Articles Tagged: Iowa State Cyclones football

After second straight 4-0 start, it’s bye week and here is what No. 12 Cyclones need to work on

Neither of ISU’s lead backs seems to care who gets most of the carries from quarter to quarter or game to game. Sama and Hansen have formed a tight bond that makes them a true tandem — a potent 1-2 combination the Cyclones (3-0) can lean on heading into Saturday’s matchup with the host Red Wolves (1-1) and beyond.

The No. 14 Cyclones’ defense’s tendency early this season to surrender a touchdown right after the offense drives into the end zone.

Quarterback Jaylen Raynor was Sunbelt Conference Freshman of the Year in 2023

He predicts Cyclones will find out a lot about themselves when when they travel to Arkansas State this Saturday

There’s no denying the deja vu from last season to now. The Hawkeyes left too many plays on the field, including having to settle for a field goal in the third quarter. It took four drives before Iowa’s offense got a first down.

Becht seeks to become ISU’s first quarterback to win two games against the Hawkeyes since the legendary — and stunningly erratic — Steele Jantz accomplished the feat in 2011-12.

“It’s super fun getting out there with three of my best friends out on the field together,” said Burkle, who hopes to help ISU (2-0) beat Cy-Hawk series rival Iowa (1-0) at 11 a.m. Saturday (Fox) at Jack Trice Stadium.

The Hawkeyes could face one of the best Cyclone teams in some time, but what’s changed?

Cyclones could see different look when Hawkeyes come to town Saturday, but will see stellar offensive line and defense

Iowa State looking for second straight win over Hawkeyes when teams meet at Jack Trice Stadium

The second step for No. 22 Iowa State's mettle-testing first quarter of the regular season is on tap this weekend. Here’s what to expect.

Matt Campbell on the Ireland win: Focus is on growing, getting ready for Saturday and leaning on Cyclone Nation every step of the way.

Cyclones returning to Ames with South Dakota on their minds

By snoozing smarter and better — per the expert instructions of a sleep specialist brought in by the No. 22 Cyclones in advance of Saturday’s season opener against No. 17 Kansas State in Dublin, Ireland