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Iowa State QB Rocco Becht Announces Transfer-Portal Move for 2026

The one-year-eligible starter is expected to evaluate options when the portal opens Jan. 2.

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Drew Allar #15 of the Penn State Nittany Lions throws a pass against the UCLA Bruins during the third quarter at Rose Bowl Stadium on October 04, 2025 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
STILLWATER, OK - NOVEMBER 29: Quarterback Rocco Becht #3 of the Iowa State Cyclones passes the ball before a game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Boone Pickens Stadium on November 29, 2025 in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Iowa State won 20-13. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)
Nov 29, 2025; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; Iowa State Cyclones quarterback Rocco Becht (3) runs during the second half against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Boone Pickens Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Becht informed Iowa State coaches and released a statement Saturday that he will enter the NCAA transfer portal.
  • The three-year starter leaves with 26 wins, 9,274 passing yards and 64 touchdown passes, plus 19 rushing TDs.
  • He underwent labrum surgery on his non-throwing shoulder after the season and is expected to be ready for 2026.
  • Matt Campbell’s exit to Penn State reshaped the program’s outlook, with the Nittany Lions widely mentioned as an early suitor while Becht considers multiple offers.
  • The Jan. 2–16 window opens a crowded quarterback market that includes names such as Josh Hoover, Dylan Raiola and Beau Pribula after Iowa State also declined bowl participation during the transition.