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Iowa State Football Has Poor Offensive Showing Against BYU

The Iowa State Cyclones came into a rare Friday night matchup against the BYU Cougars hoping to pull off an upset. Following a big win in Week 5, the Cyclones knew it would be a challenging game on the road against the eighth-ranked team in the country.

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BYU Bests Iowa State to Move to 5-0!

On a Friday night in Provo, BYU beat Iowa State to start 3-0 in Big 12 play! BYU came out of the gate throwing the ball. They didn’t take deep shots every play, but let the short and intermediate passing game open up the offense.

Making the Case for Iowa State Football To Make a Bowl Game

The Iowa State Cyclones have had a great season so far compared to expectations. Coming into the year, Iowa State was projected to be the worst team in the Big 12 after losing its head coach and nearly its entire team to the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / October 8

The One Thing Iowa State Cyclones Must Do to Pull Off Upset Against BYU

Following their biggest win of the season, the Iowa State Cyclones will be on the road for what could be their toughest test of the season against the eighth-ranked BYU Cougars. So far, the Cyclones have to be pleased with what they have been able to accomplish in five games this season.

Jaylen Raynor News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / October 7

Why Jaylen Raynor Can Put Together Best Game Yet Against BYU

The Iowa State Cyclones are getting set for a big Week 6 matchup on Friday night against the BYU Cougars. Following an impressive shootout victory, an upset will be on the mind of the Cyclones in this one. Entering their Friday night showdown, Iowa State has to be feeling really good about the campaign so far.

College Football News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / October 7

Iowa State Football Will Catch a Huge Break With BYU Injuries

The Iowa State Cyclones are preparing for one of their biggest tests of the season in Week 6 of the 2026 college football season. They will be heading on the road to face the BYU Cougars for a Friday night game in Provo, Utah.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / October 7

Iowa State Football Has Found a New Identity

As the Iowa State Cyclones get set for a big game against the BYU Cougars on Friday night, the team might have found a new identity in their recent win. In Week 5, the Cyclones were able to get their biggest win of the young season and altered their outlook for the year.

Iowa State Cyclones News / ESPN / October 7

BYU star RB Martin, LB Glasker to be sidelined Friday vs. Iowa State

BYU will be without running back LJ Martin and linebacker Isaiah Glasker for Friday's game against Iowa State.

Iowa State Football Earns Bold Bowl Game Prediction With Big Ten Foe

The 2026 college football season has been a solid one for the Iowa State Cyclones thus far. After picking up a hard-fought victory in a shootout against the West Virginia Mountaineers, 45-42, they are 3-2 on the season and 1-1 in the Big 12.

Aiden Flora News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / October 5

Iowa State Football's Aiden Flora Brings Home Multiple Weekly Awards

The Iowa State Cyclones were able to earn a massive win over the West Virginia Mountaineers on Saturday, and in the game, one of their top players really stood out. Coming into Week 5, it was no secret the importance that the game had for the Cyclones.

Iowa State Cyclones News / SwimSwam / October 5

Nebraska Powers to Home Opening Win Over Iowa State in 197-101 Fashion

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam October 2, 2026 Bob Devaney Sports Center, Lincoln, NE SCY (25 yards) Results Final Score: Nebraska 197, Iowa State 101 Courtesy of Nebraska Athletics Lincoln – Nebraska swim and dive team collected the first win of the season against Iowa State, 197-101.

Aiden Flora News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / October 4

Aiden Flora Has Changed Offensive Ceiling for Iowa State Football

The Iowa State Cyclones were able to pick up a massive win against the West Virginia Mountaineers in Week 5 of the college football season. Now, they have seen their ceiling raised quite a bit. In what was a pivotal game for the Cyclones, they were able to come away with a 45-42 win over the high-powered West Virginia Mountaineers.

Cody Jackson News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / October 4

Iowa State Football's Cody Jackson Has Breakout Performance

On Saturday afternoon, the Iowa State Cyclones were seeking to get their third win of the season. In what ended up being a really entertaining game, they were able to accomplish that. Coming into their matchup against the West Virginia Mountaineers, it felt like a game that Iowa State had to win.

Aiden Flora News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / October 3

Aiden Flora Becoming the New Star of Iowa State Football

The Iowa State Cyclones were able to pick up their third win of the season in thrilling fashion against the West Virginia Mountaineers. In the win, one player really stood out for the team. Coming into Week 5, there was a lot of pressure on the Cyclones in what was a pivotal game between two Big 12 schools.

Iowa State Football Hosted 4-Star Class of 2028 Recruit for Third Time

The Iowa State Cyclones hosted the Utah Utes at Jack Trice Stadium in Week 4 and came up short, dropping their record to 2-2 on the season. An early hole proved too much to climb out of, and they eventually lost the game 31-17.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / September 30

3 Biggest Weaknesses for Iowa State Football Thus Far

The Iowa State Cyclones have had a solid start to the season and sit at 2-2. Entering Week 4, Iowa State looked great and competitive against a strong Utah Utes team ranked in the AP Poll Top 25.

Tamin Lipsey News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / September 29

Projecting Iowa State Basketball Starting Five With Tamin Lipsey

The Iowa State Cyclones received a massive boost with a recent decision from an Indiana court that has deemed Tamin Lipsey eligible to return to school for a fifth season.

Softball News / Softball On SI / September 29

Patrick Murphy’s New Alabama Contract Makes Him One of NCAA Softball’s Highest-Paid Coaches

Patrick Murphy just tied for the third-highest paid NCAA softball coach. The University of Alabama Board of Trustees Compensation Committee met on Monday

Aiden Flora News / TWSN / September 20

Aiden Flora Is Forcing Iowa State to Rethink Its Offense

For the Iowa State Cyclones, their hidden weapon on offense is no longer hidden after their Week 3 game against Bowling Green. That secret weapon was running back Aiden Flora, but that is no longer the case.

College Football News / Yardbarker / September 20

Kids who will be playing on Sundays: Ole Miss' Trinidad Chambliss looks like 'franchise QB' in potential Heisman moment vs. LSU

Each week, Yardbarker spotlights college football stars, some of whom will play on Sundays. With that in mind, here are five Week 3 standouts.

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Malik Verdon News / Viral Sports News / September 12

Former Iowa State Standout Gets Dumped by NFL Team

Former Iowa State safety Malik Verdon has been waived by the Atlanta Falcons with an injury settlement, closing a difficult first chapter of his NFL career that never got a true on-field start.

College Football News / Field Level Media / September 9

No. 21 Iowa, Iowa State ramp up for defining moment in Cy-Hawk rivalry

Iowa State emerged victorious in its last two trips to Iowa City, but that was under former coach Matt Campbell. New Cyclones coach Jimmy Rogers matches wits against Iowa coaching legend Kirk Ferentz in the Cy-Hawk rivalry for the first time on Saturday night when Iowa State and the No.

College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / July 27

'There’s no bad blood': Audi Crooks addresses transferring from Iowa State

Audi Crooks is from Algona, Iowa. She committed to the Iowa State Cyclones out of high school and became one of the best college basketball players in the country.