Tracking The Storm: Stories From Loyal Sons

A bye week, another frustrating loss, and more questions than answers. On this episode of Tracking the Storm, Chris and Keith unload on Iowa State’s performance against Arizona—from questionable quarterback decisions and missed opportunities to the costly fumble that summed up the night.Is it time to hand Connor Moberly the offense? Where does Zane Flores fit into the conversation? The guys debate the Cyclones’ quarterback situation, explain what needs to change before Oklahoma State, and examine the increasingly difficult road to bowl eligibility. Plus, a discussion about quarterback development across college football, NIL and transfer portal challenges, and a little optimism as Cyclone basketball approaches.Honest reactions. Strong opinions. Loyal sons forever true.Recorded LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studio. Sponsored by KnoPros Remodeling, Jenny Farrel REMAX Concepts, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Bats and Bugs Pest Solutions, and Revelton Distilling Company.

Where do the Cyclones go from here? Chris and Keith break down Iowa State’s loss to BYU, an offense struggling to find answers and a defense that kept fighting. With a bye week ahead, is it time for a quarterback change—or can simpler reads, better execution and a stronger downfield passing game turn things around?The guys go game by game through the remaining schedule, debate a possible 7–5 finish and map out a path to bowl eligibility. Plus, Big 12 power rankings, BYU’s fourth-down gambles, a salute to Cyclone legend Troy Davis and some hilarious reminders of why neither host should tackle home improvement projects.Honest takes, Cyclone pride and plenty of laughs on Tracking the Storm, part of Iowa’s Independent Podcast Network, 3 Beards Media.Sponsored by KnoPros Remodeling, Jenny Farrel REMAX Concepts, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Bats and Bugs Pest Solutions and Revelton Distilling Company.LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studio.

Iowa State’s loss to Utah left plenty for Cyclones fans to unpack. The Tracking the Storm crew breaks down the slow start, the defense’s second-half adjustments, missed tackles, and an offense still searching for its rhythm. Should the Cyclones make more use of their quarterback’s running ability? The guys also discuss the team’s fight to get back in the game, what gives them hope for the rest of the season, and the reaction to former Cyclones at Penn State.LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studio. Sponsored by KnoPros Remodeling, Jenny Farrel RE/MAX Concepts, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, Bats and Bugs Pest Solutions, and Revelton Distilling Company.

Iowa State football is back — and the Cyclones opened the season exactly how they were supposed to: with physicality, pressure and domination.On this episode of Tracking the Storm, Chris and Keith break down Iowa State’s season-opening win, including a defense that flew to the football, piled up six sacks and forced three turnovers. They discuss the early signs of the new era, the increased aggression and physicality, and why this team may have a much higher ceiling than people expect.Then it’s officially Cy-Hawk Week.Keith looks back at playing, coaching and experiencing the Iowa-Iowa State rivalry firsthand, while Chris brings the receipts: Iowa hasn’t beaten Iowa State at Kinnick Stadium since 2018. They revisit memorable Cy-Hawk moments, the history and hatred behind the rivalry, and why this matchup means so much more when neighbors, friends and families live it 365 days a year.Plus: opening-week college football chaos, questionable officiating, a brutal Michigan controversy, the changing traditions of college football — and Chris’ absolutely terrible attempt at shotgunning a beer.Sponsored by KnoPros Remodeling, Jenny Farrell RE/MAX Concepts, Iowa Beef Steakhouse, and Revelton Distilling Company.🎙️ Tracking the Storm — LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studio, part of Iowa’s Independent Podcast Network, 3 Beards Media.

Iowa State tight ends coach Seth Hestness joins Tracking the Storm for an inside look at the culture being built in Ames and why this new era of Cyclone football is centered on physicality, toughness, grit and togetherness.Hestness shares his journey from Mason City and Wartburg College to stops at Minnesota, North Dakota State, Tennessee State and Army before getting the opportunity to come home to Iowa and join the Iowa State staff. He talks about the coaches and mentors who helped shape his career, the sacrifices required to climb the coaching ranks, and why developing players as people matters just as much as what happens on Saturdays.The conversation turns to the Cyclones themselves: building an almost entirely new roster, surviving adversity together, the players who chose to stay at Iowa State, the importance of the tight end room, and why Hestness believes this team has already developed a special bond.His message is simple: sometimes the grass isn't greener somewhere else—you have to water the grass where you are.Plus, get an inside look at training camp, the competition in the trenches, Coach Rogers' leadership style, and what Cyclone fans should expect from a team determined to make physicality and grit its identity.🌪️ Tracking the Storm — following Iowa State athletics and the people building the future in Ames.Sponsored by:KnoPros RemodelingJenny Farrell Team – RE/MAX ConceptsIowa Beef SteakhouseRevelton Distilling Company🎙️ LIVE from the AKC Andrew Downs Studio