
Iowa State Cyclones’ 2026 Schedule: From Easy Openers to daunting Showdowns
The Cyclones open against SEMO and face a gauntlet of rivals, from Bowling Green to Oklahoma State, as the 2026 season unfolds.
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The Cyclones open against SEMO and face a gauntlet of rivals, from Bowling Green to Oklahoma State, as the 2026 season unfolds.

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.

A new ranking evaluates how much patience each Power Four program will extend to its newest head coaches, weighing roster quality, NIL investment, portal activity and institutional urgency.

The latest post‑spring rankings highlight Texas Tech at No. 1, with BYU and Utah close behind, offering a glimpse into the dynamics shaping the Big 12 ahead of the fall.

The removal of the spring transfer portal window has left several top programs without a crucial avenue to fill key positions, prompting calls for its return.

A look at how early‑season expectations are reshaping the landscape for new coaches across the Power Four conferences.

The NCAA's elimination of the spring transfer portal window has forced Power Four teams to confront depth issues, injuries and uncertain quarterback situations, prompting calls for a mid‑season window.