FIRST FOOTBALL RECRUITING VISITOR'S WEEKEND FILM REVIEW | Iowa State Cyclones LIVE #67

Failed to add items

Sorry, we are unable to add the item because your shopping cart is already at capacity.

Add to basket failed.

Please try again later

Add to wishlist failed.

Please try again later

Remove from wishlist failed.

Please try again later

Adding to library failed

Please try again

Follow podcast failed

Unfollow podcast failed

FIRST FOOTBALL RECRUITING VISITOR'S WEEKEND FILM REVIEW | Iowa State Cyclones LIVE #67

Listen for free

View show details

Episode Notes: FIRST FOOTBALL RECRUITING VISITOR'S WEEKEND FILM REVIEW | Iowa State Cyclones LIVE #67 Host: Levi Stevenson (Carter off this week) Show: Iowa State Cyclones Live on IowaStateVOCFB Date/Context: 5/26/2026 Overview Focus: Film review of several 2027 prospects visiting Iowa State this weekend.Emphasis on in-state commits visiting + several high-upside targets.Levi highlights a shift toward competing more with Power 5 peers rather than lower-tier programs. Key Commits Visiting This Weekend Will Slagle, Isaiah Hansen (in-state)Gavin Erickson-Statton, Cohen Hintzman (offensive linemen)Zavod Robinson (DL, Minneapolis – likely DT)Joe Vineyard (TE, Waukee – in-state)Positive to have multiple already-committed players on campus, especially in-state ones. Prospects Reviewed (Film Breakdowns) 1. Chris Wilson – DE, Yorktown, IN Big, physical (6'5", 235 lbs).Dominant high school edge rusher with size/athleticism advantage.Strong against the run, good quickness, mix of hand-in-dirt and stand-up rushing.Offers: Cincinnati, Purdue, Iowa State, Kansas, Auburn, Indiana, Kentucky, etc.High-upside but questions on translating vs. bigger college tackles.Iowa State in the mix with closer-to-home schools (Purdue/Cincy). 2. Jalen Welch – S, Loganville, GA Good size (6'3", 190 lbs).Ball hawk with excellent instincts; always around the ball.Comfortable in space, run support, and showed nickel/edge rush ability.Strong in coverage and open-field tackling (minor technique notes).Fits as nickel or free safety in Iowa State's defense.Offers from West Virginia, Syracuse, Boston College, North Carolina, etc. (peers for Iowa State). 3. Elijah Shaw – OL, Leawood, KS Massive project (6'9", ~273 lbs) with basketball background → very athletic.4-star (247) / high 3-star composite.Raw but enormous upside; needs pad level work, strength, and ~50+ lbs.Competes with Wisconsin, Minnesota, Ole Miss, Arkansas.Potential NFL trajectory if developed (Jake Thornton mentioned as ideal coach).Huge foundational piece for the O-line. 4. Roman Combs – DB/Athlete, West Chester, OH (Lakota West) Versatile defensive back (corner focus in highlights).Good technique variety (squared-up jamming + open/quarter-turn hips for flexibility).Solid in coverage, ball skills, and special teams.Offers include Purdue, Illinois, Pitt, Penn State, Indiana, Iowa, etc.First noted Iowa State vs. Penn State recruiting battle. 5. Ryan Paulson – DE, DeWitt, IA (in-state) Strong run defender / edge setter.Disruptive vs. run, good motor, physical.Offers from Illinois, Minnesota, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Wisconsin, etc.Projects as high-level run defender (Zach Peterson comp vibes).Key in-state target. 6. Cade Newman – TE, Ankeny Centennial, IA (in-state) 6'5", 210 lbs – good run blocker with reliable hands.Fits Iowa State's projected offense (run-heavy, intermediate passing).Solid competition level in Iowa 4A.Iowa State currently his best offer. 7. Brian Manuel – WR, (details lighter) Smooth, modern route-runner; quick in space, good hands/YAC.Not overly explosive but consistent and productive.Solid athlete; needs to develop a dominant trait for Power 5.Iowa State stands out as top offer. Additional Mentions Brody Campbell (QB, GA) – Offered recently; visiting soon. Connection via Jarvis West.Other visitors noted but not deeply reviewed: Drew Agasson, Jordan Kreider, Logan DuBose, Jason Wood, etc.Strong recruiting focus on Texas, Georgia, and traditional Midwest/Kansas City areas. Takeaways Iowa State getting quality visits and competing at a higher level.Emphasis on keeping in-state talent (Paulson, Newman) while adding high-ceiling pieces like Shaw and Wilson.Positive momentum with commits returning to campus.Levi optimistic on several targets but realistic about competition (geography, program prestige). Next Episode Tease: More film reviews (Carl Jones, Bennett Conkey, Caleb Jordan, etc.) + potential commitment updates. Great solo episode from Levi with detailed, honest film analysis! Go Cyclones. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

No reviews yet