Big 12 Standouts Emerge as NFL Draft Prospects
A look at the college players from across the Big 12 who are making early impressions as potential NFL Draft selections.
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A look at the college players from across the Big 12 who are making early impressions as potential NFL Draft selections.

Coach Jimmy Rogers' debut brings a revamped backfield and a smash‑mouth offensive identity to the Cyclones.

Cameron Pettaway, Iowa State’s dynamic running back, appears on the 2026 Paul Hornung Award watch list after a breakout season highlighted by national kick‑return leadership and versatile offensive contributions.

The Cyclones' coaching staff has released a detailed depth chart ahead of the season opener, pinpointing quarterbacks, running backs, receivers, and defensive anchors who will lead the team. Injuries and transfers add layers of uncertainty, especially at safety and linebacker.
A revamped defensive front, key transfers and a retooled special‑teams unit could finally translate Iowa State’s offseason work into on‑field pressure.
The Cyclones are evaluating a completely overhauled offense, from a freshman‑turned‑starter at quarterback to a deep group of newcomers at running back, receiver and tight end, as they prepare for the first game against Southeast Missouri at Jack Trice Stadium.
The Cyclones will open the 2026 campaign against a mix of FCS and Power Five opponents, featuring notable games against Iowa Hawkeyes, Utah Utes and BYU Cougars.

After Matt Campbell's departure for Penn State, Jimmy Rogers takes the helm as Iowa State prepares for a pivotal 2026 season, spotlighting five offensive standouts and the team's ambitions in the Big 12.

The Cyclones enter a pivotal 2026 season with a new head coach, a reshaped roster, and five essential offensive players poised to drive the team forward.

The University of Arizona’s football program looks ahead to a 2026 schedule that blends historic rivalries, new coaching directions and a roster bolstered by standout returning talent.

The Cyclones' offseason overhaul brings a new coaching staff, fresh faces and projected starters across offense, defense and special teams.

After a turbulent offseason that saw the departure of head coach Matt Campbell and a wave of player exits, Iowa State is being written off by many. Yet data and recent performance suggest the Cyclones should be ranked considerably higher than the 16th position they currently hold.

EA Sports has released its College Football 27 player rating list for the Iowa State Cyclones, highlighting elite performers, injury impacts, and the team's outlook for the upcoming season.

EA Sports has released the full rosters and player ratings for College Football 27, spotlighting Iowa State's key athletes and their expected impact on the upcoming season.
EA Sports’ upcoming College Football 27 game, slated for a July 9, 2026 launch, reveals updated team and player ratings. Iowa State’s overall score falls to 77, slipping from a top‑30 spot, while conference rivals like Texas Tech and BYU lead the Big 12 rankings. Individual Cyclone players also receive updated scores.

The Cyclones are set to travel to the Dallas Cowboys' practice facility for Big 12 Media Days as they unveil a ranked list of the 25 players expected to shape the 2026 campaign.

The Cyclones are set for a dramatic overhaul as veteran coach Jimmy Rogers takes the helm, bringing a championship pedigree and a completely new roster to Ames.

The Cyclones are set for a radical transformation as they enter 2026 with a new coaching staff, a completely new roster, and high hopes for a swift resurgence.
Kansas State’s defensive coordinator Jordan Peterson will confront a varied slate of attacks in 2026, from high‑powered aerial assaults to balanced ground games, shaping a pivotal season for the program.

Redshirt sophomore Cameron Pettaway, a transfer from Bowling Green, earned preseason watch‑list honors after a record‑setting 2025 campaign that saw him top the nation in kick‑return average.

After a promising freshman stint at Bowling Green, Cameron Pettaway is set to become the centerpiece of Iowa State’s rushing attack, but his ability to stay healthy and add touchdowns will determine the Cyclones’ offensive balance.

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.

After completing 15 spring practices, Iowa State identified several unexpected contributors, including walk‑on Aiden Flora, who shined as a punt returner and is now projected as a top‑three running back for the 2026 season

With the 2026 season on the horizon, West Virginia and Iowa State meet again in a series that’s dead‑locked at six wins each. New faces, fresh strategies and bold predictions set the stage for a game that could reshape both programs’ trajectories.