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On Monday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend compares Iowa State's loss Saturday to the team's loss in 2024 against Kansas. Rocco Becht and Caleb Bacon reflect on how the team responded last year and how they can do it again. Then Brend recaps a massive day by Cyclones in the NFL with key performances by Xavier Hutchinson, David Montgomery and Jaylin Noel. Finally, Jamie Pollard talks to the Iowa State Student Government about potentially raising the required student athletic fee. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Entire meeting with Jamie Pollard and Wendy Wintersteen here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend and Derek Duke react to Cincinnati's big win over Iowa State and what it means for the Cyclones moving forward. Kansas State's loss to Baylor continues the downward spiral. Is BYU a title contender? Power rankings and more presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend and Chris Williams go through all of their pregame thoughts ahead of No. 14 Iowa State's matchup with Cincinnati. Presented by Channel Seed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Thursday's edition of the Daily Clone, Cincinnati head coach Scott Satterfield and quarterback Brendan Sorsby break down the matchup against Iowa State from the Bearcats perspective. Also, how Iowa State is preparing for the sold out Nippert Stadium and Jake Brend gives his game pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend, Ben Hutchens, and Rob Gray dive into the injury woes for Iowa State. Does it change the outlook for the season? Tight ends are throwing passes, Mouser breaks out the swinging gate to ease in a new kicker, and more. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I'm back, and Week 6 is chaos. Colorado got fined, Bobby Petrino somehow got his job back, Dabo and Belichick are giving “funeral director vs televangelist” energy, and Nebraska's legendary sellout streak? More like a shell game with balloons.
On Wednesday's Daily Clone with Jake Brend, hear from linebacker Carson Willich and safety Ta'Shawn James as they prepare for Cincinnati's dynamic quarterback Brendan Sorsby. Matt Campbell and Taylor Mouser talk about the challenge of facing off against former Iowa State linebackers coach and current Cincinnati defensive coordinator Tyson Veidt. Brend rants about ESPN's ranking of Rocco Becht in their latest quarterback power ratings. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Tuesday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend shares the news of Jontez Williams' season-ending ACL injury and what Matt Campbell said about his replacements. Jon Heacock and Carson Willich share the lessons they learned about the decimated linebacker room last season and how that relates to the secondary this season.Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Monday edition of the Daily Clone, Matt Campbell and teammates of Jeremiah Cooper explain how he's showing leadership even after his season-ending injury. Jake Brend talks about how elite Rocco Becht is playing as a junior and takes a deep dive into Cincinnati. Plus, hear what former Cyclone Curtis Jones said at Denver Nuggets media day. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend and Derek Duke react to all the Big 12 action from the weekend. Is Arizona State back? Cincy spells upset. Iowa State dominates Arizona to start 5-0. Big 12 rankings and more. Presented by WealthCharter Retirement Planning + Tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend and Chris Williams preview No. 14 Iowa State's home matchup against Arizona. What should the Cyclones be worried about? Discussing injuries and more. Presented by Channel Seed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend, Ben Hutchens, and Rob Gray discuss Tamin Lipsey's injury before diving into the Cyclones' Big 12 Basketball schedule. What about Arizona should be the cause of concern for Iowa State? One-score game success and more presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Thursday edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend takes you through what Matt Campbell, Kooper Ebel and Tre Bell had to say about preparing for Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita. Plus, Taylor Mouser shares why he's so loyal to Campbell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Wednesday edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend talks about the impact of Tamin Lipsey's injury, what the Cyclones learned over the bye week and then shows you what Jeff Woody and Taylor Mouser had to say about the very unique Arizona defense. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend and Derek Duke are welcomed by Ben Hutchens to discuss Mike Gundy's firing and what it means for Oklahoma State. What's next for the Cowboys? Coaching candidates and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Tuesday's edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend reports from Ames with an injury update on Iowa State's key players. Matt Campbell talks about life without Kyle Konrardy and his confidence in Chase Smith and reacts to the firing of Mike Gundy. Brend and Jackson Pence share their thoughts on the 2025-25 men's basketball schedule. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Monday's edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend takes a deep dive into the 3-0 Arizona Wildcats and their quarterback Noah Fifita. Then Brend breaks down Iowa State's women's basketball Big 12 schedule release, including key games at Hilton Coliseum. Finally, both basketball programs held their first official practice of the season. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Link to Big 12 Survivor Pool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend and Derek Duke go through this weekend's Big 12 slate. What did they learn? Texas Tech wins big at Utah. Arizona State isn't going anywhere. UCF has its quarterback. Power rankings, game picks, and more. Presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend, Rob Gray, and Ben Hutchens debate whether or not Iowa State should continue to play road games at Group of 5 programs before breaking down Rocco's start to the season, the remaining Iowa State schedule, and more. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Thursday edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend shares the story of how Rocco Becht and Tamin Lipsey have grown their friendship in the classroom. Then Brend gives a recap of the Iowa State's win over Iowa in volleyball and ranks Iowa State's final eight games from toughest to easiest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Wednesday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend sits down with Chris Williams to grade every position on the defensive side of the ball along with special teams for Iowa State through four games. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Tuesday's edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend sits down with Chris Williams to give their offensive position group grades through Iowa State's first four games. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Monday edition of the Daily Clone, Matt Campbell and Rocco Becht talk about the impact of the bye week and what it can do for the team following a 4-0 start. Jake Brend names a few key players who are injured heading into the bye week. Cornerback Tre Bell talks about his breakthrough against Arkansas State.Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend and Derek Duke take you through everything that happened in the Big 12 from Week Three. Is Kansas State done? Texas Tech continues run, Iowa State scrapes by, Utah takes over, game picks, and more. Presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend and Chris Williams preview No. 14 Iowa State's road matchup against Arkansas State. What should you watch for in a game like this? Predictions and more presented by Channel Seed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend, Ben Hutchens, and Rob Gray look ahead to Iowa State's game at Arkansas State. How does it compare to the Ohio loss from 2023? Heacock on a bad defensive trend to start the season. Iowa State's Ivy League connection and more. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Thursday edition of the Daily Clone with Jake Brend, Matt Campbell and Jon Heacock talk about the challenges of playing in extreme heat. Then Heacock shares how he's seen Taylor Mouser grow. Plus, Brock Purdy's injury status. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Wednesday edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend takes a deep dive into Iowa State's game against Arkansas State, sharing what Matt Campbell had to say about the game. Plus, Campbell goes into the background of the tight end pop pass and ESPN's Big Monday returns to Ames. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Tuesday edition of the Daily Clone with Jake Brend, hear what area of the defense that Jon Heacock is concerned about and how plans to fix it. Then Brend features two sophomores that are having breakout years, Brett Eskildsen and Marcus Neal. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a 3-0 Monday edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend tells you the latest Cyclones to take home Big 12 weekly awards, how Iowa State has turned the tide against their biggest rivals and what rising star head coach Alex Golesh had to say about his time in Ames. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend and Derek Duke break down the rough weekend for the Big 12. Is Gundy done? Baylor bounces back. Sun Devils' last-second loss. Is Iowa State the premier program? Weekly picks and more presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Andrew Downs, Scott Dochterman, and Jake Brend preview the Cy-Hawk matchup live from the Buffalo Wild Wings on Merle Hay Road in Des Moines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the final Daily Clone of Cy-Hawk week, Jake Brend goes into all things Mark Gronowski. Hear what Matt Campbell and Caleb Bacon had to say about Iowa's quarterback. Plus, Campbell shares how his perspective has changed in this rivalry game over the last decade. Then Brend is joined by the Director of Sports Operations at DraftKings, Johnny Avello to discuss the spread for Saturday's big game. Plus, Iowa State women's basketball released their non-conference schedule and the Big 12 is partnering with Allstate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend and Chris Williams preview No. 16 Iowa State's matchup with the Iowa Hawkeyes in the battle for the Cy-Hawk Trophy. Spots they like for the Cyclones, predictions, and more. Presented by Channel Seed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend, Rob Gray, and Ben Hutchens discuss Taylor Mouser's comments about Rocco Becht in the clutch and how Iowa State finds ways to see flaws even in a 48-point win. The beat reporters then move on to talk about the Cy-Hawk game and where Iowa State has both advantages and question marks as they look to end a 14-year drought against Iowa at home. All this and more presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Wednesday edition of the Daily Clone with Jake Brend, Taylor Mouser evaluates the Iowa State offense through two weeks and then evaluates his own performance as the offensive coordinator. Mouser and Rocco Becht both talk about the challenge of facing Iowa's defense. Then Brend closes with some news regarding the Big 12 and Barstool Sports. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Tuesday edition of the Daily Clone with Jake Brend, Taylor Mouser says he would die for Rocco Becht and calls him a psychopath, explaining what makes him so valuable in the clutch. Matt Campbell then answers what has made the road team have so much success in the CyHawk game. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a 2-0 Monday edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend shares just how dominant the tight ends were in Iowa State's 55-7 win over South Dakota. Plus, Matt Campbell shares how freshman quarterback Alex Manske has earned trust in practice. Then, Jake caught up with Tamin Lipsey and Milan Momcilovic at the Channel Seed tailgate on Saturday, Lipsey shares about his recent wedding. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend and Derek Duke react to Week One action across the Big 12 that saw K-State survive an upset bid, Iowa State dominating, and Aranda finds himself on the hot seat again. All this and more presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Thursday edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend takes you through how Jon Heacock and the Iowa State defense are preparing for South Dakota with very little film. Matt Campbell talks about the impact of the 2000 team ahead of their return to Jack Trice Stadium. The helmet cart returns, a sneak peak into "The Beat Reporters," and more on a Thursday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend welcomes Rob Gray and Ben Hutchens to the Northwest Bank Studios to share their views on Iowa State from the beat. Recapping the Kansas State game before previewing South Dakota. What's Campbell's deal with the black uniforms? All this and more presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Williams and Jake Brend preview No. 22 Iowa State's home opener against South Dakota. What to expect from the Cyclones? How the guys expect Iowa State to handle the spot and more. Presented by Channel Seed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Wednesday edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend takes a deep dive into South Dakota quarterback and former Cyclone Aidan Bouman. Hear what Matt Campbell, Jon Heacock, Jeremiah Cooper and Kooper Ebel had to say about preparing for Bouman. Plus, find out all 15 Cyclones that have landed on NFL rosters. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Tuesday edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend reports from Ames at Iowa State's weekly press conference. Kooper Ebel and Carson Hansen both talk about the selflessness to feel joy for their teammates success. Jon Heacock talks about the benefits of healthy linebackers and Matt Campbell explains why Jeremiah Cooper's position change benefits the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend and Derek Duke react to Iowa State defeating Kansas State and getting a leg up on the Big 12. Kansas wins in its new stadium debut. Making picks for Week One and more. Presented by WealthCharter Retirement + Tax. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a 1-0 Monday edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend tells you who took home Big 12 Week Zero honors. Brend also looks back at Iowa State's win over Kansas State and how they turned around the running game in the second half. Caleb Bacon talks about how special it felt to be back on the field. Then, Matt Campbell says why he thinks his team is set up for failure. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On a Friday edition of the Daily Clone, Jake Brend takes you inside downtown Dublin to show the Cyclone takeover on the Emerald Island. Matt Campbell and Chris Klieman meet the press. Campbell talks about the buzz of the game and Trevor Buhr's illness. Plus, the Cyclone Rugby Club played in Dublin and Brend took a trip into the countryside. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Thursday's Daily Clone with Jake Brend, Matt Campbell talks about what exactly is different about playing in a week zero filled with distractions and how that does or doesn't change his approach. Also, Rocco Becht addresses his struggles against K-State last year and how that's made him better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jake Brend and Brent Blum give one last final preview of Iowa State's road trip to Ireland to take on Kansas State. How do the fellas feel about a Week Zero game across the pond? Touching on the CFP and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Wednesday's Daily Clone, Jake Brend takes a deep dive into the matchup of the Iowa State defense against the Kansas State offense. Hear what Caleb Bacon and Domonique Orange had to say about slowing down quarterback Avery Johnson and running back Dylan Edwards. Then Brend recaps his first day in Dublin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices