Iowa State vs. UCF - October 19, 2024

UCF

FinalOct 19

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Teams

Knights logo, Knights 3-4, 1ST 7, 2ND 14, 3RD 7, 4TH 7, TOT 35

Cyclones logo, Cyclones 7-0, 1ST 14, 2ND 0, 3RD 13, 4TH 11, TOT 38

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7:13[2nd & 7 @ ISU 43] C.Hansen rushed for 57 yards. TOUCHDOWN.

12:17G.Reddick extra point is good.

12:21[2nd & Goal @ ISU 6] J.Brown rushed for 6 yards. TOUCHDOWN.

What's Buzzing

USA TODAY Sports

Lamar Jackson has suffered another injury that is expected to keep him out multiple weeks. Here's what to know about his timetable to return. https://t.co/KjHwvB4niK

Albert Breer

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💥💥 11.2 MMQB Takeaways 💥💥 ➡️ @Bengals avoid a bump in the road. ➡️ @Steelers' unique vibe. ➡️ @Buccaneers 1-of-1 win. ➡️ High-ceilinged @Jaguars. ➡️ @BuffaloBills' D makes great use of the bye. ➡️ @Broncos' big win. ➡️ Thoughts with @Lions. ➡️ MORE! https://t.co/UT19nHhyEX

USA TODAY Sports

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The Vikings only suffered their first loss of the season, but Minnesota might already be at a crisis point with quarterback Kyler Murray. https://t.co/yOpaah7WVZ

FOX Sports

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Who will be added to the #LFG Player of the Game list in Week 9 when @TomBrady makes his return to Foxborough to call @packers vs @Patriots?

Randy Peterson

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PETERSON: Was Saturday a preview of Iowa State’s future? - Cyclone Fanatic https://t.co/3FzAygGUaO

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🚨 Week 9 CFB AP Top 25 Poll📉 Buckeyes drop 9 spots 🤩 Utah in top 5 📲 Tap for full rankings

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Oklahoma State Recap with Jake Brend - Cyclone FanaticJaylen Raynor proved himself as a winner, Kyle Konrardy further cemented himself into Cyclone lore. Above all else, Iowa State got exactly what they needed: a win for the ages. Jake Brend reports following the 51-49 win over Oklahoma State. https://youtu.be/7P-agdiJ_TY

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WATCH Jimmy Rogers, Jaylen Raynor and Aiden Flora following Oklahoma State win - Cyclone Fanatichttps://youtu.be/L7TsHv2B6jk https://youtu.be/WXlzdJ6mD0c https://youtu.be/I-ghylTnnx4

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King-sized thriller: Iowa State treats fans to walk-off winYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Iowa State kicker Kyle Konrardy's walk-off game winner stuns No. 24 Oklahoma State, 51-49 - Cyclone FanaticIowa State kicker Kyle Konrardy (97) celebrates after kicking the game-winning field goal against Oklahoma State on Oct. 31, 2026, at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa. (Photo by Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tribune, USA TODAY Network) AMES - He could have been the Grim Reaper. Or a standard superhero

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Big 12 Football Week 9 Takeaways: Utah Takes ControlWeek 9 brought a little more clarity to the top of the Big 12 standings, but plenty of chaos everywhere else. Utah left no doubt that it remains the team to beat, going on the road and hammering Cincinnati 49-25 to improve to 8-0 and 5-0 in Big 12 play. Meanwhile, BYU and Texas Tech […]

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Ohio State Falls Out Of Top 10 😱The top 5 looks completely different after USC's massive win. Tap for full list 📲

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Week 9 Winners & Losers 📊🗣️ Contenders look vulnerable 💯 Three 8-0 teams left 📲 Full recap of Halloween slate

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Game thread: Iowa State football versus No. 24 Oklahoma StateYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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TCU-Kansas Crowd Draws Attention Before Big 12 GameSaturday’s Kansas-TCU game in Fort Worth didn’t exactly draw a packed house. Just 10 minutes before kickoff at Amon G. Carter Stadium, large sections of the stands remained empty as the Horned Frogs and Jayhawks prepared for their Week 9 Big 12 matchup. Jamie Plunkett of Horned Frog Blitz shared a photo from inside the […]

