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Cyclone Fanatic
Premium Iowa State coverage without the filter. Sharp analysis, strong opinions, and real conversations from the voices at Cyclone Fanatic — the largest Iowa State community on the internet. If it matters to Cyclone Nation, we’re talking about it.
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DAILY CLONE: Ranking Iowa State's Position Groups 1-10
Ahead of media day, Jake Brend evaluates each position group for the 2026 Cyclones and ranks them 1 through 10. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest…
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DAILY CLONE: Jake Taylor is grateful and eager for his opportunity at Iowa State
After battling injuries for years at Oklahoma, Iowa State offensive lineman Jake Taylor is grateful and eager for his opportunity in Ames. Jake Brend reports…
Cyclone FanaticWilliams & Blum: Creating tiers for Big 12 quarterbacks
Chris Williams & Brent Blum break down Iowa State football’s team captains that were announced this weekend. Plus, creating tiers for this season’s Big 12…
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DAILY CLONE: Cody Jackson's Incredible Story
As everyone continues to learn the backstories of the 2026 Cyclones, wide receiver Cody Jackson opens up about his difficult journey through college…
Cyclone FanaticThe Beat Reporters: Week 2 Fall Camp Impressions, Otz’ message to football, Jeremiah George vs Texas
Jake Brend, Ben Hutchens, and Rob Gray gather to recap week two of fall camp, reacting to Jimmy Rogers’ 13 minute answer about the depth chart. Plus, the guys…
Cyclone FanaticWilliams & Blum: Jimmy Rogers Gives Inside Look At Potential Depth Chart
Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to a fresh Jimmy Rogers press conference where he dove into the Iowa State offense and potential starters, along with…
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DAILY CLONE: Did Jimmy Rogers just give us a 2-Deep?
Jimmy Rogers gave a 13 minute answer to Bill Seals' question about position battles and ended up giving a lot of insight into a potential two-deep.Jake Brend…
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DAILY CLONE: The Importance of Vulnerability for Cyclone Football
Jesse Bobbit explains the importance of vulnerability in the locker room and how it shows it up in critical moments.Jake Brend relates how being vulnerable can…
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DAILY CLONE: Can the Cyclone Defense Hold Teams to Less Than 15 Points Per Game?
Jesse Bobbit has a goal for his defense. Keeping opponents to under 15 points per game. Is that attainable in 2026?Jake Brend analyzes the staff's track record…
Cyclone FanaticWilliams & Blum: How Successful Can Iowa State's Offense Be?
Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to Iowa State's open practice over the weekend. What did they learn about Iowa State's offense? Jimmy Rogers could…
Cyclone FanaticThe Beat Reporters: Early Fall Camp Media Impressions
Jake Brend, Ben Hutchens and Rob Gray share their early impressions from the first two days of fall camp media availability. How is Iowa State acclimating to…
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DAILY CLONE: Jaylen Raynor is taking COMMAND of the new pro style offense
As Iowa State and Tyler Roehl switch to a new pro style offense, a lot is on the shoulders of quarterback Jaylen Raynor. On Thursday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend…
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DAILY CLONE: A Refreshing First Day of Fall Camp
Jimmy Rogers opened up fall camp with a refreshing attitude on expectations, resources and playing freshman. Jake Brend reports from day one of fall camp about…
Cyclone FanaticWilliams & Blum: Football is BACK!
Chris Williams and Brent Blum react to fall camp starting for the Cyclones before bringing in Jake Brend to recap Jimmy Rogers' first fall presser. Why did he…
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DAILY CLONE: Will Dom Pleta play alongside Blake Buchanan?
As college basketball continues to trend towards a bigger game down low, T.J. Otzelberger shares the possibility of Dominykas Pleta playing the four spot…
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Let Him Cook feat. Tamin Lipsey: Building a legacy at Iowa State, life after Ames, and more
Dylan Coon and Nigel Dyson are joined by former Iowa State legend Tamin Lipsey to reflect on his remarkable career in Ames. Lipsey discusses his journey from…
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DAILY CLONE: Will Tamin Lipsey be a Cyclone next year?
The courts recently ruled that 2022 high school graduates are eligible to play a fifth year in the 2026-27 season. That criteria fits Cyclone legend Tamin…
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Williams & Blum: What the Protect College Sports Act means for Iowa State
Chris Williams and Brent Blum break down the revised Protect College Sports Act after the Big Ten and SEC agreed to support the legislation. What would the new…
Cyclone FanaticThe Beat Reporters: Iowa State Makes Key Changes to Future Football Schedule
Jake Brend, Ben Hutchens, and Rob Gray react to Iowa State's football schedule changes, including the Cy-Hawk game being extended through 2031. Jamie Pollard…
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DAILY CLONE: Extending Cy-Hawk is a win for Iowa AND Iowa State
Regardless of what Iowa fans say, extending the Cy-Hawk game is great for both parties. Jake Brend makes the case to take some notes from Kirk Ferentz…
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DAILY CLONE : Jaquan “Bully” Johnson is a Perfect Cyclone Fit
As the MVC Defensive Player of the Year comes to Ames, T.J. Otzelberger explains why Jaquan Johnson is a great fit at Iowa State and what will allow him to…
Cyclone FanaticWilliams & Blum: What Does The Future of Non-Conference Football Look Like?
