Iowa State seeks bowl eligibility under Jimmy Rogers in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 8:59 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Iowa State football is aiming for bowl game qualification this season, currently holding a 3-3 record. The Cyclones face a challenging final stretch of six games following a bye week. Head coach Jimmy Rogers has assembled a roster capable of competing after close matches against Iowa and BYU. ESPN reports potential bowl projections have Iowa State heading to the Independence Bowl in Shreveport, Louisiana. To secure bowl eligibility, the team will need to win three of their final six games, starting with an upcoming road trip to Arizona.
- •Iowa State is currently 3-3 heading into a bye week.
- •The Cyclones aim for three wins in their last six games.
- •Upcoming games include a road matchup against Arizona.
- •ESPN projects Iowa State for the Independence Bowl.
- •Jimmy Rogers is looking to guide the team through a challenging schedule.
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