Cyclone Fanatic

Chris Williams

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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20 episodes
Updated Thursday

Episodes20

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The 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 opened up about logos. What should Iowa State's primary be? Touching on hoops, "Seneca Was In," and more, courtesy of Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thursday · 1 hr 2 min
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. Presented by Wyffles Hyrbids in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Thursday · 9 min
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 play well alongside Killyan Toure. Jake Brend has it on the Daily Clone presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday · 10 min
Williams & 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 preseason rankings. Summer hoops update, Big 12 Monster deal looks worse, and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday · 1 hr 1 min
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 can be the best on-ball defender in America and take his game to another level this upcoming season. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday · 11 min
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 Fanatic last week. What's the emphasis? Where does the pressure come from? Why will it work? Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Monday · 11 min
Williams & 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 nuanced conversation about the Iowa State and Penn State relationship and what feelings fans might have this fall. The guys continue to share their excitement for this upcoming season and some of the advantages Iowa State might have early in the year as an unknown team. Plus, they react to Jamie Pollard announcing he won't be around for basketball season and why that timing is important for the athletic department. Finally, they close by expressing why the T.J. Otzelberger era is just getting started. Presented by Mechdyne in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 26 · 1 hr 14 min
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 SAM/Nickels/Passing Game Coordinator Ross Watson. Plus, Watson explains a story from the legendary Dick Lebeau that's helped shape him as a coach. Presented by Whyffles Hybrids in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 24 · 14 min
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 Outing. Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers joins the program to share his football philosophies, why he picked Iowa State to win the Big 12, how he adapts year-by-year, how his staff handled their first recruiting cycle and a lot more. Iowa State SAM/Nickels/Passing Game Coordinator Ross Watson joins in on the fun to explain what his job is, why he loves coaching, the dynamic as an "outsider" on the defensive staff, relives his Mt Union days and a lot more. Gridiron Club president Jay Chapman sits down to share their mission, how the club has changed in his time and what the current needs of the organization are. Enjoy over two hours of Cyclone football sicko content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 24 · 2 hr 17 min
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 from the government, Texas Tech's handling of Brendan Sorsby and Jimmy Rogers' expectations. Plus, the beat reporters have a nuanced conversation about Matt Campbell's latest comments about Taylor Mouser and play the what-if game on Pollard's decision. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 23 · 1 hr 5 min
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 reasoning? T.J. Otzelberger has earned a level of national respect that's mostly unheard of at Iowa State. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 23 · 14 min
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 shaping the Cyclones' brand-new offensive identity. Coming off an intense offseason, Coach Roehl discusses how he's modeling Iowa State's structure off of the NFL.He also breaks down the quarterback room, praising key leaders like Jaylen Raynor and Connor Moberly for stepping up during roster transitions. Roehl explains his core philosophy: "Time of Physicality" (TOP) over possession time. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 22 · 33 min
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 Brend explains why based off of the recent Jimmy Rogers story. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 22 · 11 min
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 bringing to Ames. Reflecting on his transition from interim head coach at Washington State to Iowa State, Bobbit highlights a recruiting strategy built around culture fit and long-term development over quick fixes. Bobbit and Williams discuss what the new four-down base defense will look like and why he rejects the "bend but don't break" philosophy. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 22 · 36 min
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 previews offensive coordinator Tyler Roehl and defensive coordinator Jesse Bobbit's interview with Chris Williams that will air Wednesday. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 21 · 13 min
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? More analysis on President David Cook’s search for a new athletics director. Post Malone wore an Iowa shirt in Jack Trice Stadium on Friday night. How does that happen? All this and more, courtesy of our friends at Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 19 · 59 min
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. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 17 · 9 min
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 Wyffels Hybrids in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 16 · 11 min
The 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 becoming his own player. Plus, the guys break down the non-conference basketball schedule, Kyle Konrardy’s importance, and relive the infamous Aaron Craft shot. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 16 · 49 min
Williams & 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 and Blum then break down the 2026-27 men’s basketball schedule and discuss the latest drama with Cody Campbell. Courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 16 · 59 min

Cyclone Fanatic

The Beat Reporters: Iowa State Makes Key Changes to Future Football Schedule

DAILY CLONE: Extending Cy-Hawk is a win for Iowa AND Iowa State

DAILY CLONE : Jaquan “Bully” Johnson is a Perfect Cyclone Fit

Williams & Blum: What Does The Future of Non-Conference Football Look Like?

DAILY CLONE: Is Killyan Toure the best on-ball defender in America?

DAILY CLONE: What is the 4-2-5 defense?

Williams & Blum: The Jimmy Rogers era is HERE

DAILY CLONE: Jimmy Rogers is keeping complacency away from Iowa State

PRESEASON CYCLONE FOOTBALL SPECIAL: Jimmy Rogers & Ross Watson join Jake Brend & Levi Stevenson

The Beat Reporters: Jamie Pollard speaks his mind on A LOT

DAILY CLONE: Iowa State has EARNED respect nationally

1-on-1 with offensive coordinator Tyler Roehl

DAILY CLONE: Matt Campbell isn't the ONLY coach that can win in Ames

1-on-1 with defensive coordinator Jesse Bobbit | Williams & Blum

DAILY CLONE: Pollard plans to retire before basketball, Bobbit & Roehl preview (July 21, 2026)

Williams & Blum: Questions from fans as football season approaches (July 19, 2026)

DAILY CLONE: What if Blake Buchanan makes a big jump in 2026-27? (July 17, 2026)

DAILY CLONE: Embracing Lower Expectations (July 16, 2026)

The Beat Reporters: Singleton comps to Jefferson, MBB non-con schedule, Aaron Craft

Williams & Blum: Football anticipation builds, breaking down the basketball schedule