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[CycloneVet]

I calculate 102 kids on the roster right now, but there are some walk-ons that are graduating soon and I don't know if any of them will return as 5th year seniors - WR Ty Claiborne, OT Gabriel Greenlee, OL Braden Simonsen, DT Easton Eledge, DE Chet Andrews, DB Eddie Lemos, S Caden Kock.

There are quite a few other walk-ons that I don't know if they will be on the team. It's harder to find info on them than the scholarship players - QB Wyatt Bohm, QB Major Cantrell, RB Easton Miller, RB AJ Petersen, WR Jonathan Vande Walle, WR Carson Robbins, WR Sam Zelenovich, TE Vince Benetti, TE Cash Hayden, OL Makai Sat, S Connor Welsch, DB Angelo Jackson, DB Wyatt Archer, K Chase Smith, P Jonah DuPont, LS Jacob Lyftogt, LS Gavin Schieler.

And the following scholarship players have not announced anything as far as I know - RB Ryver Peppers, TE Cooper Alexander, OL Garret Rutledge, OL Derek Jensen, OL Carson Rhodes, OL Dontrell Holt, DT Ka'Mori Moore, DE Vontroy Malone, LB Will McLaughlin, CB David Coffey, S Ethan Stecker, DB LaMarcus Hicks II.

Will McLaughlin is medically retired

 

[Cyclonepride]

I calculate 102 kids on the roster right now, but there are some walk-ons that are graduating soon and I don't know if any of them will return as 5th year seniors - WR Ty Claiborne, OT Gabriel Greenlee, OL Braden Simonsen, DT Easton Eledge, DE Chet Andrews, DB Eddie Lemos, S Caden Kock.

There are quite a few other walk-ons that I don't know if they will be on the team. It's harder to find info on them than the scholarship players - QB Wyatt Bohm, QB Major Cantrell, RB Easton Miller, RB AJ Petersen, WR Jonathan Vande Walle, WR Carson Robbins, WR Sam Zelenovich, TE Vince Benetti, TE Cash Hayden, OL Makai Sat, S Connor Welsch, DB Angelo Jackson, DB Wyatt Archer, K Chase Smith, P Jonah DuPont, LS Jacob Lyftogt, LS Gavin Schieler.

And the following scholarship players have not announced anything as far as I know - RB Ryver Peppers, TE Cooper Alexander, OL Garret Rutledge, OL Derek Jensen, OL Carson Rhodes, OL Dontrell Holt, DT Ka'Mori Moore, DE Vontroy Malone, LB Will McLaughlin, CB David Coffey, S Ethan Stecker, DB LaMarcus Hicks II.

I'm hopeful that we keep as many of those guys as possible, and I'm particularly excited about the potential of Major Cantrell (looked like he was going an entirely different speed than everyone else when he was on the field), Easton Dean (who couldn't use a RB that likes to run over people?), Ryver Peppers (based on reputation), Cooper Alexander (looked like a great tight end in the making), Will McLaughlin and David Coffey.

 

[intrepid27]

I wonder if we go after one more QB. We only have 3 scholarship QBs right now. Maybe grab one of WSU's guys just to insure we have enough depth.

What's the status of Major Cantrell? He got a couple of snaps in the non con last year. From same high school in OK as TE Cooper Alexander. Is there any word on the status of either one of these guys?

 

[BCClone]

I'm hopeful that we keep as many of those guys as possible, and I'm particularly excited about the potential of Major Cantrell (looked like he was going an entirely different speed than everyone else when he was on the field), Easton Dean (who couldn't use a RB that likes to run over people?), Ryver Peppers (based on reputation), Cooper Alexander (looked like a great tight end in the making), Will McLaughlin and David Coffey.

Isn’t Easton Dean long graduated? I may be thinking of the wrong player.

 

[BCClone]

Thought Carson Rhodes is gone.

 

[Cyclonepride]

Isn’t Easton Dean long graduated? I may be thinking of the wrong player.

Oops, Miller.

 

[CYCLNST8]

And the following scholarship players have not announced anything as far as I know - RB Ryver Peppers, TE Cooper Alexander, OL Garret Rutledge, OL Derek Jensen, OL Carson Rhodes, OL Dontrell Holt, DT Ka'Mori Moore, DE Vontroy Malone, LB Will McLaughlin, CB David Coffey, S Ethan Stecker, DB LaMarcus Hicks II.

Thank you for this comprehensive list. I really hope to hear something soon. I guess no news is good news? A lot of these guys were on the 2-deep.

 

[FallOf81]

Gotta be honest, when I first read it, I thought it said Colorado School of Mimes. I thought ... man, those practices must be something, not a word said.

 

[Cyclonepride]

Gotta be honest, when I first read it, I thought it said Colorado School of Mimes. I thought ... man, those practices must be something, not a sound.

They just go through the motions

 

[FallOf81]

They just go through the motions

I can see the benefit as a lineman.... hands up, defensive posture.

 

[cyclone1209]

2026 College Football Transfer Portal Position Rankings

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There are a lot of unclaimed running backs out there. I would prefer we use some remaining funds to maybe get 1 running back, and 1 impact defensive end or linebacker. Then go fill out the rest of positions at a reasonable rate. This is where I'd like to see a splash.

I'll commend these guys in that two of the offensive tackles are damn good players, the safety from toledo looks great, and several of the Washington State guys look good. There's no way we have spent majority of our budget though.

 

[RedlineSi]

QB Williams hits portal despite signed UW deal

Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. said on social media Tuesday night he is entering the transfer portal, a move that comes just days after he agreed to return to the Huskies for the 2026 season.

www.espn.com

 

[ConvertedCycloneFan]

I think that is why CJfR, and his staff, are doing this right. Playing the long game.
The longer you are in the portal, the more your price drops.
To quote Ray, there are lots of running backs. Lots and lots!
We can swoop in next week and pick one up at a bargain price!

 

[Cyfan1965]

This is all getting....

 

[CYCLNST8]

2026 College Football Transfer Portal Position Rankings

2026 College football Transfer Portal Position Rankings

247sports.com

There are a lot of unclaimed running backs out there. I would prefer we use some remaining funds to maybe get 1 running back, and 1 impact defensive end or linebacker. Then go fill out the rest of positions at a reasonable rate. This is where I'd like to see a splash.

I'm not a premium member, but I know the guys that are have been teasing two crystal balls and "silent commits." I haven't bothered to do an in-depth investigation, but I'm pretty sure you'll get your running back soon enough.

 

[BCClone]

I can see the benefit as a lineman.... hands up, defensive posture.

I suppose holding would be easy to call because they would be doing the rope pulling motion?

 

[drmwevr08]

This is all getting....
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But stupid.

 

[twojman]

How is ISU doing with CBs? We just got a stud safety but we need guys that can cover

 

[demoncore1031]

What's the status of Major Cantrell? He got a couple of snaps in the non con last year. From same high school in OK as TE Cooper Alexander. Is there any word on the status of either one of these guys?

Both still Cyclones as far as I know. I hope Cantrell moves to RB or slot WR.

 

[Kinch]