Iowa State’s Young Backfield Rising | Iowa State Cyclones Basketball News

Iowa State’s young, hungry backfield is ready to make noise this season, led by special teams phenoms Aiden Flora and Cameron Pettaway—both averaging over 26 and 33 yards per return—who’re being held back in practice to stay fresh for games. Under new coach Jimmy Rogers, they’re stepping up as primary rushers and receivers out of the backfield, complemented by veteran Tulane transfer Arnold Barnes, who brings explosive power for short-yardage. Freshman Caleb Francois and walk-on-turned-contributor Easton Miller also loom as key contributors. Picked last in the Big 12, the team embraces the underdog role with nothing to lose—and everything to prove. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/831784028cc54bcb