Ames, Iowa – Iowa State head coach Matt Campbell announced Thursday the signing of two prep players.
The Cyclones, who signed 19 players during the early signing period in December, have added defensive lineman BJ Carter (6-4, 280, Middleburg, Fla. [Middleburg]) and running back Jayden Jackson (5-11, 215, Franklin, Texas [Franklin]).
“Our program is excited to add BJ Carter and Jayden Jackson to our 2025 signing class,” Campbell said. “This is a talented group that we believe aligns with the values our program stands for and the vision for where we are headed. BJ and Jayden both had tremendous senior years and will be ready to help us continue to build Cyclone Football as they arrive to Ames this summer.”
Iowa State’s class included 21 future Cyclones, 11 on offense and 10 on defense. The players come from 10 different states, with Iowa producing seven of the signees.
According to On3, ISU signed five of the top six players in Iowa, while Rivals has Iowa State landing six of the state’s top 10 players.
Quarterback Alex Manske was a four-star recruit, along with linebacker Will Hawthorne and offensive lineman Will Tompkins. Ohio offensive lineman Kuol Kuol was a four-star signee according to 247sports.
