Iowa State Cyclones Roster 2019 Cyclones Roster

Head Coach: Matt Campbell        2017 Salary: $2,100,000               Defensive Coordinator: Jon Heacock         

Stadium: Jack Trice Stadium       Surface: Grass        City: Ames        State: Iowa

Iowa State pulled off the miraculous in 2017, beating two, top-five performers and ending the season with 8 wins. On paper this looks impressive but returning to this form is highly unlikely for a squad that will have to be road warriors in 2018. Kyle Kempt returns to the starting quarterback role after graduating from the university in Spring. His schooling status leaves plenty of focus on the field, which is something he continues to work on to bring extra elements to his conservative game. 4 out 5 returning starters on the offensive line boats the protection for Kempt, leaving little room for error. David Montgomery is the team's star back, who continues to relieve pressures on any new additions to the offensive outlook.

The defense builds around returning players and will remain highly consistent at all levels. This side of the ball features multiple playmakers but will need to take some more chances within the secondary to feature a higher level of effectiveness in 2018. While the Cyclones get all but one ranked opponent at home, their Big 12 schedule is mashed with tough areas to play on the road. A visit to Texas and an in-state battle with Iowa are two key contests for the team this season. While they have the opportunity to take down some top-25 competition in 2018, they have to prove that they have the longevity and stamina to keep up with these high-end levels of contests.