Iowa State football enters 2026 season with new coaching staff and roster

Iowa State football is entering the 2026 season under new leadership following the departure of Matt Campbell. Head coach Jimmy Rogers, who previously led South Dakota State to an FCS National Championship, is rebuilding the program with a staff that includes offensive coordinator Tyler Roehl, who returns after a stint with the Detroit Lions.

The Cyclones face significant roster turnover, entering the season without a single returning starter on offense or defense. As the team prepares for its season opener against the SEMO Redhawks, the depth chart highlights a new-look wide receiver corps led by Omari Hayes and Cody Jackson.