll drop 📲

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Madden NFL 27 database reveals ratings for 21 former Iowa State standoutsYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Media Days Takeaways 📝Breaking down talking points from across the CFB landscape ➡️

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Seven home games in 2027, Iowa State adjusts football schedulesYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Iowa State football announces scheduling updates - Cyclone FanaticThe following is a press release from Iowa State Athletics FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2026 AMES, Iowa - The Iowa State athletics department has announced alterations to future football schedules, including dates for an anticipated extension of the Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series to 2031 and th

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Vinton-Shellsburg alumna Chloe Sanders to wrestle for the CyclonesYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Leach adds 4 to Iowa State’s 2026-27 swim and dive rosterYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Every Iowa State season sack leader since 2000Your best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Iowa State and Iowa working on agreement to play the Cy-Hawk Football game through 2031, per Ben Hutchens - Cyclone FanaticIowa State offensive lineman hold up the Cy-Hawk trophy following a 16-13 win over Iowa in 2025. Photo by Jacqueline Cordova. Iowa State and Iowa are currently working on an agreement to play the Cy-Hawk Football game through 2031, per Ben Hutchens of the Quad City Times.

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Rookie Madden Ratings 🎮Jeremiyah Love, Caleb Downs headline top rooks 📸

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Cowboys Interest in Sorsby 👀Dallas viewed former Texas Tech QB as developmental option this summer (ESPN)

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PETERSON: Iowa State football won't be as bad as predicted, plus Big 12 outlook for 2026 - Cyclone FanaticApril 25, 2026 - Ames, Iowa: Iowa State football players break down a team huddle during the Cyclones' spring showcase at Jack Trice Stadium. (Photo by Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic) So, Iowa State football is finishing last in the 16-team Big 12 Conference, say offseason prediction markets.

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PETERSON: Iowa State starting QB history includes a few pros, a few runners, and many passers - Cyclone FanaticApril 25, 2026 - Ames, Iowa: Iowa State quarterback Jaylen Raynor looks to pass during the Cyclones' spring showcase at Jack Trice Stadium. (Photo by Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic) When Jaylen Raynor starts on Sept. 5 against Southeast Missouri, he will be Iowa State's 14th different opening

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CFB Fantasy Postion Guide ✍️Breaking down the best picks at each skill position ➡️

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Iowa State women’s wrestling adds a trio of transfersIowa State bolsters its women’s wrestling roster with three transfers, including an NAIA All-American and multiple state champions

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NCAA Sends Cincinnati Inquiry Letter on SorsbyGoverning body reportedly wants to know what school knew about former QB's gambling issues (AP)

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Coach Rogers outlines vision for Iowa State footballEighty-four new players, zero excuses. Coach Jimmy Rogers breaks down his ‘toughness’ blueprint for Iowa State and why ISU is built to win now. Read more.

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Watch Jimmy Rogers and players at Big 12 Media Day - Cyclone FanaticIn his first Big 12 Media Day, head coach Jimmy Rogers brought five players down to Frisco ahead of the 2026 season. Watch everything Rogers, quarterback Jaylen Raynor, running back Aiden Flora, defensive end Isaac Terrell, cornerback David Coffey and kicker Kyle Konrardy said on Wednesday morning.

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PETERSON: The Big 12's 10-year makeover is an eye-opener - Cyclone FanaticJul 9, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Big 12 Conference commissioner Brett Yormark speaks to the media during the Big 12 Media Days at Allegiant Stadium.

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2027 WR Chuck Alexander Jr. flips from Louisville to Iowa StateFollowing a June camp in Ames, the Withrow University High School Tiger flipped from Louisville to Iowa State according to Allen Trieu.

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REPORT: 4-star WR Chuck Alexander Jr. flips from Louisville to Iowa State - Cyclone FanaticIowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers' 2027 recruiting class received a big boost Friday afternoon, as Allen Trieu of On3 and Rivals announced four-star wide receiver Chuck Alexander Jr. has flipped him commitment from Louisville to the Cyclones. Alexander, a 6-2, 188-pound playmaker from Cincinnat

What's Next For Sorsby 🤔

James Palmer provides other avenues for former Texas Tech QB

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CFL Won't Take Sorsby ❌League says no team can sign QB in effort to uphold 'integrity'

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CFB 27's Top Defensive Players 💪Leonard Moore and Colin Simmons lead the way in ratings

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Texas Tech leads the Lone Star State with 12 DCTF All-Texas selectionsIt looks like Joey McGuire and the Texas Tech Red Raiders are making a pretty significant splash yet again. The Texas Tech football team is looking pretty flush

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FBS Committee Proposes Changes to Transfer PortalFull details on proposal inside 📲

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No NFL Supplemental DraftBrendan Sorsby will have to wait until 2027 to enter league

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CFB 27's Top 10 Units 🔢Offensive and defensive rankings in latest edition. See here 📲

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Predicting Every Top 25 Team's Starting QB 🔮Breaking down the impending battles and surefire QB1s ➡️

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CFB 27's 'Toughest' Stadiums 😈- No. 1 LSU - No. 2 OSU - No. 3 Penn State - No. 4 UGA - No. 5 Bama Full top 20 here 📲

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Texas Tech’s 5-star recruiting battle vs LSU has college football fans talkingIt sure looks like Lane Kiffin and the LSU Tigers aren’t thrilled that Joey McGuire and the Texas Tech Red Raiders have a commitment from a 5-star for the 2027

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Jets Not Sorsby ContenderNY doesn't 'want to deal with' saga that unfolded with Texas Tech QB (ESPN)

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Texas Tech fans aren’t sweating as LSU tries to flip 5-star Anthony SweeneyEven as Lane Kiffin and the LSU Tigers continue their pursuit of trying to flip one of Texas Tech’s highest rated recruits in the 2027 recruiting cycle, it look

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Iowa State football picks up flips and commitsYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Looks like Lane Kiffin and LSU aren’t done trying to flip a Texas Tech 5-star commitOkay, well, there’s no way to dance around this one. Anthony Sweeney (a 5-star edge prospect from Maryland who happens to be committed to play for Joey McGuire

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Latest On Sorsby Landing SpotQB being valued as 2nd or 3rd round pick in supplemental draft (ESPN)

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Breaking NewsBrendan Sorsby drops lawsuit against NCAA after getting an injunction to play despite gambling (AP)

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Cyclones bring energy and mentorship to Des Moines youthIowa State football players mentor youth at a Boys & Girls Club clinic. See their day of drills and leadership as they give back to the community.

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Projecting Top D-Lines in 2026 🔮Oregon, Notre Dame, more of the nation's best units ➡️

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Breaking NewsUniversity of Cincinnati disputes agent's claim the school knew about Brendan Sorsby's gambling (AP)

Brendan Sorsby's NFL Future 🔮

James Palmer breaks down the supplemental draft route for former Texas Tech QB