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Cyclones Eye Upset Over Undefeated Utes
27 Sep
Summary
- Iowa State aims for an upset win against No. 15 Utah.
- Quarterback Jaylen Raynor predicted to have a breakout game.
- Cyclones' defense is expected to stifle Utah's run game.
The Iowa State Cyclones are preparing to host the undefeated No. 15 Utah Utes in their Big 12 opener on September 27, 2026. With a 2-1 record, the Cyclones are coming off a dominant 55-7 victory over Bowling Green.
Utah enters the game with a perfect 3-0 record, having won their games by significant margins. The Utes boast talented players on both sides of the ball, with their offense featuring a dual-quarterback system and a strong run game.
Bold predictions for the matchup include a breakout performance from Iowa State quarterback Jaylen Raynor, who is expected to record over 275 total yards and score three touchdowns. The Cyclones' defense is also predicted to contain Utah's run game, limiting them to under 125 yards and fewer than 4.0 yards per carry.
Head coach Jimmy Rogers is anticipated to secure his first significant win at Iowa State, potentially pulling off an upset against Utah with a narrow 20-17 victory.