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How former Cyclones performed in Week 7 of the NFLYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Big 12 Football Week 9 Predictions and Picks (2026)Week 9 has arrived in the Big 12, and after a chaotic weekend that saw two of the league’s top teams suffer their first losses, the conference championship race suddenly looks much different. No. 6 Utah is the Big 12’s last remaining undefeated team and faces a difficult road test at Cincinnati, which is fresh […]

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Staff Picks: No. 24 Oklahoma State at Iowa State - Cyclone FanaticOklahoma State Cowboys quarterback Drew Mestemaker (17) throws a pass during a college football game between the Oklahoma State Cowboys (OSU) and the Colorado Buffaloes at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Okla., Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. Oklahoma State won 57-24. Iowa State finally returns hom

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BREAKING: Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark stepping down - Cyclone FanaticOct 24, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark in attendance during the Arizona State Sun Devils game against the Kansas State Wildcats at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Brett Yormark will be stepping down as the Big 12 commissioner

Big 12 Commish Stepping Down

Pete Thamel

@PeteThamel

Sources: Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark is leaving the conference. Yormark made the decision to leave and is expected to accept a new role outside of college sports in the near future. He’ll be with the league at least through January of 2027.

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2026 Game VIII: Iowa State versus No. 24 Oklahoma State previewYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Julian Lewis 'Recovering' After Medical Emergency in ColoradoColorado quarterback Julian Lewis is “recovering” from a medical emergency at a school athletic facility on Wednesday, according to a statement released by his family early Thursday morning. “Yesterday, Julian experienced a medical emergency at the University of Colorado athletic facility and was promptly transported to the hospital,” the statement, posted by T. Carlton Lewis, […]

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ISU HC Jimmy Rogers says "nobody's coming to save us" as matchup with No. 24 Oklahoma State looms - Cyclone FanaticIowa State football coach Jimmy Rogers leads the team onto the field before the Iowa State vs. Utah football game on Sept. 26, 2026, at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames. Photo credit: USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect AMES - It's all about the grip - or relative lack of it.

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Big 12 Introduces New Fan RuleConference issued UCF a $100K fine which will be directed toward student education initiatives

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ISU aims to pierce the tall tales that surround Oklahoma State QB Drew Mestemaker - Cyclone FanaticOklahoma State Cowboys quarterback Drew Mestemaker (17) celebrates with fans after a college football game between the Oklahoma State Cowboys (OSU) and the Colorado Buffaloes at Boone Pickens Stadium in Stillwater, Okla., Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026. Oklahoma State won 57-24. AMES - Officially, Okla

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PETERSON: When will Iowa State win again? Plus more Rand-O thoughts - Cyclone FanaticSept. 19, 2026 - Ames, Iowa: Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers on the sideline during the Cyclones' game against Bowling Green at Jack Trice Stadium. (Photo by Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic) The last six Power Four coaches hired during the 2026 coaching cycle have combined records of 28-14

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Big 12 Football Stock Report: Who’s Rising and Falling After Week 8?The Big 12 Conference race took another dramatic turn in Week 8 as contenders emerged, playoff hopes took shape and one coaching tenure officially came to an end. With Baylor firing Dave Aranda, Utah standing as the league’s lone unbeaten team and six Big 12 programs now ranked in the AP Top 25, the conference […]

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CFB Week 9 Picks 🔮Predicting every game with more chaos looming 📲

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Baylor vs. UCF Prediction, Pick and Odds for Week 9The Baylor Bears and UCF Knights kick off Week 9 in the Big 12 on Friday night in Orlando, with both teams coming off dramatically different weekends. UCF enters the game riding high after stunning No. 2 BYU 39-31 in double overtime for the Knights’ biggest win since joining the Big 12. Meanwhile, Baylor is […]

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ISU HC Jimmy Rogers is "rolling with (Jaylen) Raynor" Saturday against Oklahoma State - Cyclone FanaticOct 24, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Iowa State Cyclones quarterback Jaylen Raynor (1) passes during the second quarter against the Arizona Wildcats at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images AMES - Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers spoke firmly and matter-of-factly

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WATCH Rogers, Bobbit, Flora and Coffey ahead of Oklahoma State - Cyclone FanaticIowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers holds a press conference ahead of Saturday's game against Oklahoma State to discuss why he's starting Jaylen Raynor at quarterback and how the team is preparing for the Cowboys. What is the messaging to the team and how does he think they will respond?

