Iowa State linebacker O’Rien Vance has transformed himself in hoping to land a spot on an NFL roster.
The native of Cedar Rapids closed his Cyclone career by finishing third in tackles in 2022 and a team leading 10 tackles for loss. Vance has lost 20 pounds since the end of the season as he works out for scouts and prepares for the NFL Draft.
Vance says dropping the weight has helped with his mobility.
Vance hopes the recent success of former Cyclones in the NFL will help get him a chance to earn a roster spot.
He may need to go the route of undrafted free agent but ISU defensive coordinator Jon Heacock believes some team will give him a shot.
Heacock says Vance could fill a number of different roles.
