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Dowling Catholic offensive lineman Carter Barrett poses for a portrait on Aug. 26, 2025, at Dowling Catholic High School in West Des Moines, Iowa.

Class of 2028 OL ‘Would Be a Good Fit’ for Iowa State Football

A Class of 2028 offensive lineman believes he would be a good fit with the Iowa State Cyclones.

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Mar 19, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger talks to the media during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center.

TJ Otzelberger Hires Familiar Face for Iowa State Basketball Staff

Iowa State head coach T. J. Otzelberger, right and assistant coach JR Blount are shown during the second half of their second round NCAA men’ s basketball tournament game Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Mississippi beat Iowa State 91-78. Otzelberger went to St. Thomas More High School in Milwaukee and played at UW-Whitwater. Blount went to school at Dominican High School in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin.

Iowa State Assistant Coach in Running for San Deigo Job

Mar 7, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; From left to right, Iowa State Cyclones guard Dominick Nelson (11) and forward Eric Mulder (4) and guard Nate Heise (0) and head coach T.J. Otzelberger and forward Joshua Jefferson (5) and guard Tamin Lipsey (3) are recognized during senior day before the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at James H. Hilton Coliseum.

4 Biggest Iowa State Men’s Basketball Surprises This Season

The Iowa State gymnastics practice facility at Beyer Hall is shown on Feb. 13, 2026. The Cyclones' season was canceled on Feb. 8.

Iowa State Announces Shocking Decision With Women's Gymnastics Team

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Jan 2, 2021; Glendale, AZ, USA; Detailed view of an Iowa State Cyclones helmet during the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium.

Iowa State Football Sets Official Visit Date for Bryce Vigness

Sep 7, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; An Iowa State Cyclones helmet sits on the sidelines before the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Kinnick Stadium.

Iowa State Football Bolsters 2027 Recruiting Class With Three-Star Addition

Jan 2, 2021; Glendale, AZ, USA; Detailed view of an Iowa State Cyclones helmet during the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium.

Cameron Pettaway Reveals Biggest Adjustment to Iowa State From Bowling Green

Oct 30, 2021; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; An Iowa State Cyclones helmet on the bench during the third quarter against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium.

Iowa State Football Made Incredible Impression on Class of 2028 DL

Iowa State football head coach Jimmy Rogers talks to media during NFL football pro-day at Bergstrom Football Complex on March 24, 2026, in Ames, Iowa.

Michael Vander Luitgaren Shares Honest Opinion on Iowa State

Depth of These Two Groups Will Be Important for Iowa State Football

Sep 6, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Bowling Green Falcons running back Cameron Pettaway (26) carries the ball as he is tackled by Cincinnati Bearcats safety Xavier Williams (36) in the first half at Nippert Stadium.

Iowa State Football Took Advantage of Cameron Pettaway Not Liking Big 12 Rival

Nov 9, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Iowa State Cyclones helmets on the bench during the first quarter against the Kansas Jayhawks at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Iowa State Football Returnee Ready To Compete for Starting Job

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Dec 29, 2023; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels guard Elliot Cadeau (2) passes the ball as Charleston Southern Buccaneers guard A'lahn Sumler (11) defends in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center.

Iowa State Basketball Smartly Contacted Big South Conference Transfer

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Dominick Nelson (11) addresses the media after a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the Tennessee State Tigers at Enterprise Center.

Iowa State Basketball Guard Shockingly Enters Transfer Portal

Iowa State Cyclones' forward Alisa Williams (3) looks for a pass around Oklahoma State Cowgirls forward Achol Akot (11) during the third quarter in the senior day women basketball at Hilton Coliseum on February. 25, 2026, in Ames, Iowa.

Iowa State Basketball Academic All-Big 12 Player Transfers to Indiana

Mar 15, 2024; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach TJ Otzelberger looks on in the first half against the Baylor Bears at T-Mobile Center.

Iowa State Basketball Needs To Find a Star in the Transfer Portal

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Tamin Lipsey (3) shoots in the second half against the Tennessee Volunteers during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

Grading Iowa State Basketball Star Tamin Lipsey's Senior Season

Iowa State Cyclones men's basketball head coach T.J. Otzelberger calls a play against Houston during the second half in the Big-12 men’s basketball at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 16, 2026, in Ames, Iowa

3 Biggest Needs for Iowa State Basketball in Transfer Portal

Mar 13, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger gives direction during the first half against the Arizona Wildcats at T-Mobile Center.

