Freshman tight end (84) Drew Byrd runs with the ball in the “Midnight Alley” drill during Iowa State’s 2026 Spring Showcase on April 25. Photo by Jacqueline Cordova.

The defense won the day, despite some explosive plays by the offense.

But it was “Midnight Alley” that stole the show. It was a display of what the Jimmy Rogers era can be about.

Jake Brend reports from Jack Trice Stadium.