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Assumes primary duties in backfield Hansen notched 19 carries for 84 yards during Saturday's 27-9 victory against Temple. He also caught two passes for 13 yards.

Impact Although Penn State's running back room looked like more of a timeshare in Week 1, Hansen's possible ascension to a full-time role became a reality against Temple. With years of experience in Matt Campbell's offense under his belt, it was only a matter of time before he established himself as the top back in the offense, and although he'll cede touches against Weaker opponents, it won't hurt his bottom line.

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No longer sidelined in practice Hansen (undisclosed) participated in Penn State's practice Tuesday, Daniel Gallen of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact After missing some time by and by participating in Penn State's latest practice, Hansen looks ready to go for Week 1, which is under two weeks away. Iowa State's head coach Matt Campbell will look to begin his PSU tenure on a high note, and the team having its best running back offers much comfort against fellow FBS side Marshall. Last year, with Campbell coaching at Iowa State, Hansen logged 187 rushing attempts for 950 yards and six touchdowns.

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Sidelined in practice Hansen (undisclosed) was sidelined for Penn State's latest practice, Tyler Donohue of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Penn State's fall camp continued with a Monday practice, and it did not include Hansen. As expected, fellow running back James Peoples logged most of the team's RB touches without his aforementioned teammate available. Peoples has become questionable for Week 1, when the 2026 Lions will open their regular season against Marshall.

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Leading running back room Hansen is the clear frontrunner for Penn State's starting job in the backfield for the 2026, according to Tyler Donohue of 247Sports.com.

Impact Hansen took first-team reps at running back to open fall camp and continues to lead the backfield rotation. The Iowa State transfer has an advantage given his familiarity with the coaching staff and has stood out early in practice. After starting for two seasons with the Cyclones, Hansen is primed to earn the starting job when Penn State begins its season in the Sept. 5 home opener against Marshall.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Still first RB used in practice Hansen is still Penn State's first running back that the team uses in practice, Daniel Gallen of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact During the spring, Hansen logged first-team reps, even though James Peoples impressed. Fast-forward to the fall, and nothing has changed, which is good for the Iowa State transfer. As part of ISU during 2025, Hansen logged more than 1,000 all-purpose yards and five touchdowns. Transferring to a well-known program like Penn State was always going to include a competitive environment, but his pedigree and close relationship to Matt Campbell (who Hansen followed from Iowa State to PSU) may be enough to be top dog in the Nittany Lions' running back room.

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Takes first team reps in spring Hansen has taken first team reps this spring, although James Peoples arguably looked better in the spring game, per StateCollege.com.

Impact Hansen, who transferred from Iowa State along with head coach Matt Campbell, was a starter for the Cyclones last season and ran for 950 yards and six touchdowns. He's got the requisite experience and production to start in Happy Valley, but fellow incoming transfer James Peoples from Ohio State appears to be nipping at his heels. This should be a strong Nittany Lions' backfield in 2026.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Joining Penn State Hansen has committed to Penn State, Tyler Calvaruso of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Hansen is the latest Cyclone to follow former HC Matt Campbell to Penn State, with starting QB Rocco Becht and WR1 Brett Eskildsen both announcing their commitment to the Nittany Lions on Sunday. Hansen rushed for 950 yards and six touchdowns last season. He accounted for 15 total touchdowns in 2024. He'll have the inside track at RB1 duties for his new school.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to portal Hansen plans to enter the transfer portal, Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com reports.

Impact Hansen will enter the portal for his final year of eligibility. The star running back rushed 187 times for 950 yards and six touchdowns this season. He accounted for 15 touchdowns in 2024. Hansen finished the 2025 campaign with five consecutive games of 100 or more rushing yards.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fifth straight 100-yard game Hansen accrued 24 carries for 109 yards during Saturday's 20-13 win over Oklahoma State.