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Drew Mestemaker's NFL Draft Buzz Is Loud. Houston Is Up Next. Heartland College Sports - An Independent Big 12 Today Blog | College Football News | Big 12 Today" "Oklahoma State fans get a few good days here. Mel Kiper Jr. put sophomore quarterback Drew Mestemaker at No. 2 on his midseason 2027 NFL Draft big board, behind only Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith and ahead of Notre Dame corner Leonard Moore. He’s the first quarterback on the list, one spot above Miami’s Darian […]

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Five Oklahoma State players to know on Saturday against Iowa State - Cyclone FanaticOct 17, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Oklahoma State Cowboys quarterback Drew Mestemaker (17) celebrates with running back Caleb Hawkins (24) after a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Houston Cougars at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images AMES - "We're all in t

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Big 12 Football Power Rankings After Week 8: Utah, Houston Lead the WayWeek 8 turned the Big 12 upside down, and the latest Heartland College Sports Power Rankings are going to reflect it. BYU suffered its first loss of the season in a double-overtime stunner at UCF, while Texas Tech was dominated on the road at Cincinnati. Meanwhile, Utah survived Houston to remain undefeated and take control […]

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🚨 Week 8 AP Top 25 Poll😬 BYU drops 6 spots 📈 Indiana in top 5 📲 Tap for full rankings

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Monday Musings: Snail's pace first halves not cutting it - Cyclone FanaticOct 24, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats safety Quinn Olson (35) tackles Iowa State Cyclones wide receiver Ty Claiborne (89) during the third quarter at Casino Del Sol Stadium. (Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images) This is not the tortoise and the hare. The Cyclones cannot continue to crawl in

🚨 Week 8 CFB AP Top 25 Poll

😬 BYU drops 6 spots 📈 Indiana in top 5 📳 Tap to follow

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Photos: Iowa State football versus No. 25 ArizonaYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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PETERSON: Iowa State's desert nightmare exposes lack of offense - Cyclone FanaticOct 24, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) during the first quarter against the Iowa State Cyclones at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images Arizona's Noah Fifita is good. He may end up being the best traditional quarterback Iow

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Cody Campbell's 'Retribution' Quote Resurfaces After Texas Tech LossTexas Tech mega-booster Cody Campbell’s preseason promise of “retribution” against Big 12 opponents resurfaced in a big way after the Red Raiders’ 37-24 loss to Cincinnati on Saturday. Campbell made the comments during Texas Tech’s The Program documentary while discussing the fallout from the Brendan Sorsby situation and how other Big 12 programs handled it. […]

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No. 25 Wildcats claw CyclonesConnor Moberly replaces Raynor in second half at quarterback

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Unranked Teams Cause Chaos in Week 8 📊BYU and Texas Tech suffer losses as playoff picture gets even more blurry 📲

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RADIO RECAP: No. 25 Arizona strikes fast, then blasts Iowa State, 39-3, Saturday in Tucson - Cyclone FanaticOct 24, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats wide receiver Isaiah Mizell (17) scores a touchdown during the first quarter against the Iowa State Cyclones at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images It took Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita just 31 seconds to thr

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UCF Beats No. 2 BYU, Students Rush the Field — KnightNews.comThe UCF Knights beat the #2 ranked BYU Cougars in a dramatic upset that resulted in the Knights’ highest win against a ranked opponent in program history. The Knights came in as 7.5 point underdogs, and students rushed the field in excitement. The match began with a quick three and out by the Knights, to […]

🚨NO. 2 BYU FALLS IN 2OT

Absolute cinema. Unranked UCF takes down Cougars in one of the wildest games of the year

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UCF Stuns No. 2 BYU in Double-Overtime UpsetNo. 2 BYU’s perfect season came crashing down on Saturday, as the Cougars suffered a stunning 39-31 double-overtime loss to UCF in Orlando. One week after BYU knocked off No. 2 Notre Dame in one of the biggest wins in program history, the Cougars couldn’t carry that momentum into the Bounce House. Instead, UCF delivered […]

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CFB Week 8 Winners & Losers 📊🤷‍♂️ BYU on other end of shocker 😱 More top teams fall 📲 Full recap after Saturday

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UCF Makes School History 👏Knights' upset over No. 2 BYU is their first AP top-5 win EVER 📸

