Cyclones seek edge as Chizik eyed knowledge of Texas
Iowa State coach Gene Chizik leverages insider familiarity with Texas to gain an advantage at Jack Trice Stadium. Both teams struggle in Big 12 play with ISU ranked last in scoring and total offense, while Texas aims to rebound after two straight conference losses.
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Illini mix of youth and veterans fuels 5 1 start
Illinois shows strong rush offense and improving defense as Arrelious Benn and Vontae Davis lead a talented group. Rashard Mendenhall ranks high in rushing while the team contends for spots in Iowa City and beyond. Benn and Williams faced injuries but expect readiness for upcoming games.
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UNI Star QB Sanders Poised to Return for Key Illinois Duel
Northern Iowa hopes star quarterback Eric Sanders plays Saturday against Southern Illinois after a shoulder sprain. He practiced through a bye week and says he is 90 to 95 percent ready, with a possible game-time decision by coach Mark Farley. Pat Grace would start if needed as UNI (5-0) faces 6-0 SIU in a nationally watched, sellout bid televised statewide.
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Texas star receiver Limas Sweed to undergo wrist surgery
Texas announced senior wide receiver Limas Sweed will have wrist ligament surgery ending his college career. The 6-foot-5 playmaker ranked second in school history with 20 career TD catches and played through pain before being sidelined after Saturday's loss to Oklahoma. He leaves Texas facing Iowa State while defensive end Aaron Lewis and fullback Luke Tiemann also miss part of the season.
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