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Iowa State QB Rocco Becht Intends to Enter Transfer Portal

He becomes the most accomplished returning quarterback available with one year of eligibility.

Overview

  • Sources told ESPN that Becht informed Iowa State coaches on Saturday of his plan to enter the NCAA transfer portal.
  • He has 26 wins as a starter, the most among projected returning quarterbacks for the 2026 season.
  • His career totals include 9,274 passing yards, 64 touchdown passes and 83 total touchdowns.
  • The redshirt junior managed 2025 injuries, including labrum surgery on his non-throwing shoulder and an AC sprain in his throwing shoulder.
  • Penn State is viewed as a potential destination after Matt Campbell’s move, though Becht is expected to hear all suitors, while Iowa State has hired Jimmy Rogers and will not play in a bowl game.