- Game: Iowa State Cyclones vs. Iowa Hawkeyes
- Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
- Location: Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City, IA
- TV: NBC
- Odds/Point Spread: Hawkeyes favored by 14.5 points
- Total/Over-Under: 40.5
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The Iowa State Cyclones (1-0) are set to clash with the Iowa Hawkeyes (1-0) at Kinnick Stadium on September 12, 2026. Iowa State opens as 14.5-point underdogs, while the over/under is positioned at 40.5.
The Cyclones come into this matchup with a record of 1-0, having recently defeated the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks with a score of 38-10. On the ground, Iowa State allowed 67 rushing yards from 45 attempts, averaging 1.5 yards per carry defensively. Their secondary permitted 17 completions on 22 throws for 142 passing yards, showcasing a completion rate of 77.3%. Throughout the game, Iowa State executed 48 plays for a total of 303 yards. Offensively, they rushed the ball 31 times, accumulating 108 yards at an average of 3.5 yards per carry.
In terms of offensive scoring, Iowa State is averaging 38.0 points per game (PPG). The team’s rushing yards average stands at 108.0, placing them 107th in NCAA football. They have accumulated a total of 303 offensive yards this season. With regard to touchdowns, Iowa State has recorded 2 through the air and 3 on the ground, alongside 15 first downs. However, they have faced 4 penalties totaling 40 yards and committed 1 turnover.
Defensively, the Cyclones rank 44th in Division I, allowing an average of 10.0 PPG. Opponents are rushing for 1.5 yards per carry, totaling 67.0 yards per game against them. So far this season, they have conceded 67 rushing yards. In terms of passing defense, Iowa State has given up 142 yards, ranking them 47th in Division I, while allowing a 77.3% completion rate. In total, they are surrendering 209.0 yards per game, which ranks 35th nationally. They have yet to give up any passing touchdowns, allowing just 1 rushing touchdown.
The Iowa Hawkeyes also enter this contest with a record of 1-0. In their previous game, they achieved a commanding 40-0 victory over the NIU Huskies. Iowa excelled on the ground, averaging 7.6 yards per attempt and totaling 289 yards on 38 carries. At the end of the match, the Hawkeyes recorded 507 yards from 78 plays, yielding an average of 6.5 yards per play. Their pass defense resulted in a 54.2% completion rate, allowing 113 yards on 13 completions out of 24 attempts while giving up just 7 rushing yards on 31 attempts (0.2 yds per carry).
On the scoring front, the Hawkeyes are averaging 40.0 PPG, ranking 48th in NCAA Division I. They maintain an impressive average of 507.0 total yards per game, placing them 39th nationwide. This season, Iowa has accumulated 60 yards in penalties across 7 infractions, ranking 54th in D-1. They have recorded 1 interception while not surrendering any fumbles and notching 26 first downs. Thus far, the Hawkeyes have compiled a total of 218 passing yards, along with an average of 289.0 rushing yards per game.
Defensively, Iowa has yet to concede any points this season, placing them 7th in Division I. They have allowed merely 7 rushing yards and no touchdowns on the ground. In the passing game, they have permitted no touchdowns, averaging 113.0 passing yards allowed per game, ranking 30th in the division. The Hawkeyes’ defense has been on the field for 55 plays, positioning them 32nd in Division I. They have forced 1 fumble and recorded 1 interception this season.
Who will prevail in this highly anticipated Cyclones vs. Hawkeyes matchup?
Prediction: Take the Hawkeyes with the -14.5 point spread.
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