ISU's rushing surge and team chemistry lift Cyclones
Iowa State rides a 200-yard rushing streak led by transfer Jaylon Jackson who ran 51 yards and surpassed 100 rushing yards for the first time as a Cyclone. Coach Matt Campbell lauds player buy in from stars to walk-ons as special teams shine with Myles Mendeszoon’s block and Caden Matson’s 25-yard TD return.
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Cyclones roll past Bears as Jack son fuels 32-point drive
Iowa State sprinted to a 32-point surge led by Jaylon Jackson who rolled 107 rushing yards and a 20-yard scoring run. QB Rocco Becht praised the O line and special teams as the Cyclones built on big plays from Jayden Higgins and a 25-yard punt return. Coach Matt Campbell emphasized staying focused despite adversity.
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McNamara Improving Yet Face Rough Day Against Ohio State
Iowa coach Kirk Ferentz says Cade McNamara is improving and not leading a quarterback controversy. McNamara went 14 of 20 for 98 yards and three turnovers in a 35-7 loss to No. 2 Ohio State, while Brady Sullivan played one fourth quarter drive.
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Iowa Hawkeyes struggle versus ranked foes since 2021
Iowa has not defeated a ranked opponent since a 23 20 win over No 4 Penn State on Oct 9 2021, losing eight straight to higher ranked teams including the last five games by a wide margin 181 to 17. Cade McNamara pledges to rise to Big Ten elite as Ferentz notes no magic formula.
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