- Matchup: Oklahoma State Cowboys vs Iowa State Cyclones
- Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
- Venue: Jack Trice Stadium, Ames, IA
- Broadcast: SEC Network
- Point Spread: Cyclones (+7.5)
- Over/Under Total: 57
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The Iowa State Cyclones (3-4) are set to clash with the Oklahoma State Cowboys (5-2) at Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, October 31, 2026. The Cowboys enter the contest as 7.5-point favorites, as per the latest Vegas odds. The over/under for this exciting matchup is set at 57.
The Oklahoma State Cowboys come into this game with a season record of 5-2. In their most recent outing, they faced the Colorado Buffaloes and secured an impressive victory with a score of 57-24. Throughout that game, the Cowboys executed 38 rushing attempts, accumulating 188 yards, averaging 4.9 yards per carry. Overall, they ran 76 offensive plays for a total yardage of 598. Defensively, Oklahoma State allowed 22 completions on 32 attempts for 343 passing yards, achieving a completion rate of 68.8%. At the line of scrimmage, they yielded 56 rushing yards on 30 attempts, averaging 1.9 yards per carry.
Over the course of the season, the Cowboys have amassed a total of 3,704 yards. They have scored 21 touchdowns through the air and 10 on the ground, with 11 turnovers recorded. The offense has recorded 185 first downs and has incurred 39 penalties, resulting in 363 yards. Rushing averages sit at 188.1 yards per game, which places them 38th in college football. Scoring-wise, Oklahoma State has an impressive average of 40.0 points per game.
Defensively, the Cowboys rank 64th in college football, allowing 23.7 points per game. They concede an average of 3.7 yards per rush and 137.6 rushing yards per game, adding up to 963 rushing yards given up so far this season. In terms of passing, they have allowed 1,585 yards, ranking them 78th in Division 1, with an average of 226.4 passing yards permitted per game and a completion percentage of 63.8%. Overall, they allow an average of 364.0 yards per game, ranking 73rd nationally. The Cowboys’ defense has given up 14 touchdowns through the air and 7 on the ground.
The Cyclones come into this contest with a current record of 3-4. In their last game, they faced the Arizona Wildcats and suffered a tough loss, 39-3. Iowa State permitted 36 rushing attempts for a total of 141 yards, averaging 3.9 yards per rush. In pass defense, the Cyclones had a completion rate against them of 81.1%, allowing 336 yards on 30 completions from 37 attempts. Offensively, Iowa State managed 221 yards from 58 plays, averaging 3.8 yards per play, with a rushing average of just 1.7 yards per carry, totaling 52 yards on 31 attempts.
Regarding scoring, Iowa State ranks 90th in college football with an average of 25.9 points per game. Their offense averages 339.9 yards per contest, placing them 108th nationwide. They have committed 38 penalties, summing up to 325 yards lost, putting them 118th in Division 1 for penalties. This season, they have thrown 4 interceptions and lost 2 fumbles, while accumulating 129 first downs. The Cyclones have recorded 1,238 passing yards, averaging 176.9 yards per game, ranking 123rd in Division 1. Their rushing attack averages 163.0 yards per game, totaling 1,141 rushing yards so far.
Defensively, the Cyclones allow 24.1 points per game, which ranks them 70th in the country. They have surrendered 1,064 rushing yards this season (152.0 yards per game) along with 12 touchdowns on the ground. Additionally, they have allowed 9 passing touchdowns and 218.1 passing yards per game, ranking them 86th overall. Iowa State’s defense has been on the field for 435 plays, placing them 25th in the nation. So far this season, they have recorded 6 fumbles and 2 interceptions, allowing a total of 169 points.
Who will come out on top in this thrilling Cowboys vs. Cyclones college football showdown against the spread?
Prediction: Take the Cyclones +7.5
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