Iowa State Cyclones

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Iowa State Cyclones is 7-4 on the season, 5-6 against the spread, and holds a power rating of +13.8. Iowa State Cyclones carries one of the heaviest travel loads in the FBS, ranked 3rd with 43,374 miles travelled this season — a meaningful fatigue factor for away games.

Conference: Big 12 Conference
Stadium: Jack Trice Stadium, Ames, IA
Power Rating: +13.8
HFA Rating:2.7 pts
Record: 7-4
ATS: 5-6
O/U: 4-7

2025 Schedule & Results

Location
Opponent
Result / Date
ATS
O/U
vs
South Dakota
W
Over
vs
W
Under
vs
L
Over
at
W
Under

2025 Season Travel Profile

43,374 miles — ranked 3rd heaviest in FBS (234 teams)
Week Opponent Distance Cumulative
Week 0Kansas State3,891 mi3,891 mi
Week 1South DakotaHome (0 mi)3,891 mi
Week 2IowaHome (0 mi)3,891 mi
Week 3Arkansas State454 mi4,345 mi
Week 4Bye
Week 5ArizonaHome (0 mi)4,345 mi
Week 6Cincinnati519 mi4,864 mi
Week 7Colorado623 mi5,487 mi
Week 8Bye
Week 9BYUHome (0 mi)5,487 mi
Week 10Arizona StateHome (0 mi)5,487 mi
Week 11TCU674 mi6,161 mi
Week 12Bye
Week 13KansasHome (0 mi)6,161 mi
Week 14Oklahoma State446 mi6,607 mi

Latest Preview (Week Recent)

Rocco Becht's Efficient Passing

Becht completed 18 of 23 passes for 241 yards and 3 touchdowns, including a strong first half where he completed his first 10 passes, showing improved confidence and rhythm.

Carsen Hansen's Ground Dominance

Hansen rushed for 120 yards, with 99 coming in the first half, and scored a 4-yard touchdown, providing a physical running game that consistently gained yards after contact.

Brett Eskildsen's Key Receiving Role

Eskildsen caught 2 touchdown passes for 73 yards, highlighting his importance as a reliable target and helping build momentum with the crowd.

Strong Defensive Performance

The Cyclones held Kansas to 154 passing yards and forced an interception, limiting the Jayhawks to 14 points and securing their first home win since late September.

Snapping Losing Streak and Building Momentum

Iowa State ended a 3-game losing streak against Kansas and improved to 7-4, gaining confidence and execution consistency heading into their next game at Oklahoma State.

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Schedule & Results

Iowa State Cyclones — 7-4 overall, 5-6 ATS, power rating +13.8.