Iowa State is on the precipice of entering an era

[Remo Gaggi]

We all have to ask ourselves, what can we do individually to help continue the unprecedented growth of the program. One, is of course is to continue to purchase tickets, and if possible, buy more. For me, I had two season tickets, and I now have four. And if you can't make the game, be sure you give them to someone who can. I think we can all agree after last week's game that a stadium full of cheering fans for four full quarters makes a pretty compelling statement. We need to make Jack Trice just as imposing as Hilton. Minimal seats for visitors (especially hok fans every other year).

 

[madguy30]

The most impressive thing about Campbell's the years in Ames is that every year his coaches has adapted the plan to find something that works, and the team plays markedly better once they figure them out.

Think about how rare that is in college football. Most coaches have a "system" they recruit to, and that is their brand. The only coach that comes to mind who does what Campbell does is Snyder at KSU. Their system is "just win, baby" and you dread playing them at the end of the year when they've figured things out. That's exactly what you need at a school like ours.

Agreed, although I have issue with a lack of adapting in-game in the early goings to give a better chance than was given.

Offensive scheme and personnel in the Iowa and TCU games likely changes those outcomes. Iowa had holes in the defense that ISU refused to exploit, and Purdy coming in in the 4th quarter at TCU likely screws up TCU's defense and gives ISU at least a better chance.

OU the scheme worked since OU's defense wasn't as resilient but then it was just execution on both sides of the ball.

 

[BillBrasky4Cy]

Agreed, although I have issue with a lack of adapting in-game in the early goings to give a better chance than was given.

Offensive scheme and personnel in the Iowa and TCU games likely changes those outcomes. Iowa had holes in the defense that ISU refused to exploit, and Purdy coming in in the 4th quarter at TCU likely screws up TCU's defense and gives ISU at least a better chance.

OU the scheme worked since OU's defense wasn't as resilient but then it was just execution on both sides of the ball.

Adapting is one thing but missing that SDSU game was a major setback to a team that struggled to find it's identity. If Iowa and Iowa state lined up right now our offense would look night and day compared to our first game.

 

[Cyclone06]

I couldn't be more impressed with the program right now or more excited for the future. But calling UNI a tuneup is asinine. Lets feel like we do today for 5 straight years before we mount that high horse.

 

[Die4Cy]

Agreed, although I have issue with a lack of adapting in-game in the early goings to give a better chance than was given.

Offensive scheme and personnel in the Iowa and TCU games likely changes those outcomes. Iowa had holes in the defense that ISU refused to exploit, and Purdy coming in in the 4th quarter at TCU likely screws up TCU's defense and gives ISU at least a better chance.

OU the scheme worked since OU's defense wasn't as resilient but then it was just execution on both sides of the ball.

I think what it shows is that the ISU coaches are elite at self scouting their team once they have enough tape of live game action to help them make decisions. And unafraid to make unconventional moves to help the team win. Of course the key to that is identifying the players you need and getting them to commit so that they are ready to make plays when their number is called.

That is what truly has separated Campbell and company from other guys that have been at ISU.

 

[Cyliam]

in which it is no longer considered an upset when Iowa State beats schools like Oklahoma State, West Virginia etc and in fact there could come a time when it is considered an upset for Iowa State to lose to schools like that.

I'll be honest - I never thought I'd see it a few years ago. What changed was the influx of cash from the Big XII and private donations which allowed major stadium and facilities upgrades and the athletic director making a home run hire in Campbell. When you look at Purdy for example he had visits to some big time programs but chose Iowa State. I'm sure when Campbell was interviewed for the job he took a look at the facilities he realized he could showcase those to recruits and make use of them to develop his players. Combine those facilities with a top notch coach and the program is on the rise - and the rest of the Big 12 schools know it.

That was a terrific win, but the reality is Campbell hasn't yet accompmished anything 2 of the last 3 coached didn't. For anything to really change he needs to achieve consistent success and chose tp stay here. I hope he gets it done but lets not pretend he's rewritten the last 100 years of program history after a season and a half.

 

[Rural]

That was a terrific win, but the reality is Campbell hasn't yet accompmished anything 2 of the last 3 coached didn't. For anything to really change he needs to achieve consistent success and chose tp stay here. I hope he gets it done but lets not pretend he's rewritten the last 100 years of program history after a season and a half.

WTF

 

[CyTwins]

That was a terrific win, but the reality is Campbell hasn't yet accompmished anything 2 of the last 3 coached didn't. For anything to really change he needs to achieve consistent success and chose tp stay here. I hope he gets it done but lets not pretend he's rewritten the last 100 years of program history after a season and a half.

