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Iowa State athletics transition and rebuilding efforts

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The Iowa State football program ~~continues its transition~~ has officially entered a new era under head coach Jimmy Rogers, who succeeded Matt Campbell following Campbell’s departure for Penn State. ~~The program~~ Rogers, who previously led South Dakota State to an FCS championship, is ~~navigating~~ managing a massive roster ~~overhaul, entering the season with~~ overhaul characterized by no returning starters ~~and 82 newcomers,~~ on offense or defense. To bolster the squad, the program has utilized a significant transfer class, including ~~15 transfers~~ quarterback Jaylen Raynor from ~~Washington~~ Arkansas State. ~~As the team prepares for its season opener against the SEMO Redhawks,~~ Raynor brings 36 career starts and substantial passing experience to the team. The rebuilding effort is supported by a coaching staff that includes offensive coordinator Tyler Roehl, who returns to the program after a stint with the Detroit Lions. ~~The depth chart highlights~~ In their season opener, Iowa State defeated FCS opponent Southeast Missouri State with a ~~new-look wide receiver corps led by Omari Hayes, formerly~~ score of ~~Florida Atlantic and Tulane,~~ 42-10. While staff predictions for the season vary—ranging from a 4-8 record to a Big 12 championship run—the team is currently focused on implementing new offensive and ~~Cody Jackson.~~ defensive schemes, including a 4-2-5 defensive system. In men’s basketball, sophomore guard Killyan Toure is expected to miss the first half of the season. Following surgery on his right shoulder, head coach T. J. Otzelberger stated the program is focused on Toure’s recovery for a potential return in January. In other sports, the women’s soccer team is preparing to host Creighton at the Cyclone Sports Complex following a 2-0 loss to Drake. Additionally, the No. 10 Iowa Central volleyball team has seen early success, beginning its season with a 4-0 tournament run that included a sweep of defending national champions Heartland.

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