Cyclones Open Their 2027 Recruiting Door
Iowa State Cyclones football is gearing up for a busy stretch of official visits as the 2027 recruiting cycle moves into high gear, with a slate of prospects scheduled to arrive on campus throughout May and June.
The visits are more than just campus tours; they represent a coordinated effort by the coaching staff to showcase the program’s facilities, academic offerings, and the vibrant student life that awaits the next generation of Cyclones.
May 28: A Flood of Talent
On May 28 the Cyclones will host a cluster of top prospects, including three‑star running back Isaiah Hansen from Newton, Iowa, who is already committed to Iowa State, and three‑star wide receiver Brian Manuel of Humble, Texas.
Also arriving that day are Jason Wooden from McKinney, Texas, a three‑star wide receiver, and Joe Vinyard of Waukee, Iowa, a three‑star tight end who has pledged to the Cyclones.
The roster continues with Alijah Shaw of Leawood, Kansas, a three‑star offensive lineman, Koen Hinzman from Hudson, Michigan, a three‑star lineman and commit, Gavin Ericson‑Staton of Lombard, Illinois, another three‑star lineman, Will Slagle from Grinnell, Iowa, Drew Aagesen of Goodrich, Michigan, Zivad Robinson of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Ryan Paulsen of DeWitt, Iowa, Chris Wilson of Muncie, Indiana, Olayiwola Taiwo from Hampton, Georgia, Caleb Jordan of Chandler, Arizona, Roman Combs of West Chester, Ohio, Logan DeBose of Houston, Texas, and Jordan Crider of Middletown, Ohio.
The depth of talent on that single day underscores the Cyclones’ ability to attract prospects from across the country, ranging from edge rushers like Kameron Roberson of Cypress, Texas, to cornerbacks such as Roman Combs.
June Highlights
June brings another wave of visitors, beginning with Kameron Roberson on June 8, followed by a high‑profile group on June 12 that includes quarterback Brodie Campbell of Newnan, Georgia, wide receiver and commit Bryson Thompson of San Antonio, Texas, linebacker Rome Ewell of Springtown, Texas, and cornerbacks J'Lynnd Kellow of Willis, Texas and Ke'Sean Williams of Orlando, Florida.
The final weekend of June will see additional prospects on campus, among them wide receiver Brooklyn Bailey of Littleton, Colorado, defensive lineman Carter Napier of Springboro, Ohio, defensive lineman Ahzan Bacote of San Antonio, safety Aiden Martin of San Antonio, wide receiver John Catlin IV of Denton, Texas, and receiver Ronnie Gomiller of East St. Louis, Illinois.
These visits not only provide the staff with a chance to evaluate skill sets but also allow prospects to experience the culture of Ames, from the historic campus architecture to the passionate fan base that fills Jack Trice Stadium on game days.
The coordinated schedule reflects a strategic approach to building a balanced 2027 class, mixing immediate impact players with developmental prospects, and reinforcing relationships with high schools across the Midwest and beyond.