Go away troll

 

[Raymeus]

I think the current state of the program shows the effect of having the right coach.

From CPR to CMC, the only change was the coach - and the effect is amazing. Now the question is how long will he stay?

Here's my prediction: CMC will be here a long time. I don't think he has NFL aspirations. And I honestly believe that there are only a couple of programs that he would leave for, namely Ohio State. Maybe Notre Dame.

 

[Isu4meandyou]

That was a terrific win, but the reality is Campbell hasn't yet accompmished anything 2 of the last 3 coached didn't. For anything to really change he needs to achieve consistent success and chose tp stay here. I hope he gets it done but lets not pretend he's rewritten the last 100 years of program history after a season and a half.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I don't recall two of the last three coaches beating three top 10 teams in a span of just over 1 year . And in that same span, beating a total of 5 ranked teams. I also don't ever recall Iowa State getting this much respect, and dread from opposing teams having to face us.

 

[harimad]

That was a terrific win, but the reality is Campbell hasn't yet accompmished anything 2 of the last 3 coached didn't. For anything to really change he needs to achieve consistent success and chose tp stay here. I hope he gets it done but lets not pretend he's rewritten the last 100 years of program history after a season and a half.

^^ Found the guy that's still salty about Rhoads' trajectory.

Dude, if you can't see the difference between Rhoads winning with Chizik's recruits, and Campbell winning with Campbell's recruits; if you can't see the difference between lucking into Ws once in awhile vs. physically competing and even dominating the top-tier teams in the league... then I don't know what to say to you.

 

[CyTwins]

^^ Found the guy that's still salty about Rhoads' trajectory.

Dude, if you can't see the difference between Rhoads winning with Chizik's recruits, and Campbell winning with Campbell's recruits; if you can't see the difference between lucking into Ws once in awhile vs. physically competing and even dominating the top-tier teams in the league... then I don't know what to say to you.

He's an Iowa fan

 

[FinalFourCy]

Trolls during our off week? CMC is definitely changing things.

It’s clear CMC already has this program at the level to compete with anyone. Unfortunately we’ve had some bad breaks the past 1.5 years that have prevented having breakthrough type seasons.

 

[harimad]

He's a douchebag.

Oh

 

[UnCytely]

I don't know... we were on a similar precipice with the men's basketball program right before Fred Hoiberg left, then he did leave and we've been picking up the pieces since then. I will believe it when I see it.

 

[exCyDing]

Trolls during our off week? CMC is definitely changing things.

It’s clear CMC already has this program at the level to compete with anyone. Unfortunately we’ve had some bad breaks the past 1.5 years that have prevented having breakthrough type seasons.

I think next year is primed to the breakout year. Oklahoma will still be Oklahoma and Texas seems to be getting it together under Herman. Ideally, Montgomery and Butler would be back for their senior year’s, but the youth and depth of the team is exciting.

That said, a 10-win season this year isn’t outlandish with as well as this team has come together over the past 2 weeks.

 

[Beyerball]

I think next year is primed to the breakout year. Oklahoma will still be Oklahoma and Texas seems to be getting it together under Herman. Ideally, Montgomery and Butler would be back for their senior year’s, but the youth and depth of the team is exciting.

That said, a 10-win season this year isn’t outlandish with as well as this team has come together over the past 2 weeks.

We return a crap load of talent on this team next year...But i highly doubt DM returns..If he’s on draft boards for top 2-3 rounds then he’s gone and its not even a question. Butler could be more 50/50...Again all depends on where he might be projected. He’s definately an NFL WR IMO.

 

[cyclones500]

I don't know... we were on a similar precipice with the men's basketball program right before Fred Hoiberg left, then he did leave and we've been picking up the pieces since then. I will believe it when I see it.

If we've been "picking up the pieces," I can't complain too much. Two tournament appearances (including a Sweet 16), a Big 12 tournament title, early-season tournament trophy, a 23- and 24-win season, fourth place in Big 12 regular season and 24th in the final AP rankings, ended KU's Phog win-streak .... Dreadful, dreadful memories.

 

[StClone]

We may be entering a new era but it may take a few more winning seasons to know for sure. WE have definitely left an era of being perceived as a lower level program.

 

[burn587]

I don't know... we were on a similar precipice with the men's basketball program right before Fred Hoiberg left, then he did leave and we've been picking up the pieces since then. I will believe it when I see it.

Those pieces were left by Fred. As much as we all loved him, his unbalanced recruiting classes left us in a huge hole that Prohm had to fix.