
Iowa State Cyclones Eye 2026 Bowl Contention with Fresh Coaching Direction and Transfer Additions
The Iowa State Cyclones are targeting a 2026 bowl game under new head coach Jimmy Rogers, bolstered by key transfers and returning standouts.
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The Iowa State Cyclones are targeting a 2026 bowl game under new head coach Jimmy Rogers, bolstered by key transfers and returning standouts.

The promotion of Matt Murken follows a breakthrough season in which the Coyotes ranked among the nation’s top offensive teams, and his influence is already evident in the development of All‑Summit League honorees.

After a standout 2025‑26 campaign that saw the Coyotes average 79.6 points per game, Matt Murken’s promotion to associate head coach signals a continued push for national relevance.

A Colorado federal judge's ruling grants a fifth year of eligibility to all 2022 high school graduates who exhausted their four-year college eligibility by spring 2026, opening a narrow transfer portal window that UNC Basketball is exploiting to address frontcourt needs.

From tight ends coach to offensive coordinator and now associate head coach, Tim Morrison’s trajectory reflects a blend of strategic growth and family support that could shape the next chapter for South Dakota football.
A breakout 2025 campaign propelled L.J. Phillips Jr. to national acclaim, highlighted by a record‑setting rush total, a deep playoff run, and a move to the University of Iowa.

After a promising special‑teams showing, Aiden Flora is set to become a central figure in Iowa State's offense next year, as the new coaching staff earmarks him for increased carries and a key role amid a wave of roster turnover.

The Hawkeyes’ latest recruiting haul brings a potent mix of speed, power and veteran savvy, setting the stage for a competitive 2026 season.

After the departure of head coach Matt Campbell and the majority of last season’s roster, Iowa State turns to the transfer portal to assemble a revamped squad. New arrivals such as quarterback Jaylen Raynor, defensive lineman Isaac Terrell, and wide receiver Omari Hayes are expected to shape the Cyclones’ fortunes in 2026.

After losing head coach Matt Campbell and several players, Iowa State is counting on new defensive linemen and coach Jimmy Rogers to steer the team toward a competitive 2026 campaign.

After a turbulent offseason that saw head coach Matt Campbell exit and key players leave, Iowa State taps Washington State alumnus Jimmy Rogers and a quartet of defensive linemen to reshape its fortunes.

After losing head coach Matt Campbell and key players, Iowa State taps former FCS standouts and new head coach Jimmy Rogers to reshape its 2026 lineup, betting that lower‑division talent can thrive at the Power Four level.
The Coyotes are reshaping their roster with key additions and departures, hoping to translate depth into another winning season.