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Cody Campbell Rips Texas Tech After Stunning Cincinnati LossTexas Tech’s stunning loss to Cincinnati on Saturday didn’t sit well with one of the most influential people surrounding the Red Raiders’ athletic program. Texas Tech mega-booster Cody Campbell took to social media shortly after the No. 8 Red Raiders’ 37-24 loss to Cincinnati and didn’t mince words about what he had just watched. Campbell […]

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Game thread: Iowa State football versus No. 25 ArizonaYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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West Virginia Drops First Look at New Stadium TowerWest Virginia football released the first concept renderings of its “West Tower” at Milan Puskar Stadium on Friday, and the potential outcome is a big-time upgrade for the school’s 46-year-old football facility. The new tower, which would face the east stands, would expand from the 30-yard line to the 8-yard line with nearly 75,000 square […]

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2026 Big 12 Football Midseason Awards: Players, Coach of the YearThe 2026 Big 12 football season has delivered no shortage of surprises, breakout stars, and legitimate College Football Playoff contenders. With the season reaching its midway point, it’s time to hand out our midseason awards. From Michael Hawkins Jr.’s electrifying performances at West Virginia to Kalani Sitake leading BYU into the national championship conversation, the […]

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BYU football: Sione Moa Cleared to Go Saturday at UCFWithout LJ Martin for the foreseeable future, the No. 2 BYU Cougars might have an answer for their backfield: third-year running back Sione Moa, cleared to go this weekend at UCF. Moa, who exited the season-opener against Utah Tech with a knee injury, was initially cleared for Notre Dame last week, BYU offensive coordinator Aaron […]

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2026 Game VII: Iowa State versus No. 25 Arizona previewYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Ty Claiborne's long-term investment in Iowa State is finally paying off on the football field - Cyclone FanaticIowa State wide receiver Ty Claiborne (89) battles for extra yards while being tackled by Utah linebacker Cyrus Polu (0) after making a catch during the fourth quarter on Sept. 26, 2026, at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames.

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UCF Injury Concerns Mount Before BYU MatchupUCF Football was off last week, but one look at the team’s injury report for BYU on Saturday could fool you. The Knights listed 10 players, including starting quarterback Alonza Barnett III and freshman running back Taevion Swing (162 yards), as questionable or worse on Thursday. Another six players – 4 defense, 1 offense, 1 […]

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CFB Week 8 Betting Locks 🔒Expert picks against the spread for BYU's road test against UCF ➡️

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ISU QB Jaylen Raynor vows to improve on "middle range" midseason grade beginning at No. 25 Arizona - Cyclone FanaticBy Rob Gray, correspondent AMES - The numbers skew the story. That's Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers' message when it comes to the performance of first-year quarterback Jaylen Raynor, who's been asked to play the heretofore unfamiliar role of game manager. The Arkansas State transfer

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Iowa State vs. Arizona Prediction, Pick and Odds for Week 8Iowa State travels to Tucson for a Week 8 Big 12 matchup against No. 25 Arizona, as the Wildcats look to continue one of the quieter strong starts in the conference. Arizona enters the weekend ranked in the AP Top 25, while Iowa State gets another opportunity to pick up a significant road win and […]

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Week 8 CFB Picks 🔮How BYU will fare against UCF after last weekend's colossal win 📲

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BYU College GameDay Draws 3 Million Viewers, Third-Most EverESPN College GameDay‘s trip to Provo wasn’t just a memorable weekend for BYU. It was also a historic one for the network. College GameDay averaged 3 million viewers for Saturday’s show from BYU ahead of the Cougars’ showdown against Notre Dame, making it the most-watched episode of the 2026 season and the third-most-watched regular-season edition […]

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Big 12 Plans for CFP ExpansionLeague might look to replace championship games with different event (ESPN)

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"MONEY" HIRE: ISU's Jimmy Rogers calls new AD Jared Benko "the right guy for the job" - Cyclone FanaticSep 26, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach Jimmy Rogers leads his team out against the Utah Utes at Jack Trice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images AMES - Iowa State head football coach Jimmy Rogers' first meeting with new athletics director Jared Benko led

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WATCH Jimmy Rogers, Tyler Roehl, Jaylen Raynor and others ahead of Arizona - Cyclone FanaticIowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers holds a press conference fresh off of a bye week to preview the upcoming matchup against Arizona. Rogers shares his thoughts on new AD Jared Benko and sounds off on the current structure of college football while sharing the resources he would like in the future.

