Cyclones bring back Wildcat look for second half
Iowa State coaches plan to use a Wildcats style formation as a second-half wrinkle against Baylor at Jack Trice Stadium. Quarterback Austen Arnaud remains on the field, and tailback Alexander Robinson has lined up in shotgun briefly to open plays, with the offense staying no-huddle and fast-paced.
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Baylor at Iowa State preview at Jack Trice Stadium
Baylor visits Iowa State at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames for a 6 p.m. kickoff Saturday with ISU holding a 3-3 mark and Iowa State favored by three. The article notes run game strategies and quotes ISU players and coaches about the Wildcat formation and personnel unfamiliarity in the NFL versus college.
Iowa Faces Michigan After Rush Defense Slips
Iowa sported a 200.7 yard per game rushing defense and a top rusher, John Clay, while Michigan aims to keep rolling. Coach Kirk Ferentz said the team is not in a panic as two defensive tackles depart. Iowa allowed 195 rushing yards to Michigan, the season high, and now sit at 4.2 yards per carry. Players described a fired up, hungry group as the Sunday video session showed the front four out of position on some runs.
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Hawkeye Football Live Chat and Wisconsin Preview
Online chat hosts Marc Morehouse Mike Hlas and Scott Dochterman will discuss Hawkeye football from noon to 1 p m today on GazetteOnline com. Angerer accepts fault for defensive line issues and vows better alignment. Wisconsin showcases its top offensive package led by first year starter Tolzien while star back Clay sizes up Iowa’s line and Ballard notes the expected physical clash Saturday.
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Boise State survives a road test at Tulsa
No 5 Boise State won 28-21 at Tulsa as Kellen Moore connected twice with Tommy Gallarda for a pair of first half scores. Tulsa narrowed the gap late on a 91 yard passing drive, but Boise State quit the threat with a fourth three and out to stay undefeated at 6-0.
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Unbeatens in doubt as football season moves on
AP analyzes remaining unbeaten teams Florida Alabama Texas Boise State Cincinnati Iowa TCU Kansas and South Florida. Despite strong starts, schedule strength and upcoming confrontations may end perfect runs. key matchups and potential BCS implications are outlined with emphasis on teams like Cincinnati and South Florida facing pivotal tests.
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Purdue’s evolving passing game under new coach Hope
Purdue's offense shows improving passing numbers as Joey Elliott leads the Big Ten in yards per game and touchdowns ahead of a showdown with No. 7 Ohio State. Coach Danny Hope emphasizes balanced play while Iowa’s Bret Bielema and IllinoisRB rotation comments frame the college scene.
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