Caleb Williams and his dad looked into different ways to avoid getting drafted by the Bears. He even considered signing with the UFL.

Also, he wanted to go to the Vikings instead because he liked O'Connell.

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45161794/caleb-williams-sought-way-going-chicago-bears

This would be a major feature advancement! Hope it happens soon!

@Mr Janny and I have an appt over lunch today that requires my car, so we spent an exorbitant amount of time figuring out where and when we would meet so he could drive my car. Because he drives 99.99999% of the time and we both like it that way.

What is your preferred spot in a car? Driver, or shotgun? Or maybe middle-back? Do you have any special reasons - like, I hate riding long distances in the back because I get motion sickness.

First time in years, ended up at capt Roy’s down in Birdland marina. Good time but I haven’t been listening me this in a long time

What’s your choice?

Cinnamon sugar
Raspberry
Cherry
Strawberry
Other

frosted or not frosted?

toasted crispy or just warmed?

Buttered?

The drinking thread got me to thinking about my overall health and wellness. I currently take a multi-vitamin, fish oil, and recently started taking magnesium as I struggle with anxiety and have read it can help with that. I've been thinking about also adding in a vitamin D supplement but haven't done that yet. Are there others out there that could be beneficial? I'm not talking prescription diet pill crap you see in Requiem for a Dream that get you addicted, but more natural supplements.

Iowa State is scheduled to play in the upcoming Players Era Tournament for 2025, but 2026 sounds like it's going to be a 32 team tournament style event with NIL payouts. Sounds like all teams that are participating in 2025 will also participate in 2026. If so, that's big time for Iowa State.

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Last year I purchased a 2021 Grand Design RV (private treaty). It has a hard wired back up camera and the previous owner had a 2016 Silverado 2500. I have a 2024 Silverado and the camera does not work. In doing some research I ran across several similar cameras that were specific to a group of model years such as "GMC 2014-2020". Does this make sense that the camera id just not compatible with newer trucks?

This is fun…

Rocco at #11.

Given the total BS of several of the QB’s listed above him, I can only assume Rocco is actually top 5.

I know there are some folks here as trashy as me and rock the above ground pool. I’ve thrown a couple patches (from the pool store) at ours and they’ve held steady.

I just filled it up for the summer and have a leak at the seam. Any tips on sealing this thing up around a seam?

Chris Williams and Brent Blum take a look at Iowa State’s schedule to determine which games are the toughest. Hunter Dekkers signs with the Saints and more. Presented by Mechdyne.

My son is thinking about going out for golf next year as a freshman. He’s basically played a few times and that’s it.

Was thinking about getting some lessons for him this summer, I don’t play. I don’t think he expects to play the tournaments but I don’t want him to be terrible, that’s no fun.

Any recommendations in the Des Moines/Ankeny areas?

I don't get the upside down logo/words hat trend. Can someone explain it. I guess I'm old now.

Details have been coming out over the past year or so but this is the first time I've seen pricing announced.


There are two plans that will be available through the revamped ESPN app: an unlimited subscription for $30 per month and a select plan for $12 per month. The former includes all of ESPN's linear networks. You'll be able to watch (deep breath) ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SECN, ACCN, ESPNEWS and ESPN Deportes live, as well as ESPN on ABC, ESPN+, ESPN3, SECN+ and ACCNX. ESPN's press release does not mention the inclusion of ESPN8 The Ocho, a free ad-supported streaming channel that features all kinds of strange and wonderful sports.

Along with studio shows and original programming like the 30 for 30 films, the unlimited plan offers access to 47,000 live events every year plus on-demand replays, ESPN says. That includes games from the big four North American sports leagues, along with the NWSL, PGA Tour, UFC, Big 12, the College Football Playoff, dozens of NCAA championships, major European soccer leagues, three of the tennis grand slam tournaments and much more. The select plan, meanwhile, is basically what ESPN+ is now.

Looks like we are ranked at 11 in the poll.

We all know it’s early , but as Chris and Brent have said early projections actually do matter. Maybe we get some love, when it matters.

NOTICE: Auction Close has moved to Wed night at 8pm based on feedback and expected energy levels this week.​

Due to some unforeseen and growing needs related to our family's situation, I'm selling the remainder of my favorite Cyclone Collectibles. I'd like to do so in a silent auction type format, but none of the "free" charity auction sites are actually free.