Fast-Rising Northern Iowa Assistant Should Be on Iowa State Basketball’s Radar

Mar 19, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; The North Dakota State Bison mascot and cheerleaders pose for a photo before the game against the Michigan State Spartans during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center.

Iowa State Reportedly in Contact With North Dakota State Transfer

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Iowa State offensive line coach Jake Thornton talks to media during a media opportunity at Stark Performance center on Feb. 11, 2026, in Ames, Iowa.

Iowa State Football Makes Great Impression on Class of 2027 OL During Visit

Iowa State football coach Jimmy Rogers speaks during a timeout in the first half in the Iowa State and Iowa men’s basketball Cy-Hawk series at Hilton coliseum on Dec. 11, 2025, in Ames, Iowa.

Iowa State Football Offers and Hosts 2027 App State Commit

Oct 30, 2021; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; An Iowa State Cyclones helmet on the bench during the third quarter against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium.

Iowa State Football Atop List for Class of 2027 Quarterback

Mar 26, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger speaks ahead of the Midwest regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

Iowa State Basketball Will Have Wrinkle to Deal with in Donovan Davis Recruitment

Jan 18, 2026; Miami, FL, USA; An Indiana Hoosiers helmet at the CFP head coaches press conference at JW Marriott Marquis Miami.

Iowa State Football Favorites Over Indiana for Class of 2028 DL

Freedom High School's Donovan Davis (24) against Elk Mound High School during their Division 3 semifinal game in the WIAA state boys basketball tournament on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wis. Freedom defeated Elk Mound 66-32.

Iowa State Basketball Adjusting Recruitment of Donovan Davis

Jan 2, 2021; Glendale, AZ, USA; Detailed view of an Iowa State Cyclones helmet during the Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium.

Iowa State Football Showing Increased Interest in Class of 2028 Lineman

Oct 29, 2016; Columbia, MO, USA; A general view of the Kentucky Wildcats helmet during the first half against the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field.

Iowa State Football in Top 3 for Former Kentucky QB Commit

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Mar 1, 2025; Ames, Iowa, USA; Former Iowa State Cyclones and current USA Olympic Gold Medalist Tyrese Haliburton is celebrated during half-time of their game with the Arizona Wildcats at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

Tyrese Haliburton Joins Fox Big Noon Kickoff for Iowa State vs Iowa

Jul 24, 2025; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) throws a pass during drills on the second day of training camp. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

Brock Purdy Delivers Clear Message About 49ers Front Office

New York Jets running back Breece Hall (20) runs with the ball, Sunday January 5, 2025, in East Rutherford.

Former Iowa State Star Delivers Thoughts on Running Back Market

Jul 23, 2025; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans wide receiver Jaylin Noel (82) and wide receiver Jayden Higgins (81) during training camp at Houston Methodist Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Modest Start for Iowa State’s New NFL Receivers in Texans Preseason Opener

Mar 23, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Georges Niang (20) drives to the basket against the Philadelphia 76ers in the fourth quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Former Iowa State Star Included in NBA Trade on Tuesday

Iowa State quarterback Brock Purdy (15) rolls out to pass during a NCAA college football game in the Cheez-It Bowl against Clemson, Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021, at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla.

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Former Iowa State Star Brock Purdy Shares How He Always Knew Tyrese Haliburton Was Special

Sep 12, 2020; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones defensive end Will McDonald IV (9) celebrates after the sack against the Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns at Jack Trice Stadium. The Ragin Cajuns beat the Cyclones 31 to 14. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

Former Iowa State Star Sends Massive Warning to Aaron Rodgers

Sep 24, 2023; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons (11) looks on after losing to the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images

Former Iowa State Star Named in Blockbuster Micah Parsons Trade Proposal

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Iowa State Cyclones guard Jamarion Batemon (1) drives with the ball to the basket around Colorado Buffaloes guard/forward Ian Inman (0) during the second half in the Big-12 men’s basketball on Jan. 29, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa.

Jamarion Batemon Shares Reported Decision on Iowa State Basketball Future

Mar 12, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) drives to the basket around Texas Tech Red Raiders forward LeJuan Watts (3) during the second half at T-Mobile Center.

Grading Iowa State Basketball Star Joshua Jefferson's Senior Season

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) high fives forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) during the second half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Michigan Might Have Been Too Much for a Healthy Iowa State Basketball Team

Mar 20, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Cade Kelderman (13) during NCAA Tournament First Round Practice at Fiserv Forum.

