My thoughts on Matt Campbell to Penn State: I’m not going to lie — the last 36 hours have been gut‑wrenching and saddening to say the least. The man who lifted Iowa State Football to heights we never thought possible is gone in the blink of an eye, and that man is Matt Campbell. It’s impossible to fully capture what Campbell has meant to Iowa State since arriving in Ames in 2015. He is, without question, the greatest coach to ever lead an athletic program at Iowa State University. In 10 years, he became the all‑time winningest coach in school history, took two teams to the Big 12 Title game when no one believed it could be done, delivered a school‑record 11 wins in 2024, and so much more. He and his staff brought in incredible players, coaches, and families who forever changed the fabric of Cyclone football. We got to witness unforgettable moments: the 2017 team that put Iowa State on the national scale, the 2020 squad that shattered expectations, and the 2024 team that will forever be remembered as the best in school history. And through every storm in college athletics, Campbell stayed. He chose Iowa State when he could have left countless times, and for that, #cyclONEnation and I will always be grateful. Yes, it hurts to see him leave for Penn State. But more than anything, I feel appreciation. He owes Iowa State nothing, and we owe him everything. His loyalty, his passion, his belief in this place — they were second to none. I’ll be cheering for him and his staff in Happy Valley, and I hope they reach the mountaintop someday. Thank you @ISUMattCampbell. Thank you for all the countless memories and moments you brought to our lives. I can't wait to see the statue we build for you in Ames, Iowa, someday. But as one chapter closes, another begins. A new era is here in Ames with Jimmy Rogers taking the reins as head coach. The foundation Campbell built is strong, and now it’s Rogers’ time to lead the program forward. The future of Cyclone football is still bright, and I cannot wait to see where this journey takes us all. Thanks for following along to all of our coverage @cyclonefanatic. We will bring it to you all in the coming days. Love you, Cyclone Nation. You guys are what is still great about college sports. Best fanbase in the country, hands down. 📸: Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune/USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

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Three-star cornerback Shahariam Thurston flips from Colorado State to Iowa State following his official visit to Ames. cyclonefanatic.com/2026/06/t…

Iowa State lands a commitment from five-star kicker Williams Bowers. The 2027 commit is rated as the No. 12 kicker in his class by Kohl's. cyclonefanatic.com/2026/06/2…

I had a great time on my official visit to Iowa State University! @CycloneFB #commited

100% Committed!!!🌪️ I want to thank my family for all of the guidance and support through this recruitment process. I also want to thank all of the Coaches that have helped me through this process. I am so blessed by the lord and savior Jesus Christ to earn this opportunity. After lots of thoughts and prayers I have decided to be an Iowa State Cyclone! #Cyclones #gocyclones @CycloneFB @CycloneATH @ISURogers3 @CoachRobGrande @Coach_Pavlik @CoachStuddISU @andy_lucas98 @EwaldTaylor @JamesWilhoit25 @FentressKicking @CoachSeibert43 @KohlsHighlights @IowaStateNation @goiowastate @WideRtNattyLt @5StarPreps @CSmithScout

With his aggressive series of minor-league promotions to boost the lineup, Chaim Bloom has created a new “Memphis Mafia” for the #STLCards offense. And it’s fabulous.

RECRUITING: Four-star SF Jack Kohnen, the No. 81 overall prospect in the 2027 class out of Slinger, Wisconsin, has committed to ISU. Kohnen helped lead Slinger High School to its first state tournament appearance in nearly 50 years. - Third top-100 commitment in the Cyclones' 2027 class - Joins four-stars Donovan Davis and Josiah Harrington - Gives T.J. Otzelberger three top-100 pledges in the cycle More: cyclonefanatic.com/2026/06/i…

BREAKING: Iowa State earns commitment from 2027 4-star forward Jack Kohnen. He picked the Cyclones after also considering Nebraska and Iowa. cyclonefanatic.com/2026/06/i…

Our guy Jack Kohnen has committed to playing college basketball at Iowa State! Jack is the 2nd D1 scholarship basketball player from Slinger and the first to go to a Power 5 school! We are so proud of you, Jack! #Family

Jack Kohnen commits to Iowa State. He’s the sixth Top-15 recruit from Wisconsin to commit to Iowa State since 2021. Another four-star for T.J. Otzelberger’s No. 1 ranked 2027 class.

NEWS: 4⭐️ Jack Kohnen, the No. 31 overall recruit in the 2027 class, has committed to Iowa State, he tells @Rivals. The 6-6 small forward ultimately picked the Cyclones after also considering Nebraska and Iowa. Read: on3.com/rivals/news/four-sta…

JORDAN WALKER!!!

After a great conversation with @ISURogers3 and @RickyCiccone I am blessed to receive my 2nd D1 offer from Iowa State! @CycloneFB

Not a soccer fan but pumped to watch the boys tonight 🇺🇸 ‼️

Chaim Bloom is unreal man. This is so awesome.

For your Friday viewing pleasure.

Should be a fun show today! 🇺🇸 🎙️ AD has the conn.

“Brendan made a mistake. We acknowledge that. Mistakes have consequences.” A two game suspension is quite the consequence when others in the state of Iowa lost their eligibility for doing what Sorsby did at a much, much lower scale. What a joke.

Old Hilton ticket office and stairs are gone.

I’m 🏠 for the weekend 🌪️🌪️🌪️ @ISURogers3 @CoachSherms @J_Menage3 @Coach_Roehl @RickyCiccone @andy_lucas98 @pburton933 @CycloneFB