New Iowa State Cyclones head football coach Jimmy Rogers has been hard at work since taking over the job from Matt Campbell , who departed for the Penn State Nittany Lions. Extra attention has been put on the recruiting front in recent weeks, with Iowa State’s staff looking to make up for lost time. Because of how much work had to be done with the 2026 roster, they were behind when it came to high school recruiting. That has certainly changed in recent weeks , with Rogers and his staff making the most of players who visited during spring practice. One player for whom significant progress has been made with is Joe Vinyard. A tight end in the Class of 2027 from Waukee Northwest, he recently wrapped up his fourth visit to Ames in two months. And it should come as no surprise that he loves a lot of what the school has to offer. Joe Vinyard views Iowa State in high regard Jimmy Rogers speaks during his introductory press conference as Iowa State’s new head football coach on Dec.…