- Matchup: Utah Utes vs Iowa State Cyclones
- Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
- Venue: Jack Trice Stadium, Ames, IA
- Broadcast: FOX
- Betting Odds: Cyclones (+7.5)
- Over/Under Total Points: 48.5
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The undefeated Utah Utes (3-0) are gearing up to face the Iowa State Cyclones (2-1) at Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The Utes are currently favored by 7.5 points according to Las Vegas odds, with the total set at 48.5.
Utah arrives into this contest boasting a perfect 3-0 record. In their most recent game, they shut out the Utah State Aggies, winning decisively with a score of 33-0. The Utes executed their game plan effectively, rushing 37 times for 194 yards, yielding an impressive average of 5.2 yards per attempt. Ultimately, they ran 74 plays, accumulating 480 total yards. Defensively, Utah allowed 15 completions on 29 attempts for 130 passing yards, equating to a completion rate of 51.7%. On the ground, they limited their opponents to 58 yards on 25 carries, allowing just 2.3 yards per attempt.
In terms of scoring, the Utes are averaging an impressive 47.3 points per game. Their ground attack ranks 23rd nationally, as they average 232.7 rushing yards per contest, and their total offensive output stands at 1,554 yards for the season. Utah has recorded 9 passing touchdowns and 10 rushing touchdowns, along with 80 first downs, although they have committed 13 penalties totaling 103 yards. They have turned the ball over twice this season.
Turning to defensive stats, Utah has given up 493 passing yards, placing them at 29th in Division 1 football. They allow an average of 164.3 passing yards per game, maintaining a completion percentage against of 44.8%. Overall, they permit 239.3 total yards per outing, ranking 14th in the nation. They have yielded just 1 passing touchdown and 2 rushing touchdowns. In terms of run defense, they allow 2.7 yards per carry and an average of 75.0 rushing yards per game—only 225 rushing yards across 3 games, ranking 6th in total defense with 8.0 points allowed per game (PPG).
The Iowa State Cyclones enter this matchup with a record of 2-1. Their last appearance was a dominant 55-7 victory over the Bowling Green Falcons. In that game, they amassed 507 yards on 64 plays, averaging an impressive 7.9 yards per play. Iowa State recorded 365 rushing yards on 46 attempts, averaging 7.9 yards per carry. On defense, they conceded 90 rushing yards on 30 carries (3.0 yards per rush) and allowed their secondary to complete just 40.9% of passing attempts, giving up 96 yards on 9 of 22 passing.
On the offensive front, the Cyclones are ranking 52nd in Division 1 with an average of 35.3 points per game. Their total output stands at 355.0 yards per game, placing them 103rd nationally. With 140 yards in penalties from 14 infractions, they rank 114th in Division 1 after suffering 1 interception and 1 fumble recovery against them, along with 49 first downs. So far this season, Iowa State has thrown for 454 yards, averaging 151.3 passing yards per game, which positions them 124th in the country. Their rushing attack, however, averages 203.7 yards per game, totaling 611 rushing yards.
Iowa State has allowed 250 rushing yards (83.3 yards/game), conceding 2 rushing touchdowns this season. They have given up only 1 passing touchdown but allowed 143.0 yards per game, placing them 18th nationally in that category. Overall, they have surrendered just 33 total points. On the defensive side, the Cyclones have recovered 3 fumbles and recorded 2 interceptions this season, participating in 178 total plays, which ranks 36th nationally. Their defense allows a mere 11.0 PPG, positioning them 14th in college football.
Who will emerge victorious in the Utes vs. Cyclones college football clash against the spread?
Expert’s Prediction: Bet on the Utes -7.5
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