What Cade Kelderman Entering Transfer Portal Means for Iowa State Basketball

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger addresses the media after a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the Tennessee State Tigers at Enterprise Center.

Former TJ Otzelberger Assistant From UNLV Would Be Perfect for Iowa State

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger speaks during the postgame press conference after the game against the Kentucky Wildcats during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center.

Iowa State Basketball Could Have Made Final Four With Healthy Star

Mar 18, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; North Dakota State Bison guard Trevian Carson (0) speaks to the media before a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.

Iowa State Basketball Should Bring Home North Dakota State Guard

Mar 26, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger speaks ahead of the Midwest regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

Three Early Reasons Why Iowa State Basketball Can Reach Final Four Next Year

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Iowa State offensive coordinate Tyler Roehl talks to media during a media opportunity at Stark Performance center on Feb. 11, 2026, in Ames, Iowa.

Iowa State Football Transfer Making Great First Impression

Iowa State Cyclones center Audi Crooks (55) takes a shot around Oklahoma Sooners forward Kiersten Johnson (4) during the first quarter of a NCAA women's basketball at Hilton Coliseum on Saturday, Feb. 10 2024, in Ames, Iowa.

Oklahoma Among Teams Linked to Audi Crooks in Transfer Portal

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Killyan Toure (27) reacts to a television camera after a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the Tennessee State Tigers at Enterprise Center.

Iowa State Basketball Freshman Leaves Door Open for Transfer

Iowa State Cyclones' center Audi Crooks (55) reacts after a score against Kansas State during the second quarter in the Big-12 conference women’s basketball on Feb. 15, 2026, at Hilton Coliseum, in Ames, Iowa.

Audi Crooks NIL Asking Price in Transfer Portal Revealed

Nov 9, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Iowa State Cyclones helmets on the bench during the first quarter against the Kansas Jayhawks at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Iowa State Football Should Feel Good About Quarterback Room in 2026

Mar 11, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones coach TJ Otzelberger watches game play during the first half against the Arizona State Sun Devils at T-Mobile Center.

TJ Otzelberger Provides Iowa State Basketball Assistants With Opportunity

Oct 25, 2025; Ames, Iowa, USA; BYU Cougars quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) is tackled by Iowa State Cyclones linebacker Carson Willich (14) at Jack Trice Stadium.

Iowa State Football Defender Sets Expectations for Self and Unit

Dec 21, 2025; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; North Dakota Fighting Hawks guard Greyson Uelmen (3) drives against Nebraska Cornhuskers forward Berke Buyuktuncel (9) during the second half at Pinnacle Bank Arena.

Summit League Freshman a Great Transfer Target for Iowa State

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Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger speaks during the postgame press conference after the game against the Kentucky Wildcats during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center.

Iowa State Basketball Star Rightfully Named Wooden Award All-American

Mar 26, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Blake Buchanan (23) during a practice session ahead of the midwest regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

Blake Buchanan on Why He’s Returning to Iowa State Basketball

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger speaks during the postgame press conference after the game against the Kentucky Wildcats during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center.

Iowa State Basketball Should Pursue Colorado Buffaloes Star in Transfer Portal

Mar 4, 2025; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger, JR Blount and Kyle Green watch the Cyclones play the Brigham Young Cougars during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum.

Iowa State Basketball Assistant Has Interest in Northern Iowa Job

Jan 2, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger, guard Tamin Lipsey (3) and guard Nate Heise (0) watch the Cyclones play the West Virginia Mountaineers during the second half at James H. Hilton Coliseum.

5 Players Who Won’t Be on Iowa State Basketball in 2026-27 Season

Mar 26, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Tamin Lipsey (3) speaks ahead of the Midwest regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

3 Best Iowa State Basketball Performers in NCAA Tournament

Iowa State football coach Jimmy Rogers speaks during a timeout in the first half in the Iowa State and Iowa men’s basketball Cy-Hawk series at Hilton coliseum on Dec. 11, 2025, in Ames, Iowa.

Iowa State Football Predicted to Land Talented Four-Star Recruit

Freedom High School's Donovan Davis (24) against Little Chute High School during their boys basketball game in Freedom, Wisconsin on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Freedom defeated Little Chute 65-56.