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Rich Rodriguez Pays Tribute to Ike Morris Following West Virginia Businessman's PassingThe state of West Virginia is mourning the loss of one of its most respected business and philanthropic leaders as longtime businessman Ike Morris has passed away. Among those feeling the loss most deeply is West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Rich Rodriguez, who described Morris as “the most influential person” in his life. Rodriguez’s relationship […]

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Big 12 Week 7 Overreactions: Is the Big 12 College Football's Best Conference?What a weekend it was for the Big 12. Five of the nation’s top 10 teams lost in Week 7, but the Big 12’s top contenders all survived and, in some cases, thrived. The result? Three Big 12 teams now sit inside the top 10 heading into Week 8, giving the conference plenty of momentum […]

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UCF's Alonza Barnett III Won't Start vs. BYU as Big 12 Showdown LoomsUCF will once again be without starting quarterback Alonza Barnett III when the Knights host No. 2 BYU on Saturday, according to a report from Pete Thamel. Barnett is still recovering from the hamstring injury he suffered in UCF’s Sept. 12 loss at Pitt and is not expected to start against the Cougars. Instead, Keyone […]

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How former Cyclones performed in Week 6 of the NFLNine former Cyclones made appearances in Week 6 of the NFL and played a combined 420 snaps on offense, defense and special teams.

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Week 7 AP Top 25 Poll🙌 Miami jumps to no. 1 📉 Texas drops 12 spots 📲 Tap for full rankings

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Five Arizona players to know on Saturday against Iowa State - Cyclone FanaticOct 3, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats quarterback Noah Fifita (1) hands the ball off during the second quarter of the game against the Cincinnati Bearcats at Casino Del Sol Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images AMES - It's Homecoming week at the University of Arizon

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WATCH as Iowa State officially introduces Jared Benko as new Director of Athletics - Cyclone FanaticIowa State officially introduces Director of Athletics Jared Benko on Monday morning. President David Cook introduces Benko and shares why he fits. Benko gives his opening remarks and then answers questions from the local media. https://youtu.be/UYYy6-xV2HI

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PETERSON: Iowa State offense improvement isn't as simple as changing QB1s - Cyclone FanaticPhoto by Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic Faulty Big 12 football officiating decision aside . . . Let's see - where were we, the last time Iowa State played a football game? Oh yeah, offense - and the lack thereof. Big 12 statistical rankings of 16th (that's last in the 16-team league)

🚨 Week 7 CFB AP Top 25 Poll

🙌 Miami jumps to no. 1 📉 Texas drops 12 spots 📳 Tap for full rankings

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AP Top 25: BYU Jumps to No. 2, Big 12 Lands Five Ranked TeamsThe Big 12 was one of the biggest beneficiaries of a chaotic Week 7 across college football. The latest AP Top 25 Poll was released Sunday, and BYU made the biggest statement for the conference, soaring from No. 8 to No. 2 following its 28-24 win over Notre Dame. The Cougars received 20 first-place votes […]

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CFB Week 7 Winners & Losers 📊😱 Multiple top teams fall ❓ Arch, Bryce's jobs in question 📲 Full recap after Saturday

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B/R CFB Top 25 After Week 7 🔢MASSIVE shakeups underway after chaotic slate. Tap for latest projections 📲

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BYU Stuns No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24 to Stay UndefeatedBYU just picked up one of the biggest wins in program history. The No. 8 Cougars knocked off No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24 on Saturday night in Provo, staying undefeated and delivering a massive statement for both BYU and the Big 12 in the College Football Playoff race. And Bear Bachmeier delivered when BYU needed […]

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Texas Makes History After Back-to-Back Losses to Oklahoma, FloridaTexas has gone from No. 1 in the country to making history for all the wrong reasons in the span of seven days. One week after the top-ranked Longhorns were stunned by unranked Oklahoma, Texas suffered another setback on Saturday, falling to unranked Florida. The back-to-back losses put Texas in some incredibly rare company. According […]

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Iowa State names Jared Benko as new athletic director - Cyclone FanaticThe following is a press release from Iowa State Athletics AMES, Iowa - President David Cook has selected Jared Benko as the next director of athletics at Iowa State University.

