Cyclones eye strong run after upsets set stage
ISU and UCF enter a Big 12 clash in Orlando with ISU aiming to rebound from a recent slide and a tough 4- game stretch, while UCF rides an uneven season with notable wins including Texas Tech and Texas A&M. Coach Otzelberger stresses resilience as ISU eyes a top conference finish and a big showdown with Houston looming.
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Iowa Hawkeyes defense faces 2025 shakeup after 2024 exodus
Iowa prepares for 2025 with Jaden Harrell and Karson Sharar stepping into larger roles as three first team linebackers exit eligibility. Xavier Nwankpa anchors safety, with T J Hall and Deshaun Lee at cornerback and Drew Stevens nearing final year. Rhys Dakin and Kaden Wetjen emerge as key special teams threats, while Ike Speltz handles long snapping duties.
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Jermain Harris
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Deshaun Lee
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Kven Entringer
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UNI Faces Indiana State In Tough Valley Showdown
Northern Iowa stayed tough late to edge Illinois State 68 65 and keep pace in the Missouri Valley as coach Ben Jacobson stressing mental edge and accountability. Indiana State visits Cedar Falls as UNI eyes another home win and continued momentum.
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