Iowa State football wasted no time naming Matt Campbell’s successor to lead the Cyclones.
Just about an hour after Campbell’s departure to Penn State was confirmed by the Register, the Cyclones announced Washington State coach Jimmy Rogers would replace Campbell.
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Rogers has spent just one year coaching at the FBS level, but he has a wide range of experience and has found success at virtually every level he has coached at. Here’s what you need to know about the new Iowa State head coach, Jimmy Rogers.
Who is Iowa State football coach Jimmy Rogers?
Rogers was named the 34th head coach of the Cyclones on Dec. 5. Before landing the job in Ames, he spent one season at Washington State and guided the Cougars to a 6-6 record.
Before his stint in Pullman, he spent nearly his entire coaching career at South Dakota State, working as a GA, linebackers coach, defensive coordinator and eventually, head coach. He spent one season as a GA at Florida Atlantic.
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During his time in South Dakota, he was a part of two national titles, one as defensive coordinator (2022) and the other as head coach (2023). He also led the Jackrabbits back to the national semifinals in 2024.
How long has Jimmy Rogers been a head coach?
Rogers served as head coach at South Dakota State for two seasons before spending one season at Washington State.
What is Jimmy Rogers’ record as a head coach?
During his three total seasons as a head coach, Rogers has accumulated a record of 33-9 and went 6-6 at the FBS level in his lone season with Washington State.
Where did Jimmy Rogers go to college?
Rogers, a native of Hamilton, Arizona, attended South Dakota State and played linebacker for the Jackrabbits. He graduated in 2009 and began working as a graduate assistant in 2010.
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What did Jimmy Rogers say about leading Iowa State football?
In a press release announcing the hire, Rogers said this:
“My family and I are excited to be joining the Iowa State University community and the Cyclone football program. Iowa State has been one of the nation’s top programs for the last decade and we look forward to building upon its upward trajectory. I’m extremely grateful for the opportunity that Jamie Pollard has given me to lead the Cyclones.
“From the administration, to the alumni and current student-athletes, this University has everything needed to compete at the highest level in college football. I am honored to be given this opportunity and responsibility and cannot wait to get started!”
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What did Iowa State AD Jamie Pollard say about Jimmy Rogers?
In a press release announcing the hire, Pollard said this:
“Jimmy Rogers is a rising star in college athletics who has very strong ties to the Midwest both as a player and as a coach. He has been on my short-list ever since the first time I met him. He immediately impressed me with his interest in Iowa State University and told me during our first visit several years ago that he wanted to be the next head coach at Iowa State.
“Since our initial meeting, I have stayed in close contact with him and have been very impressed with his work ethic and understanding of what it takes to be successful at Iowa State. He is a proven winner who has demonstrated throughout his career that he will fit our culture.”
This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: Who is Jimmy Rogers? What to know about Iowa State football new coach
