Cyclone Alert: An Iowa State Podcast

Cyclone Alert's Alec Busse is joined by sports legal expert Mitch Gilfillan to explain what is likely to happen next in Tamin Lipsey's eligibility case and how cases across the country could affect Lipsey's status with Iowa State in the upcoming college basketball season.

Gilfillan provides expertise on the details of the case in Indiana and why the Wisne case in Colorado could have a big impact on the eventual status of Lipsey's eligibility for Iowa State in the 2026-27 season.

TIME STAMPS:

0:00 — 2:20: Introduction 

2:20 — 28:57: Mitch Gilfillan Interview

28:57 — 30:28: Outro 

Cyclone Alert previews Iowa State's Week 5 game vs. West Virginia (3-1, 0-1 Big 12) by talking with West Virginia 247Sports writer Chris Anderson about the Mountaineers and head coach Rich Rodriguez, who has one of the nation's premier rushing offenses.

Later in the show, Alec Busse and Henry Annen preview the Cyclone side of this matchup with their three big questions, picks to click and predictions for games around the country, and, of course, West Virginia at Iowa State (2-2, 0-1 Big 12).

Time Stamps:

0:00 — 3:19: Introduction

3:20 — 24:13: Chris Anderson, WVU 247Sports

24:13 — 58:12: Three Big Questions, Picks to Click, Weekend Predictions 

58:12 — 59:07: Outro

Cyclone Alert's Alec Busse and Henry Annen react to Iowa State 31-17 loss to No. 15 Utah on Saturday afternoon in Jack Trice Stadium.

Together, the duo highlight the frustration of allowing a 54-yard TD on the first play of the game and explain how that miscue hurt Iowa State throughout the game. Later in the show, the tandem explains how Iowa State can improve on its 3-of-14 showing on third down.

Cyclone Alert previews Iowa State's home football game vs. No. 15 Utah (3-0) in Week 4 of the season with KSL's Steve Bartle, who provides insight on Utah. Later in the show, Alec Busse and Henry preview the Cyclone side of the matchup with three big questions, picks to click and predictions for the matchup and other big games around the country.

Bartle previously covered Utah for 247Sports and is an expert voice on Morgan Scalley's program. He provides insight into the coaching transition from Kyle Whittingham to Scalley in the offseason and how the Utah offense has turned into one of the most creative and dynamic units in the nation through three weeks.

Alec and Henry focus on how Iowa State can slow down Devon Dampier and Utah's offense in Jack Trice Stadium before evaluating how Jaylen Raynor and the passing offense can improve.

TIME STAMPS

0:00-2:55 — INTRODUCTION & UPDATE ON TAMIN LIPSEY’S LEGAL CASE

2:55-33:27 — STEVE BARTLE’S INSIGHT ON UTAH

33:27-1:09:21 — THREE BIG QS, PICKS TO CLICK & GAME PICKS

1:09:21-1:30:30 — OUTRO

Cyclone Alert's Alec Busse and Henry Annen react to Wednesday's news of Tamin Lipsey being granted a fifth year of eligibility by Indiana judge Kara Krothe. Lipsey, alongside nearly 100 total athletes, was given an injunction on September 23 to return to college sports for the 2026-27 season.

Alec and Henry share what the legal ruling means, what to expect next in the legal process for Lipsey (and other athletes), before sharing what Lipsey's possible return to Iowa State would mean for T.J. Otzelberger and the Cyclones in 2026-27.

00:00 — BREAKING: Tamin Lipsey granted fifth year of eligibility
Court ruling in Monroe County, Indiana gives Lipsey and other 2022 high school graduates another year of college eligibility.

01:20 — What the court ruling actually means
Details of the NCAA eligibility rules, the preliminary injunction and why the class of 2022 is at the center of the lawsuit.

03:05 — Lipsey can enter the transfer portal
The injunction opens the portal for the affected athletes and prevents enforcement of certain transfer restrictions.

04:15 — Will Lipsey return to Iowa State?
Court documents indicate Lipsey anticipated returning to Iowa State, but a transfer remains technically possible.

05:25 — The Indiana Pacers situation
Why Lipsey's Exhibit 10 agreement with Indiana doesn't prevent him from returning to college basketball.

06:25 — NCAA appeal could change everything
Why the NCAA is expected to appeal and potentially seek a stay of the injunction.

08:00 — Reaction: Lipsey is eligible right now
The hosts react to the breaking news and emphasize that eligibility today doesn't necessarily mean eligibility in November or March.

09:25 — How long does the NCAA have to appeal?
Discussion of the appeal process, potential expedited action and what a stay would mean.

12:00 — Can Lipsey still enroll at Iowa State?
Graduate-school requirements, registration deadlines and Iowa State's half-semester classes.

