List of current Iowa State players to enter the transfer portal including QB JJ Kohl

The Iowa State football team is preparing for the Pop-Tarts Bowl and a meeting with Miami later this month.
But that doesn’t mean they aren’t dealing with the transfer portal.
Along with looking at those players going into the portal for the future, the Cyclones are also dealing with losing their own ones.
So far, eight players from the current Iowa State roster have entered into the transfer portal including quarterback JJ Kohl. A former high school All-American, Kohl appears to have lost the backup job to true freshman Connor Moberly, who is behind started Rocco Becht, a redshirt sophomore.
The transfer portal officially opened on Dec. 9 and closes on Dec. 28. Here is a list of players who have entered the portal from Iowa State:
A.J. Burton, Offensive Lineman
Iowa State true freshman OL AJ Burton entered the transfer portal @AJ_Burton78 pic.twitter.com/Vcqndt778v
— FarrellPortal (@farrellportal) December 10, 2024
Burton came to Iowa from Colorado and lasted one season before opting to move on. He did not play in a game this past season.
Trevon Howard, Defensive Back
Officially in the transfer portal! 6’2 205 safety. On a mission ‼️ pic.twitter.com/gcsAIoB4gS
— Trevon Howard (@TrevonHoward16) December 10, 2024
Howard, a redshirt sophomore, recorded four tackles while seeing action in three games this past fall.
Trent Jones II, Defensive End
https://t.co/K6TdEBLare pic.twitter.com/jZlXybxcpz
— Trent Jones II (@tj9ine) December 10, 2024
After arriving at Iowa State as a walk-on, Jones earned a scholarship, playing in all 13 games last season while recording 19 tackles and three sacks. He saw his role get cut this past year, recording just six tackles.
Drake Knobloch, Long Snapper
Under Amour All American
— Drake Knobloch (@DrakeKnobloch) December 9, 2024
Started 15 Games
4 Tackles
Big 12 Commissioners Honor Role
Film available upon request pic.twitter.com/xAHa6rbOyH
Knobloch, a redshirt sophomore, played in just two games this past season, with both coming in the opening weeks. He saw action in 13 last year for the Cyclones.
JJ Kohl, Quarterback
Thank you to my coaches, teammates, and Cyclone Nation for all your support.
— JJ Kohl (@JJKohl3) December 10, 2024
I have entered the portal with 3 years left of eligibility. God bless you all. pic.twitter.com/8EH5YyDSF8
An Under Armour All-American, Kohl came to Iowa State with high expectations. He made just one game appearance this year after seeing action in three last season while throwing for 23 yards and rushing for 32.
Ryan Robinson Jr., Defensive Back
I am officially in the transfer portal with 3 years of eligibility remaining. #GodsPlan pic.twitter.com/gzXu2JVAdb
— Ryan Robinson,Jr. (@ryan1rob) December 9, 2024
The redshirt freshman will depart Ames after transferring from LSU. He still has three years of eligibility left after not appearing in a game for the Cyclones.
Keegan Shackford, Placekicker
Thank you Iowa State! pic.twitter.com/jj10nzZGDj
— Keegan Shackford (@KeeganShackford) December 9, 2024
Shackford lost his job as kickoff specialist this year and will have one season left as a graduate transfer.
Kenard Snyder, Defensive End
It’s been real 🔴🟡 https://t.co/YoO6S1n4ib
— Nardo7️⃣ (@KenardSnyder) December 10, 2024
Snyder came to Iowa State following a stint at Louisiana-Monroe. He made eight tackles and two sacks in five games for the Cyclones.