including a ranked matchup against Oklahoma State in their Big 12 opener. However, the team has since suffered six consecutive losses, including three at home, leaving their postseason hopes hanging by a thread. Despite their struggles, Utah’s defense has remained a strength, ranking third in...
2 national ranking. Since moving from North Dakota State to Iowa, Franek is 7-0 with 71.43% bonus. He's competing for a program that has put a wrestler in the national finals every year since 1990, and he's primed for another podium run. Getting past Chittum, though...
with several key offensive players listed as questionable or out for the game. Despite these challenges, Houston’s defense has been a bright spot, ranking 24th nationally in total yards allowed. The defense will need to play at its best to slow down an Iowa State team that has conv...
Ohio State’s defense has become a top-flight unit under the tutelage of DC Jim Knowles, as teams are petrified of throwing on them with OSU ranking #1 nationally defending 45% of their passes going for 0 or less air yards. Helps having a defensive line ...
“We didn’t play very good,” Sarkisian said. “But we played hard, and we played tough. Generally that’s the sign of a pretty good team when you can not play your best football, but find a way to win.” THE TAKEAWAY Iowa State: The Cyclones, who rank 104th in scoring offense...
The Spartans have given up nearly 400 yards on the ground in their last two games, against Oregon and Ohio State. The Hawkeyes are going to run at the Spartans until they prove they can stop them. PLAYERS TO WATCH Iowa: CB Jermari Harris has the highest Pro Football Focus ranking among...
Iowa State Cyclones quarterback Rocco Becht (3) celebrates with fans after fans rushed to the field as Cyclones win 29-21 over Kansas State Wildcats in the NCAA football at Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Ames, Iowa. © Nirmalendu Majumdar/Ames Tr... Wrestling...
The Spartans have given up nearly 400 yards on the ground in their last two games, against Oregon and Ohio State. The Hawkeyes are going to run at the Spartans until they prove they can stop them. PLAYERS TO WATCH Iowa: CB Jermari Harris has the highest Pro Football Focus ranking among...
That attack lines up against an Iowa defense that is 15th in FBS in points allowed and 18th in yards surrendered per game, ranking 4th in rush defense. The Hawkeyes are just 1 point away from being undefeated in this game, and is 1-0 in conference play thus far. ...
The Hawkeyes are certainly known for their defense. Last year, they had the seventh-ranked defense in the nation. They haven't been quite as good in 2024, currently ranking 18th, but there is no question that Iowa is loaded with talent on that side of the ball. ...