Impact Hansen's hot streak continued as he has now run for over 100 yards in five straight games. It was a windy day at Oklahoma State, so it led to Iowa State leaning heavily on their running game against the Cowboys. Hansen is just 50 yards away from logging his first 1,000-yard rushing season. He'll have the opportunity to hit that milestone in a bowl game for the Cyclones.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Week 14 Hansen (undisclosed) is available for Saturday's game at Oklahoma State.

Impact Since Week 9, Hansen has been on a streak of games with triple-digit yards. The four-game streak saw him log 84 rushing attempts for 493 yards and four touchdowns, one TD per game. Hansen is only 25 all-purpose yards away from reaching four digits in the category, which would mark his first time achieving such a feat.

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Probable against OK State Hansen (undisclosed) has been listed as probable ahead of Saturday's game against Oklahoma State.

Impact Hansen is expected to be available for the Cyclones as they close out the 2025 regular season against the Cowboys. The 6-foot-2 junior has been a workhorse for Iowa State this fall, tallying 163 carries for 841 yards and six scores on the ground, adding on 19 receptions for 134 yards through the air (10 games). Hansen's injury status will continue to monitored throughout this week's practices.

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Fourth straight 100-yard game Hansen totaled 22 rushes for 120 yards and one touchdown and reeled in all four targets for 32 yards during Saturday's 38-14 win versus Kansas.

Impact Hansen recorded his fourth straight 100-yard rushing game as Iowa State dominated Kansas. Hansen did briefly leave the game with an injury, however, was able to return. With 841 yards rushing, there's a good chance that Hansen will be able to eclipse 1,000 yards rushing as they have one final regular season game against Oklahoma State and a bowl game. Hansen is an excellent fantasy play against the Cowboys as long as he's healthy.

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Returns to action Hansen (lower leg) is back in Saturday's game against Kansas, Alec Busse of 247Sports reports.

Impact Hansen was taken to the locker room after suffering a lower leg injury in the second half of the contest, but he now looks healthy after returning at the end of the third quarter. The starting running back's status will now be monitored as the final quarter progresses.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Taken to locker room Saturday Hansen (lower leg) has been taken to the locker room ahead of Saturday's game versus Kansas, Shannon Ehrhardt of KCCI News reports.

Impact Hansen walked slowly to the locker room with his right shoe off after suffering an injury during the second half of Saturday's contest. It's unclear exactly what injury he's dealing with, but it's something on his right lower leg or foot. He rushed for 99 yards prior to his exit, and it's unclear if he'll be able to return.

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Three straight 100-yard games Hansen notched 28 rushes for 108 yards and one touchdown and reeled in 0 of 4 targets for zero yards during Saturday's 20-17 victory versus TCU.

Impact Hansen has reeled off three straight 100-yard rushing performances and has become the center of the universe for the Iowa State offense. QB Rocco Becht has struggled with nine interceptions over his last seven games. In the Cyclones' remaining two regular season contests, look for Hansen to see heavy volume. The 28 carries at TCU were a career-high for the running back. Iowa State is off next week before hosting Kansas in Week 13.

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Another 100-yard performance Hansen posted 18 carries for 113 yards and reeled in 2 of 3 targets for six yards during Saturday's 24-19 defeat against Arizona State.

Impact Hansen posted his second consecutive 100-yard rushing game as Iowa State is needing to lean heavily on the talented running back. It's his third 100-yard rushing performance of the season. With another two catches, he's also having a career-year in the passing game with 15 catches (on 19 targets) for 102 yards. Hansen should continue to receive a healthy dose of touches when the team plays at TCU next week.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Huge day against Cougars Hansen recorded 16 rushes for 152 yards and two touchdowns and reeled in 2 of 3 targets for eight yards during Saturday's 41-27 loss against Brigham Young.

Impact Hansen returned from a previous concussion that caused him to miss the Week 7 bout at Colorado and had his best game of the season. The 152 yards were a season-high and it was the second time this year that he racked up two touchdowns in a single game. On 95 carries in the 2025 season, he's averaging a healthy 5.3 yards per carry and is the best playmaker for the Cyclones. He'll get another chance to shine when Iowa State hosts Arizona State next week.

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