The items for auction are listed below. Since there is no good way to do this, I have linked a Google Form as a bid sheet and will try to update this post as often as possible with the current highest amount. The winning bidder will submit payment via our GoFundMe page and we will ship out within a couple days (the large framed picture will be the hardest). Ames and Waukee area arrangements can also be made for pickup to save money and shipping.

Auction Start: Today
Auction Close: Friday, May 16th at 8pm CST
Auction Close: Wednesday, May 14th at 8pm CST

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Item 1: Brock Purdy Signed 49ers Full-Size Helmet with COA
- Personally received the week before Brock's Super Bowl game.
- Helmet full-size, mint condition, and looks gorgeous.
- COA included.

CURRENT BID: Updated Bid Amounts will be posted as new replies going forward for purposes of speed near closing.

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Item 2: Brock Purdy Signed 49ers Framed Picture (Large 16" x 20") with COA
- Personally received the week before Brock's Super Bowl game.
- Picture is beautiful and signature prominent.
- COA included.

CURRENT BID: Updated Bid Amounts will be posted as new replies going forward for purposes of speed near closing.

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Item 3: ISU Football Game-Worn Throwback Helmet, 2007 vs Iowa, Chizik Signed
- Personally received after 2007 game vs Iowa so there is no COA.
- Throwback game was honoring the 1977 Peach Bowl team.
- While I received this onsite, there were 20 others auctioned off by ISU (link).
- Can be displayed with Chizik side facing the wall if desired

CURRENT BID: Updated Bid Amounts will be posted as new replies going forward for purposes of speed near closing.

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*Proceeds will go towards medical related costs outlined in the linked GoFundMe page.

Donate to Help Support Young Iowa Family Fight Parkinson's, organized by Jeremy Lind

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Hoping for another successful Cy's House of Trivia this Saturday. Let's go!

Team Schmiedums here.

Done by end of summer.

Already announced at least two other closings in Cheyenne, WY and Loveland, CO.
We've bought boots, shoes, water bottles, jackets, etc. there over the years. Not sure where else to find some of what they offered in hiking boots and shoes.

Grant Mahoney and Jeff Woody welcome on Iowa State superfan Dan Barrett to discuss his incredible streak of attending Cyclone games, his favorite memories, and everything in between. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing.

With the schedule coming out tonight is there a game you are looking forward to?

I will probably go to a game this year, it couldn't be the weekend of a Cyclones home game and will need to have a Cyclone presence on a team.

A few I am considering

49ers at Browns
Jets at Bills
Lions at Philadelphia
Jets at Denver (hoping for same week as CU game)
49ers at Colts
Texans at Titans
Any game in Detroit

Any others standout?

I should add I would like to go somewhere new. GB, MN, Chicago and KC are out.

According to Iowa State's fact book (media guide) the Cyclones tied 46 games.

Against Marquette in 1951, Cyclone George Hess had 601 punting yards, were outgained 240-5, had 47 rushes for five yards, attempted zero passes and recorded one first down against Marquette in 1951.

Iowa State led 6-0 at half thanks to Bob Rohwedder's 42 yard pick six.



A 73 yard pass to Hilltopper freshman Ron Drzewiecki (drafted 11th overall in the 1955 NFL Draft) with about three minutes left tied the game at 6.


“He Swam All The Way” Photo credit: Department of Special Collections and University Archives, Marquette University Libraries.

Just noticed that ISU plays Houston Christian Dec 29. The head coach of HCU is Craig Doty. Craig coached Graceland University (where I taught for 20 years) when Graceland won the national title in 2018. Will be fun to see him back in Iowa again.

My daughter is selling football t-shirts again this year to help raise money for the cyclone cheer team to travel to out of state games to cheer on the football/basketball teams and to Daytona Beach to compete at NCA nationals.
The NEW 2025 ISU Football T-Shirts are now available…. $20 per shirt.
Size S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL
If you are interested in purchasing a shirt through the link below please list Sarina Oginski in section 3 of the order form as the athlete you are supporting.
Pre-sale ends on April 14th and orders will be shipped out mid-April.
If you would rather not pay for shipping and live near campus comment below or send me a pm. You could send payment through Venmo,Zelle or PayPal and she could hand deliver the shirts when she gets them in May or at any home football game. Thank you!