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Senior offensive lineman Will Slagle, a farm‑raised athlete from Grinnell High School, has reaffirmed his commitment to Iowa State after a coaching change, while managing a serious foot injury and his responsibilities on the family farm.
Jake Taylor, a 6‑foot‑6, 310‑pound offensive tackle, is entering his final year of college football with a story defined by resilience. After missing most of the 2024 season and the entire 2025 campaign due to injuries, he has returned to Iowa State as a team captain, bringing leadership and depth to a revitalized offensive line under first‑year head coach Jimmy Rogers.
Iowa State Cyclones are intensifying their recruitment of Logansport offensive lineman RJ Clem, who weighs an official visit as the program battles for his commitment against several Power Conference rivals.
The Cyclones enter 2026 with a fresh head coach, an entirely new starting lineup and modest win projections, spotlighting three position groups that must improve.
Top-ranked offensive tackle Antijuan Wilkes Jr. is courted by dozens of programs, earning a $413,000 NIL valuation as he decides his college destination.