Jake Brend and Brent Blum discuss the latest Cy-Hawk future rumblings. What does the future of the non-conference schedule look like? Diving into Phil Steele's…
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DAILY CLONE: Is Killyan Toure the best on-ball defender in America?
As Iowa State tries to replace a legend in Tamin Lipsey, T.J. Otzelberger has pretty high hopes for sophomore guard Killyan Toure. Otzelberger explains how he…
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DAILY CLONE: What is the 4-2-5 defense?
Jake Brend takes a deep dive into what the 4-2-5 defense is based off what defensive coordinator Jesse Bobbit and passing game coordinator Ross Watson told…
Cyclone FanaticWilliams & Blum: The Jimmy Rogers era is HERE
Brent Blum is joined by Jake Brend filling in for Chris Williams to recap Thursday's interviews with Jimmy Rogers and Ross Watson. Brend and Blum have a…
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DAILY CLONE: Jimmy Rogers is keeping complacency away from Iowa State
Jake Brend explains some of the tweaks he's made to the Daily Clone and how that relates to what Jimmy Rogers hiring Offensive Coordinator Tyler Roehl and…
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PRESEASON CYCLONE FOOTBALL SPECIAL: Jimmy Rogers & Ross Watson join Jake Brend & Levi Stevenson
Are Cyclone fans ready for some football?! Jake Brend and Levi Stevenson host a Cyclone Fanatic///CF After Dark collab at the Cyclone Football Gridiron Golf…
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The Beat Reporters: Jamie Pollard speaks his mind on A LOT
Jake Brend, Ben Hutchens and Rob Gray react to Jamie Pollard's busy week in the news cycle. The guys react to Pollard's opinions on retirement, state funding…
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DAILY CLONE: Iowa State has EARNED respect nationally
Jake Brend explains that Iowa State fans are sensitive for good reason but that's it's also important to give national media credit when it's due. His…
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1-on-1 with offensive coordinator Tyler Roehl
Iowa State’s new Offensive Coordinator, Tyler Roehl, sits down with Chris Williams to explain how his time in the NFL with Dan Campbell’s Detroit Lions is…
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DAILY CLONE: Matt Campbell isn't the ONLY coach that can win in Ames
Just because Matt Campbell is the most successful coach in Iowa State football's history, it doesn't mean that he's the only coach who can win in Ames. Jake…
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1-on-1 with defensive coordinator Jesse Bobbit | Williams & Blum
In a sit-down interview with Chris Williams, Iowa State defensive coordinator Jesse Bobbit outlines the aggressive identity he and Head Coach Jimmy Rogers are…
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DAILY CLONE: Pollard plans to retire before basketball, Bobbit & Roehl preview (July 21, 2026)
Jamie Pollard announces on the 365 Sports' "Smoak Show" that he plans to retire before basketball season. What does that mean for Iowa State? Plus, Jake Brend…
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Williams & Blum: Questions from fans as football season approaches (July 19, 2026)
Chris Williams & Brent Blum take questions from subscribers about the upcoming Iowa State football season. Which Cyclones do the guys think have an NFL future?…
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DAILY CLONE: What if Blake Buchanan makes a big jump in 2026-27? (July 17, 2026)
What are realistic expectations for Blake Buchanan in the 2026-27 season and what could Iowa State look like if he takes a big jump? Jake Brend explains…
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DAILY CLONE: Embracing Lower Expectations (July 16, 2026)
Jake Brend explains why lower expectations for Iowa State football in 2026 can be good for the fanbase and the atmosphere at Jack Trice Stadium. Presented by…
Cyclone FanaticThe Beat Reporters: Singleton comps to Jefferson, MBB non-con schedule, Aaron Craft
Ben Hutchens, Rob Gray, and Jake Brend discuss the similarities and differences between Tre Singleton and Joshua Jefferson and the importance of Singleton…
Cyclone FanaticWilliams & Blum: Football anticipation builds, breaking down the basketball schedule
Jake Brend and Brent Blum are joined by Chris Williams to discuss the balance of fewer expectations with excitement for year one of the Jimmy Rogers era. Brend…
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Daily Clone: What's Happening With CyTown?
