Jackson Pence

@CycloneFanatic: FB Recruiting/Staff Writer/Podcaster | CBB Enthusiast | "It's always a great day to be a Cyclone. Some days are better than others."

[Jackson Pence @JacksonLPence]

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

[Khyjahmee Ross @KhyjahmeeRoss]

#AGTG I’m blessed to receive an offer from the University of Iowa State @CoachSherms @coachsjacksonjr @TheBHanspardII @KWhitley20 @LancasterFBwebo @CycloneFB

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

Williams & Blum - June 3rd, 2026 https://t.co/XOdr3RmhhB

[Brady Reeves Class of 2028 | Tight End | D-End @Brady_Reeves18]

Thank you to the Iowa State coaching staff for a great day and camp! I’m am extremely excited to have received an offer and loved everything about Iowa State football!
@ISURogers3 @Coach_Roehl @CoachHestness @CycloneSB @RyanBurnsMN @PrepRedzoneMN @AllenTrieu @247recruiting

[jayden stephens | 3⭐️ WR | 2028 @jaydenstephenss]

good to be back in ames🌪️
unofficial 4.37 40 yd
official 10’4” broad jump
@ISURogers3 @CoachSherms

[Blake Moser @BlakeMoser8]

After a good camp and great conversation with @ISURogers3 & @CoachSherms I’m truly blessed to receive an offer from Iowa State University. Thank you Lord. @CycloneFB

[Asher Megonnell @AsherMegonnell]

After a great conversation with @ISURogers3 I am blessed to have earned my first division 1 offer to Iowa State University @CoachThornton61 @CoachCox65 @CycloneFB @andy_lucas98

[Teauariki Siaoloa @rikinflacademy]

Honoured and blessed to announce i have received a division 1 offer from the University of Iowa state 🧡‼️

@ISURogers3 @RickyCiccone @CoachBibbs52 @CKennedy247 @adamgorney @BrandonHuffman @CharlesPower @ChadSimmons_ @WillBryceNFL @coach_marini

[Iowa State Men’s Basketball @CycloneMBB]

Transfer Tuesday‼️

See What We're Getting With Taj Manning from Kansas State.

#Cyclones | #C5C

[Keith Murphy @KeithMurphy]

Interesting question: of these three transfers, which will be most difficult for cyclone fans to watch in a different uniform?

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

DAILY CLONE: Milan Momcilovic commits to Kentucky and Tamin Lipsey talks about his NBA future following his workout with Golden State.

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

Iowa State football picked up three commits for the class of 2027 over the weekend in Drew Aagesen, Jordan Crider and Jason Wooden.

Here's everything you need to know about the additions. https://t.co/l2HILv0dSo

[Drew Aagesen (3🌟) 2027 @DrewAagesen]

Had a amazing OV this weekend at @CycloneFB ‼️🌪️‼️🌪️ @ISURogers3 @CoachThornton61 @Coach_Roehl @CoachCox65 @AllenTrieu @TomLoy247 @MartianFB

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

Tamin Lipsey talks about Milan Momcilovic's decision to go back to college.

"With how college basketball is nowadays, it's hard to blame the player. There's no hard feelings to Milan on my side. We're best friends and I just want the best for him. Obviously his goals are to go to the NBA, but with (how crazy) college basketball, the transfer portal, and the NIL market, it's hard to blame a kid like that with the opportunities that he has."

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

Milan Momcilovic commits to Kentucky, he announces on social media.

📸: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

[Coach Wooden @coach_jr_wooden]

Congrats JWood!!!

[Jack Trice Mafia @JackTriceMafia]

96 days until kickoff.

Cyclone clip of the day⬇️

09.13.14

[Cyclone Fanatic @cyclonefanatic]

INBOX: Tamin Lipsey will work out for the Golden State Warriors on Monday afternoon, via Iowa State Athletics.

The Warriors hold the 54th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.

📸: Jeff Curry - IMAGN Images

[Ryan Paulsen @Ryan_Paulsen14]

Thanks @CycloneFB for the great OV!

[Joe Vinyard @joevinyard11]

Had a great time back in Ames this weekend! Go Cyclones! 🌪️🚨
@CoachHestness @Coach_Roehl @CycloneFB @andy_lucas98 @nickmeltz @RickyCiccone

[Redbirdriot @RedbirdRiot]

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