The Rush Radio Show, powered by Willis Automotive, with Travis Justice and Ross Peterson, Monday, October 19, 2026.
Iowa State hired Jared Benko as the Cyclones’ new athletic director on Friday. Today, Benko will hold his first news conference and introduce himself to the state of Iowa.
Coming from Auburn, he’ll have to hit the ground running. He’s known as a fundraiser, and Iowa State needs that as it faces a $147 million budget deficit through 2031. However, some estimates have trimmed that number to $75 million. Still, Benko will have to dig the Cyclones out of a hole.
After bye weeks, both Iowa and Iowa State get ready for their next games. The Hawkeyes travel to Minnesota, and Iowa State is in Arizona.
The Rush With Travis & Ross: Iowa State Introduces Jared Benko | Monday, October 19