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CFP Expansion Winners & Losers🤷 Regular season meaningless? 📈 G6 teams hit jackpot? 📲 24-team playoff takeaways

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Mel Kiper Hails Oklahoma State QB Drew Mestemaker in Latest NFL Draft BoardESPN football staple Mel Kiper Jr. is warm on Oklahoma State quarterback Drew Mestemaker. Kiper, revealing his midseason 2027 NFL Draft big board, listed the Cowboys’ sophomore gunslinger at No. 2 on his favorite 25 prospects for the upcoming draft class. It’s not a mock draft, Kiper says, but in October, Mestemaker finds himself alongside […]

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CFB Week 7 Picks 🔮OSU-Indiana headlines loaded weekend slate 📲

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Big 12 Stock Up, Stock Down: Oklahoma State Rises, BYU Faces Big QuestionThe Big 12 Conference is nearing the halfway point of the 2026 college football season. Some teams are already out of the Big 12 title game race. Others? Well, they’re in it but the games — and the pressure — is going to start getting bigger. This weekend features a Top 25 showdown between Houston […]

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Win the Bye Week: What Iowa State needs to accomplish Your best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Jake Brend's Experience in Provo - Cyclone FanaticJake Brend made the trip to Provo for Iowa State's game against BYU. He shares his experience at Lavell Edwards Stadium, reviews the restaurants he tried and shows the beauty of the Utah mountains. https://youtu.be/Am0GPXK3dpY If interested in more info about Provo, head to UtahValley.com.

🚨 Week 6 CFB AP Top 25 Poll

🤩 Georgia jumps to No. 1 📉 Oregon unranked 📳 Tap to tune in

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🚨 Week 6 CFB AP Top 25 Poll🤩 Georgia jumps to No. 1 📉 Oregon unranked 📲 Tap for full standings

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Shocking CFB Top 25 Shakeup 🔢Texas falls 6 spots after suffering upset loss. Tap for new projections after Week 6 📲

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CFP Title Race Is Wide Open 🏆After 6 weeks, there's still no clear No. 1 favorite. Multiple teams still have question marks 📲

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Week 6 Winners & Losers 📊🐻 UCLA is a playoff contender 🦓 Controversy in UGA win? 📲 Takeaways from chaotic slate

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Mike Gundy Reflects on Oklahoma State During TNT Big 12 Pregame ShowMike Gundy may no longer be coaching Oklahoma State, but his connection to the Cowboys remains as strong as ever. Gundy appeared on TNT’s Big 12 pregame show on Saturday and reflected on his decades-long relationship with Oklahoma State, from arriving in Stillwater as a quarterback in 1986 to eventually becoming the program’s head coach. […]

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BYU Recap with Jake Brend - Cyclone FanaticThe final score was closer than the game indicated. BYU dominated Iowa State in a 24-10 win on Friday night. The offense had just 69 yards through three quarters and even though the defense came up with a number of clutch stops, Jimmy Rogers wasn't pleased with the Cyclones.

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RADIO RECAP: Missed tackles, offensive woes doom Iowa State in 24-10 loss at No. 8 BYU - Cyclone FanaticOct 9, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; Iowa State Cyclones quarterback Jaylen Raynor (1) scrambles during the second half against the BYU Cougars at LaVell Edwards Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images Missed tackles. More injuries. An erratic performance on both sides of the ball. All o

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PETERSON: Again, if only Iowa State had an offense - Cyclone FanaticOct 9, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; Iowa State Cyclones quarterback Jaylen Raynor (1) throws the ball during the second half against the BYU Cougars at LaVell Edwards Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images If Iowa State is changing quarterbacks, then now just might be the time to do it. O

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Iowa State falls at No. 8 BYUYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Big 12 Week 6 Game Rankings: Houston-Kansas State Lead the WayWe’re in for another exciting week of Big 12 football, and I thought it would be fun to rank every Week 6 game based on how interested I am in watching each one, starting with Houston-Kansas State, and ending with Arizona State-Hawaii. There may not be a ranked-versus-ranked matchup on the schedule, but conference play […]

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Game thread: Iowa State football versus No. 8 BYUYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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CFB Week 6 Predictions 🔮Picking winners of every game as season hits halfway mark 📲

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Injury report for Iowa State’s matchup versus No. 8 BYUYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Iowa State vs. BYU Prediction, Pick and Odds for Week 6No. 8 BYU puts its undefeated record on the line Friday night when the Cougars welcome Iowa State to LaVell Edwards Stadium for a Big 12 showdown in Provo. BYU improved to 4-0 overall and 2-0 in Big 12 play with a gritty 17-10 road win over TCU last week, but the Cougars came out […]

