Iowa State football announces six co-captains for 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 12:47 AM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Iowa State football revealed its six co-captains for the 2026 season on August 15. The list includes three offensive players: quarterback Jaylen Raynor, running back Aiden Flora, and offensive lineman Jake Taylor. The defensive co-captains are defensive tackle Max Baloun, defensive end Isaac Terrell, and cornerback David Coffey. This leadership group is set to guide a roster featuring 82 newcomers in coach Jimmy Rogers' first season. The Cyclones are scheduled to open their season against Southeast Missouri on September 5 at Jack Trice Stadium.
- •Jaylen Raynor has a career completion rate of 62.9%.
- •Aiden Flora, a former walk-on, makes his mark as a top running back.
- •Max Baloun returns after a season-ending injury last year.
- •Isaac Terrell was named the Pac-12 Conference Top Defensive Line Performer.
- •Iowa State's season opener is scheduled for September 5.
- 12:47 AMYahoo Sports — Iowa State football names team captains for 2026 season
"Iowa State football announced its six co-captains for the 2026 season. There were three offensive players and three defensive players selected.
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