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August 24 · 50 min
Williams & Blum: Is this the most interesting football opener in 20 years?
Chris Williams and Brent Blum empty out the mailbag today, taking questions from fans about Iowa State’s season opener vs. SEMO. Plus, Texas Tech looks to be adding a fifth-year quarterback to beef up its roster for a playoff run. All that and more, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 20 · 8 min
DAILY CLONE: What's the latest on Killyan Toure's injury?
Jake Brend shares all you need to know on Killyan Toure's injury and what could be next for Iowa State. Presented by Wyffles Hybrids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 20 · 1 hr 2 min
The Beat Reporters: Hutchens' Farewell, Spinning the Wheel, Media Day Takeaways
Ben Hutchens joins Jake Brend and Rob Gray for his last episode on The Beat Reporters before moving to Oklahoma to cover Oklahoma State. In his honor, the fellas spin the wheel five times, share their biggest media day takeaways and react to the Killyan Toure news. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 20 · 46 min
Williams & Blum: Toure Injury Status, Media Day Recap, Big 12 Teams as Major League Characters
Jake Brend and Brent Blum share more about the Killyan Toure injury situation. What's realistic and where could Iowa State go from here? Brend and Blum share their thoughts from media day and what Jimmy Rogers had to say about the atmosphere at Jack Trice Stadium. The guys close by comparing Major League characters to Big 12 teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 19 · 8 min
DAILY CLONE: Aiden Flora is an old school college football story
In a day and age where there's not a ton normal in the sport of college football, Aiden Flora is still what's right about the sport.Jake Brend explains how Flora has grown from a walk-on to ADM to one of Iowa State's premiere leaders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 18 · 19 min
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 Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 17 · 9 min
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 on Taylor's journey to one of Iowa State's captains. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 16 · 50 min
Williams & 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 starting quarterbacks. Where does Jaylen Raynor fit in? All this and more, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 14 · 7 min
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 football.Jake Brend shares the story of Jackson overcoming Lemierre Syndrome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 13 · 58 min
The 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 touch on the staff’s different philosophies they’ve hit on throughout camp. The Beat Reporters react to T.J. Otzelberger’s message to the football team and close by spinning the wheel, reliving David Montgomery’s fumble at the Liberty Bowl and Jeremiah George’s near fumble. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 12 · 59 min
Williams & 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 position battles. What was the biggest takeaway? Ranking Big 12 schedules and more, courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 12 · 10 min
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 dissects who might could see the field at Jack Trice Stadium in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 11 · 14 min
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 lead to confidence. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 10 · 11 min
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 and some of the changes they've made on Monday's Daily Clone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 10 · 48 min
Williams & 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 potentially rely on a group of freshmen. Plus, how could the latest news in the Protect College Sports Act affect the Big 12? Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 6 · 1 hr 1 min
The 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 the pro-style offense, why Jaylen Raynor’s leadership is impressive, and the importance of Jimmy Rogers command. The fellas put a bow on summer basketball and then close by spinning the wheel and reliving an interaction between Bill Self and a fan. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 6 · 11 min
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 explains how Raynor's is making the transition to pro style through his leadership and command. Presented by Wyffles Hybrids in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 5 · 13 min
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 why it matters on the Daily Clone presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 5 · 47 min
Williams & 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 pick Iowa State to win the Big 12? T.J. Otzelberger says he could use a two-big lineup this season. Breaking it all down courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 4 · 10 min
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 alongside Blake Buchanan. Can it work offensively? Why is size so important? What does it say about where Iowa State's program? Jake Brend answers those questions on the Daily Clone presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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