Iowa State Builds New 2026 Football Roster from Scratch Under Coach Jimmy Rogers
With most players newcomers and no returning starters, Iowa State’s 2026 squad is forging a culture of selflessness and collective success under Coach Jimmy Rogers.
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With most players newcomers and no returning starters, Iowa State’s 2026 squad is forging a culture of selflessness and collective success under Coach Jimmy Rogers.

The arrival of Matt Campbell marks a pivotal shift for the Nittany Lions, blending Big 12 defensive expertise with a roster reshaped by transfers and early‑season challenges.

Iowa State University has announced the addition of Allan Hanson to its men’s basketball coaching staff, where he will oversee guard development and contribute to the program’s defensive identity under head coach Greg Otzelberger.

After battling a hand injury that limited him to a single season, Anisi Purcell is poised to anchor BYU’s interior defense alongside Keanu Tanuvasa and Justin Kirkland.

With 14 players already on the roster and a new five‑year eligibility rule in play, the Cyclones are prioritizing team chemistry over adding another scholarship player.

The Hawkeyes will tackle a demanding slate of games, from UConn and Vanderbilt to rivalry matchups, as they seek to gel a revamped roster before the Big Ten season.

After missing spring practice with injuries, USC's key cornerbacks are now cleared for fall camp, joining a secondary that aims to anchor the Trojans' title aspirations.

From neon jerseys to flag‑laden kits, several programs stumbled when bold aesthetics overrode tradition, sparking backlash and memorable critiques.

Michigan will meet Penn State on October 17, 2026, in a game that could define the Big Ten playoff race. Under first‑year head coach Matt Campbell, the Nittany Lions are reshaping their roster with key transfers and a favorable schedule, aiming to turn a 7‑6 season into a championship push.

The universities announced a revised schedule that runs the Cy-Hawk series through 2031, with games rotating between Iowa City and Ames each second Saturday of September.

Iowa State Athletics reveals a sweeping revision of its football schedule from 2026 through 2031, featuring venue changes, back‑to‑back rivalry games and an extended Cy‑Hawk Series contract.

The Cyclones are poised to build on last season’s success, hosting Purdue at Hilton Coliseum and counting on a breakout year from guard Killyan Toure as they navigate a tough Big 12 slate.

Iowa State has added a seventh home game in 2027, moved its series with Iowa through 2031, and repositioned Tulane games to the opening weeks of the 2028 and 2029 seasons.
A look at the talent, transfers, and expectations surrounding Penn State’s tight ends as the Nittany Lions prepare for the new campaign.
Iowa State expects transfer guard Tre Singleton to play a pivotal role this season, leveraging a proven development model that has attracted talent like him.

The National Association of Basketball Coaches recognized three Central College players for their academic and athletic achievements, while the program secured its fifth consecutive Team Academic Excellence Award.

A recent survey maps the primary sports passions of the nation's leading colleges, revealing how football and basketball shape tradition, fan devotion and institutional pride across campuses from the East Coast to the West Coast.
Purdue's men's basketball team will host Colorado in the Indy Classic on Dec. 19, highlighting a family matchup and a schedule packed with top‑100 opponents.

The Colorado Buffaloes will meet the Purdue Boilermakers in the Indy Classic on Dec. 19, 2026, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, a game that blends family ties, competitive ambition, and a test before Big 12 play.

As the opener approaches, Penn State’s offseason reveals a flurry of player movement, a top‑20 NIL budget, and ambitions to seat 109,000 fans in State College.

Quarterback Jaylen Raynor, who transferred from Arkansas State, has been named a nominee for the 2026 AFCA Good Works Team, highlighting his community service in Ames and beyond

Iowa State University announces the launch of single-game football ticket sales and parking passes on July 23 at 10 a.m., offering a range of pricing tiers and online purchase pathways.

The University of Michigan has appointed Mike Boynton Jr. as its new men's basketball head coach, tapping an insider who helped guide the team to a 2026 national title.

With a combined weight exceeding 5,900 pounds and an average height of 6‑5, Penn State’s offensive line enters the 2026 season as one of the most formidable units in college football, featuring a mix of established starters and emerging talent.