Iowa prepares for revamped Iowa State roster in Cy-Hawk football game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 12:35 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Iowa faces a significantly changed Iowa State team in this weekend’s annual Cy-Hawk football game. Following a major program overhaul, new head coach Jimmy Rogers leads the Cyclones, who look different after several key players followed former coach Matt Campbell to Penn State. Iowa enters the contest looking to avoid a third consecutive loss in the series. The Hawkeyes must prepare for several newcomers, including quarterback Jaylen Raynor and defensive lineman Isaac Terrell, who both arrived via the transfer portal. Kicker Kyle Konrardy remains a central figure for Iowa State, having secured game-winning field goals against Iowa in each of the last two seasons. The matchup serves as a significant test for the Iowa offensive line and defensive front as they encounter a roster largely unfamiliar to the Hawkeye program.
- •Iowa State coach Jimmy Rogers took over the program after Matt Campbell departed for Penn State.
- •Quarterback Jaylen Raynor accounted for four total touchdowns in his Iowa State debut.
- •Defensive lineman Isaac Terrell recorded three sacks and a forced fumble in the season opener.
- •Kicker Kyle Konrardy has kicked game-winning field goals in each of the past two Cy-Hawk games.
- •Iowa enters the weekend looking to avoid a third straight loss to its rivals.
- 12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Iowa football opponent preview: ISU players to watch for
"The Cyclones bring a brand-new roster to town this weekend. Despite that, there's still some real talent for Iowa football to contend with.
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