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Iowa State will face a "Bear" of a challenge Friday night at No. 8 BYU - Cyclone FanaticOct 3, 2026; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; BYU Cougars quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) runs for a 21-yard touchdown against the TCU Horned Frogs during the second half at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images AMES - "You can't outrun a bear." Those words serve as sage

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Big 12 Football Week 5 Overreactions: Are Baylor and Iowa State Contenders?It was another fascinating weekend of Big 12 football as Week 5 delivered statement wins, thrilling conference matchups, and plenty of movement in the Big 12 championship race. Teams like Baylor, BYU, Texas Tech, Houston and Arizona all strengthened their cases as contenders, while the conference once again showed why it remains one of the […]

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Tuesday Takes: Baylor Rising, UCF's Awful Luck and Texas Tech's StartWelcome to Tuesday Takes, where I share three observations from around the Big 12. It was another eventful week across the conference, but these are the three storylines that have my attention going into Week 6, including Baylor football improving, UCF football’s bad luck and Texas Tech’s slow start. Baylor will be 7-1 going into […]

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Five BYU players to know on Friday night against Iowa State - Cyclone FanaticOct 3, 2026; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; BYU Cougars quarterback Bear Bachmeier (47) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images AMES - Friday's forecast for Provo, Utah c

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Aiden Flora's five-TD day nets him national and Big 12 honors - Cyclone FanaticIowa State running back Aiden Flora (21) scores the game-winning touchdown against West Virginia during the fourth quarter of a Big 12 Conference football game on Oct. 3, 2026, at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa.

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How former Cyclones performed in Week 4 of the NFLTen former Cyclones made appearances in Week 4 of the NFL and played a combined 543 snaps on offense, defense and special teams.

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Big 12 Football Power Rankings After Week 5: Utah, BYU lead the WayWeek 5 of the 2026 Big 12 football season gave us plenty to reconsider in this week’s Power Rankings. BYU and Texas Tech remained undefeated, Baylor demolished Arizona State, Arizona dominated Cincinnati, and Houston erased a 17-point deficit to beat UCF. Meanwhile, Iowa State survived a shootout against West Virginia, while Colorado and TCU continued […]

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Monday Musings: Big Band of Bald Ballers - Cyclone FanaticSept. 26, 2026 - Ames, Iowa: Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers smiles while officials review a play during the Cyclones' game against No. 15 Utah at Jack Trice Stadium. (Photo by Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic) Unbelievably fun is the only way to describe that game. It was far from perfect.

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AP Top 25: Big 12 Lands Five Ranked Teams, Three in Top 12The Big 12 continues to make its case as one of the deepest conferences in college football. The latest AP Top 25 Poll was released on Sunday, and the Big 12 landed three teams inside the Top 12, giving the conference more than the Big Ten and trailing only the SEC. BYU leads the way […]

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🚨 Week 5 AP Top 25 Poll😬 Gators drop 8 spots 📈 Bama just outside top 5 📲 Tap for full rankings

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Massive Shakeup in CFB Top 25 List 🔢Florida and Mississippi State were both humbled after lopsided losses. Tap for new Top 5 📲

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CFB Week 5 Winners & Losers 📊🐐 Jeremiah enters GOAT convo? 🔻 Kamario's Heisman odds tank 📲 Full recap after Saturday

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PHOTOS: Iowa State outlasts West Virginia, 45-42Your best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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NOTEBOOK: Cody Jackson says "action," and Ryver Pepper returns in ISU's wind win over West Virginia - Cyclone FanaticBy Rob Gray, correspondent AMES - Cody Jackson transferred to Iowa State last winter in search of his fourth fresh start. The talented transfer wide receiver found it, but catches proved tough to come by. Until Saturday, when the former Oklahoma, Houston, and Tarleton State player erupte

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Week 5 CFB Playoff Predictions 👀Gators became the latest contender to learn how difficult life can be on the road in the SEC

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PETERSON: Aiden Flora is Iowa State's newest Mr. Excitement - Cyclone FanaticOct. 3, 2026 - Ames, Iowa: Iowa State running back Aiden Flora dances in the end zone after scoring a touchdown during the Cyclones' 45-42 win over West Virginia at Jack Trice Stadium. (Photo by Jacqueline Cordova/Cyclone Fanatic) Whatever Aiden Flora makes in this high-priced world of college fo