Iowa State Basketball at End of Donovan Davis Visit Dates

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Nov 9, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Iowa State Cyclones helmets on the bench during the first quarter against the Kansas Jayhawks at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Iowa State Football Transfer Standing Out in Spring Practice

Iowa State Cyclones' center Audi Crooks (55) drives to the basket around Arizona State Sun Devils center Martina Fantini (7) during the second quarter in the Big-12 women’s basketball at Hilton Coliseum on Feb. 18, 2026, in Ames, Iowa

Audi Crooks Makes Shocking Decision on Iowa State Basketball Future

Iowa State Football Star Lands With Bengals in 2026 NFL Mock Draft

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Jamarion Batemon (1) shoots a three point shot against the Tennessee State Tigers during the first half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center.

Jamarion Batemon Shares on Iowa State Basketball Future

Belmont's Drew Scharnowski (11) blocks a shot by Bradley's Jaquan Johnson in the second half of their college basketball game Monday, Feb. 9, 2026 at Carver Arena in Peoria. Johnson was fouled before the block. The Braves defeated the Bruins 95-84.

Belmont Duo Could Be Perfect Additions to Iowa State in 2026-27

Mar 8, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Northern Iowa Panthers forward Will Hornseth (13) and Ben Schwieger (7) struggle with UIC Flames guard Rashund Washington Jr. (5) for the ball during the second half at Enterprise Center.

Iowa State Basketball Assistant Kyle Green Hired by Northern Iowa

Mar 26, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger speaks ahead of the Midwest regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

Iowa State Basketball Star Has Concerning Trend of Struggles in Big Games

Mar 19, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger talks to the media during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center.

Way-Too-Early Starting Lineup Projection for Iowa State Basketball in 2026-27

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Bradley’s Jaquan Johnson, left, flies to the basket past Valparaiso’s Carter Hopoi in the first half of their college basketball game Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026 at the Peoria Civic Center. The Braves defeated the Beacons 72-65.

Iowa State Basketball Should Target MVC Guard in Transfer Portal

Oct 30, 2021; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; An Iowa State Cyclones helmet on the bench during the third quarter against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium.

Iowa State Football Star Goes to Chiefs in NFL Mock Draft

Iowa State Men's Basketball players Tamin Lipsey, Milan Momcilovic, and Joshua Jefferson stand for a photo during media day at Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Oct. 8, 2025.

Iowa State Basketball Star Lands With Rockets in NBA Mock Draft

Mar 26, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger speaks ahead of the Midwest regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

Iowa State Basketball Recent Trends To Figure Out Transfer Portal Plans

Iowa State football coach Jimmy Rogers speaks during a timeout in the first half in the Iowa State and Iowa men’s basketball Cy-Hawk series at Hilton coliseum on Dec. 11, 2025, in Ames, Iowa.

Iowa State Football Lands in Top 5 for Talented Four-Star Cornerback

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) reacts in the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

Iowa State Basketball Star Milan Momcilovic Makes Wise Choice Regarding NBA Draft

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach T.J. Otzelberger reacts in the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

Iowa State Makes Brutal NCAA History With Sweet 16 Loss to Tennessee

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Killyan Toure (27) drives to the basket during the second half against the Kentucky Wildcats during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center.

4 Iowa State Basketball Players Planning To Return To Program

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Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) reacts in the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

Iowa State Basketball Star Shares He Will Declare for NBA Draft

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Killyan Toure (27) shoots in the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

This Area Projects to be Early Strength for Iowa State Basketball Next Season

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) is helped off of the court after suffering an apparent injury to his left leg while shooting a layup against Tennessee State Tigers forward Jalen Pitre (not pictured) during the first half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center.

Joshua Jefferson Injury ‘Sucked the Life Out Of’ Iowa State

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) looks to pass while defended by Tennessee Volunteers guard Bishop Boswell (3) in the second half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

4 Takeaways From Iowa State Basketball vs Tennessee in Sweet 16

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Blake Buchanan (23) and Tennessee Volunteers forward Jaylen Carey (23) battle for the ball in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

Struggles in This Key Area Resulted in Sweet 16 Loss for Iowa State Basketball

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Nate Heise (0) moves the ball in the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

Three Standout Players from Iowa State Basketball's Loss to Tennessee

Mar 19, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Joshua Jefferson (5) shoots during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center.

Joshua Jefferson Reveals How Close He Was To Play Against Tennessee

Iowa State basketball coach T. J. Otzelberger looks about as Tennessee forward Nate Ament (10) celebrates at the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 college basketball game at the United Center in Chicago on March 27, 2026.

What We Learned From Iowa State Basketball's Loss to Tennessee in Sweet 16

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