
USMNT World Cup roster projection: Who's in, who's on the bubble for the 26-man squad
USMNT World Cup roster projection: Key players and bubble candidates
Five Cyclones have signed contracts with NFL teams, including Tyler Miller with the Denver Broncos and Jim Bonifas with the Miami Dolphins. Dylan Barrett joins the Green Bay Packers, while Tyler Moore receives a camp invitation from the Carolina Panthers.
Tyler Miller, an offensive lineman from Scranton, is moving on to the Denver Broncos following a durable six-season career. An All-Big 12 Third Team selection as a senior, Miller played in 55 games and made 50 starts, finishing his tenure with 39 consecutive startsāthe longest active streak in the Big 12. His time in Ames was marked by 46 wins, five bowl games, and two Big 12 Championship appearances.
Jim Bonifas, a Dubuque Senior alumnus, joins the Miami Dolphins after a career defined by persistence. After starting every game at center in 2023 and serving as a reserve in 2024, he reclaimed his starting role for the entire 2025 season, earning All-Big 12 Honorable Mention honors. His leadership on the line helped the Cyclones average 174.7 rushing yards per game, the programās best mark since 2020.
Dylan Barrett, originally from St. Charles, Illinois, is now a member of the Green Bay Packers after transferring from Wisconsin. In two seasons as a Cyclone, he appeared in 20 games and made 16 starts, with 14 at left guard. Barrettās efficiency on the interior was a key factor in the 2025 offense, which saw its top two rushers average over 5.0 yards per carry.
Tyler Moore, a Des Moines native and Johnston alumnus, has agreed to a camp invitation with the Carolina Panthers after five seasons as a tight end. Moore appeared in 44 games and made 12 starts, recording 21 receptions for 245 yards and two touchdowns. He was a member of four bowl teams and played in two Big 12 Championship games during his Iowa State career.
James Neal rounds out the group, joining the Houston Texans after making 32 career starts at left tackle. A Grayson, Georgia native who picked up football late in high school, Neal was vital to the teamās rushing success; he helped the Cyclones achieve a streak of at least 150 rushing yards in the final seven games of the season.
The Denver Broncos, Miami Dolphins, Green Bay Packers, and Carolina Panthers signed Cyclones players.
Tyler Miller was an All-Big 12 Third Team selection and had the longest active starting streak in the Big 12 with 39 consecutive starts.
Jim Bonifas helped the Cyclones average 174.7 rushing yards per game, the best mark since 2020, and earned All-Big 12 Honorable Mention honors.

USMNT World Cup roster projection: Key players and bubble candidates
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