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WATCH Rogers, Flora, Raynor after West Virginia win - Cyclone FanaticIowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers holds a press conference following his first Big 12 win to discuss the way his team responded to adversity, how impressive Aiden Flora's day was, what the win means and a lot more. https://youtu.be/aAV_OWUtvgY Iowa State quarterback Jaylen Raynor is intervi

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UCF QB Keyone Jenkins Leaves Houston Game With InjuryUCF quarterback Keyone Jenkins was taken to the locker room after suffering a cramping injury in the third quarter during Saturday’s Big 12 matchup against No. 20 Houston. UPDATE: Jenkins returned to the game with around nine minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. The UCF quarterback had been dealing with cramping, allowing him to return […]

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Aiden Flora goes OFF vs. West Virginia Mountaineers

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Aiden Flora goes OFF vs. West Virginia Mountaineers

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Flora with a 2-Yard Touchdown Pass to Cyclones

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Jackson with a 46-Yard Touchdown Catch from Aiden Flora

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Flora with a Spectacular Touchdown Pass

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Raynor with a 20-Yard Touchdown Pass to Omari Hayes

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Game thread: Iowa State football versus West VirginiaYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Colleges Paid Athletes $1.77BFirst year of revenue sharing resulted in massive payouts (The Athletic)

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ISU will need WR Dominic Overby's "oomph" plays on Saturday against West Virginia - Cyclone FanaticIowa State wide receiver Dominic Overby (11) reaches for a first down after making a catch as Utah cornerback Elijah Reed (11) tackles him during the fourth quarter on Sept. 26, 2026, at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa.

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Big 12 Hot Seat Rankings: Lance Leipold, Deion Sanders Under Pressure Entering Week 5As the Big 12 enters October, pressure is mounting on several coaches across the conference, with Kansas’ Lance Leipold and Colorado’s Deion Sanders facing particularly important weekends. Thirteen of the 16 teams in the league are in action this weekend, including a pair of teams that were in London two weeks ago to play the […]

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Expert CFB Locks for Week 5's Biggest Games 🔒Breaking down the Big 12 matchup between West Virginia and Iowa State ➡️

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Injury report for Iowa State’s matchup versus West VirginiaYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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2026 Game V: Iowa State versus West Virginia previewYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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CFP Nearing 24-Team FieldLeadership says they 'are definitely going to' expand if TV deal lines up (Yahoo)

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ISU DT Max Baloun rolls with "old man" jokes as his lengthy college career continues - Cyclone FanaticDefensive tackle Max Baloun stands for a photo during Iowa State Football media day at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Wednesday, August 19, 2026.

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Week 5 CFB Picks 🔮Breaking down the slate of games with potential major surprises on the horizon ➡️

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UCF Reveals 10th Annual Space Game Uniforms — KnightNews.comToday, September 29th, 2026, at 3:21 P.M, UCF revealed the Space Game uniforms, just over a month away before the “Citronauts” face off against the Baylor Bears. After a decade of Space Game traditions, this year is “Mission X: Origin Story”. To see the full breakdown, check out the uniform reveal post. The annual space […]

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WATCH Rogers, Roehl and players ahead of West Virginia - Cyclone FanaticIowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers holds his press conference ahead of Saturday's game against West Virginia to share what challenges the Mountaineers present and his respect for Rich Rodriguez.

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Iowa State prepares to face West Virginia offense that operates at "Mach speed" - Cyclone FanaticSep 26, 2026; Ames, Iowa, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach Jimmy Rogers leads his team out against the Utah Utes at Jack Trice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images AMES - Iowa State head coach Jimmy Rogers called West Virginia quarterback Michael Hawkins "probably one of t

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UCF vs. Houston Prediction, Pick and Odds for Week 5UCF and Houston enter Week 5 coming off impressive wins, and now two teams trying to establish themselves as legitimate factors in the Big 12 race meet in Houston. The Knights improved to 3-1 last weekend with a 21-13 win over TCU, despite once again playing without starting quarterback Alonza Barnett III. Keyone Jenkins stepped […]

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How former Cyclones performed in Week 3 of the NFLYour best source for quality Iowa St. Cyclones news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.