14:15 — What Lipsey's return means for Iowa State basketball
How the potential return changes expectations for the 2026-27 Cyclones.

16:15 — Lipsey's impact on Iowa State's ceiling
Discussion of his importance to the program and how much higher Iowa State's potential becomes with him.

18:00 — Iowa State could have an elite defensive backcourt
Lipsey, JaQuan Johnson and Killyan Toure could form an imposing defensive trio.

20:00 — The offensive impact may be even bigger
Why Lipsey's ability to organize the offense could be crucial while Toure is recovering from his shoulder injury.

22:30 — Iowa State's roster gets a major boost
Discussion of the Cyclones' depth, Big 12 competition and how Lipsey changes the team's overall outlook.

24:30 — Is Iowa State involved behind the scenes?
Speculation about whether Iowa State communicated with Lipsey regarding the eligibility lawsuit.

27:00 — Why Lipsey is the perfect fit for Otzelberger's system
Culture, experience and familiarity with Iowa State's system make Lipsey different from a typical fifth-year addition.

29:00 — Could Lipsey make a surprise return at the Pentagon?
A fun discussion about the possibility of Lipsey unexpectedly running out of the tunnel on opening night.

30:15 — Iowa State's nonconference schedule
Players Era Festival, Memphis, Purdue, Iowa and the challenges of Iowa State's early-season schedule.

33:00 — The brutal first six Big 12 games
Arizona, Colorado, Oklahoma State, Houston, Texas Tech and BYU create a difficult opening conference stretch.

35:4 ...

Cyclone Alert's Alec Busse is joined by CBS director of basketball scouting Adam Finkelstein to evaluate Iowa State's 2027 basketball recruiting class, which includes three top 60-ranked prospects.

Currently the No. 2 nationally ranked class, Finkelstein provides expert analysis on what Iowa State is getting in committed prospects: Josiah Harrington (No. 48 in the country by 247Sports), Donovan Davis (No. 51 prospect in the country) and Jack Kohnen (No. 57 player in the country by 247Sports).

Cyclone Alert's Alec Busse and Henry Annen react to Iowa State's 55-7 victory over Bowling Green in Week 3 of the College Football Season. In the win, Iowa State was led by Aiden Flora, who approached 200 rushing yards. Flora had three total TDs, including a 66-yard punt return for a TD.

Cameron Pettaway had a 100-yard kick return in the win for Iowa State. It's the only time Iowa State has had a kick and punt return TD in the same game.

Cyclone Alert's Alec Busse and Henry Annen preview Iowa State's Week 3 home game vs. Bowling Green on Saturday at Jack Trice Stadium with three big questions the 'Clones must answer in their final nonconference game this season.

Later in the show, both Alec and Henry share their "picks to click" in the Cyclones' game on Saturday, and why those individuals should be expected to perform well for Iowa State.

At the end of the show, the two pick the most interesting Big 12 games in Week 3 and the most intriguing college football games outside of the conference.

Cyclone Alert's Alec Busse is joined by sports law expert Mit Winter, who provides legal opinion on Tamin Lipsey's case for an additional year of eligibility for the 2026-27 college basketball season. Winter explains the details of the case, why Lipsey's side of the argument could lead to a positive ruling for athletes and what could come next for Lipsey and other players.

Before the interview, Alex explains some important details about why and how Iowa State basketball could benefit from Lipsey returning for another season of college basketball. The injury to Killyan Toure is a major factor in the details, but so is the high major jump Iowa State is asking JaQuan Johnson and Ryan Prather Jr. to make. Can Jamarion Batemon rise to a on-ball role? Plus, Lipsey is recovering from a knee injury. How does that factor into the details?

Time Stamps:

0:00—9:05: Introduction and why Lipsey’s return makes sense

9:05—23:50: Sports law expert Mit Winter explains Lipsey’s case

23:50-26:52: Outro

Cyclone Alert Publisher Alec Busse is joined by CBS College Basketball reporter Isaac Trotter to talk about the upcoming Iowa State basketball roster, and why Trotter is confident and concerned about the Cyclone roster in the 2026-27 season

Iowa State returns four key players from last season, including likely starters Blake Buchanan and Jamarion Batemon. Killyan Toure returns, but a shoulder procedure in August will keep him out of the lineup until at least January.

In the transfer portal, Iowa State landed five players: Bradley's JaQuan Johnson, Northern Iowa's Leon Bond III, Robert Morris' Ryan Prather Jr., Northwestern forward Tre Singleton and K-State forward Taj Manning.

Time stamps:

0:00-3:00: Introduction

3:00-38:15: Isaac Trotter Interview/Conversation

38:15:39:45: Conclusion