Chris Williams reacts to the latest update Jamie Pollard provided on CyTown before diving into why it will still work, what happens after Pollard retires, and…
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Daily Clone: Top Five Most Interesting Games of the 2026 Season
Chris Williams breaks down his top five most interesting games of the 2026 season for the Cyclones. Who does he find the most intriguing? Presented by Fareway…
Cyclone FanaticWilliams & Blum: The next 20 years
Jamie Pollard’s retirement announcement came as a surprise to many last Friday. On today’s show, Chris Williams and Brent Blum look forward to the next 20…
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INSTANT REACTION: Jamie Pollard set to retire within the next year
Jake Brend and Levi Stevenson react to the news of Iowa State Director of Athletics Jamie Pollard announcing his retirement for June 30, 2027. Brend and…
Cyclone FanaticWilliams & Blum: What we learned from Big 12 Media Days, Yormark's rough stretch, and more
Chris Williams and Brent Blum recap everything they learned from Big 12 Media Days in Frisco. Was it a bad look for Brett Yormark? Diving into what Iowa State…
Cyclone FanaticThe Beat Reporters: Raynor QB1, Cy-Hawk future, Big 12 Media Day impressions
Jake Brend and Ben Hutchens sit down after Big 12 Media Days to discuss their biggest takeaways. What to make of Jaylen Raynor as QB1? Jimmy Rogers shares his…
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DAILY CLONE: Rogers explains speed over size and how impressive Bobby Terrell is (July 9, 2026)
Jimmy Rogers explains his philosophy of pursuing speed over size and why Bobby Terrell is such a perfect fit into his system at defensive end. Jake Brend…
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DAILY CLONE: Jimmy Rogers Doesn't Care About Expectations (July 8, 2026)
Jimmy Rogers doesn't hold back when talking about USA Today picking Iowa State to finish dead last in the Big 12. He shares how the team will use it as…
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DAILY CLONE: Day 1 of Big 12 Media Days Recap with Jake Brend & Chris Williams (July 7, 2026)
Jake Brend and Chris Williams recap day one of Big 12 Football Media Days. What to make of Brett Yormark's interaction with a Texas Tech reporter? Plus…
Cyclone FanaticWilliams & Blum: Big 12 Media Days Preview, Expectations for the Cyclones
Chris Williams and Brent Blum preview Big 12 Media Days for the Cyclones and the rest of the Big 12. What could they learn about Iowa State? Expectations…
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DAILY CLONE: Big 12 Football Media Days Preview (July 6, 2026)
Jake Brend shares his biggest storylines ahead of the 2026 Big 12 Football Media Days. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn…
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DAILY CLONE: 1-on-1 with Tamin Lipsey (July 2, 2026)
Indiana Pacers guard Tamin Lipsey joins Jake Brend to talk about signing with the Pacers, preparing for the Summer League, how he plans to carve out a role…
Cyclone FanaticThe Beat Reporters: Wiggins injury, front court depth, 2018 Drake throwback
Jake Brend, Rob Gray, and Ben Hutchens discuss what Christian Wiggins’ injury means for Iowa State, the type of depth that T.J. Otzelberger has in the front…
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DAILY CLONE: A Deep Dive into ISU's Frontcourt Depth (July 1, 2026)
Jake Brend takes a deep dive into Iowa State's frontcourt depth for the 2026-27 season. What roles with Blake Buchanan, Dominykas Pleta, Tre Singleton and Taj…
Cyclone FanaticWilliams & Blum: Ranking Our Top Ten Favorite Cyclone Basketball Players
Chris Williams, Brent Blum, and Jake Brend rank their top ten favorite Iowa State basketball players of all time. Who makes the cut? The guys discuss from…
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DAILY CLONE: Christian Wiggins out for the 2026-27 season (June 30, 2026)
T.J. Otzelberger announces that freshman guard Christian Wiggins will miss the 2026-27 season with an achilles injury. Otzelberger explains why it's a big blow…
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100+ Minutes of 1-on-1 Interviews with the Entire 2026-27 Cyclone MBB Team
Jake Brend of Cyclone Fanatic sits down 1-on-1 with the 2026-27 Iowa State Men's Basketball team. Watch what the returners said about their offseason emphasis'…
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DAILY CLONE: Confidence with Toure, Batemon and Jaquan in the backcourt (June 29, 2026)
Killyan Toure, Jamarion Batemon and Jaquan Johnson all express how they find confidence in the Iowa State backcourt heading into the 2026-27 season on the…
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Williams & Blum: 5-in-5 impact, breaking down MBB interviews, continuing CyHawk game (June 28, 2026)
Jake Brend and Levi Stevenson fill in for Chris Williams and Brent Blum to discuss the impact that the new NCAA "five-in-five" rule can have on Iowa State…
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DAILY CLONE: Why Georges Niang is the greatest Cyclone of all time (June 25, 2026)
Jake Brend and Chris Williams make the case why Georges Niang is the greatest Cyclone of all time in any sport. Presented by Wyffles Hybrids in the Northwest…
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Williams & Blum: Jefferson to Brooklyn, KXNO layoffs, football expectations (June 24, 2026)
Rob Gray sits in for Brent Blum. Chris Williams and Rob talk Joshua Jefferson to the Brooklyn Nets, the layoffs at KXNO and what to make of Iowa State…
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DAILY CLONE: How UFC helped change ISU Basketball (June 24, 2026)
Jake Brend and Chris Williams discuss how T.J. Otzelberger's love of UFC helped form Iowa State basketball as we know it today. Presented by Fareway Meat &…