- Matchup: Arizona State Sun Devils vs Iowa State Cyclones
- Event Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
- Venue: Jack Trice Stadium, Ames, IA
- Broadcast: TNT
- Betting Line: Cyclones favored by 5.5 points
- Over/Under Total: 50.5
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The Arizona State Sun Devils (5-2) are set to face off against the Iowa State Cyclones (5-3) at Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The Cyclones enter the game as 5.5-point favorites, according to Vegas oddsmakers, with the total points projected at 50.5.
Arizona State arrives with a 5-2 record this season. In their latest outing, the Sun Devils faced the Houston Cougars, suffering a 24-16 defeat. In that game, Arizona State attempted 21 rushes, gaining 98 yards at an average of 4.7 yards per carry. They executed 67 plays, amassing a total of 426 yards. On defense, the Sun Devils allowed 17 completions on 22 attempts for 201 yards, achieving a completion rate of 77.3%. Against the run, Arizona State conceded 183 yards on 48 carries, averaging 3.8 yards per attempt.
In terms of scoring, Arizona State averages 24.8 points per game. They are ranked 48th in NCAA Division 1, with an average of 174.9 rushing yards per game. So far this season, the Sun Devils have compiled 3,209 total yards. Their touchdown distribution includes 11 passing touchdowns and 10 rushing touchdowns. Offensively, they have achieved 179 first downs while committing 64 penalties for 478 yards. They have also turned the ball over 5 times.
Defensively, Arizona State has allowed 1,718 passing yards, placing them 76th nationally. They give up an average of 214.8 passing yards per game with a completion percentage of 63.8%. Over the season, they have yielded 334.6 total yards per game, ranking 38th in college football. The defensive unit has allowed 11 passing touchdowns and 14 rushing touchdowns, averaging 3.6 yards per carry and 119.9 rushing yards allowed per game. In 8 games, they have conceded a total of 959 rushing yards, ranking 70th nationally in points allowed, with an average of 24.3 points per game.
The Iowa State Cyclones enter the contest with a record of 5-3. In their previous game, they faced off against the BYU Cougars, losing 41-27. The Cyclones recorded 184 rushing yards on 34 carries, averaging 5.4 yards per rush. They totaled 495 yards, executing 70 plays for an average of 7.1 yards per play. Iowa State’s pass defense allowed a completion rate of 61.1%, giving up 307 yards on 22 of 36 passing attempts. They also allowed 28 rush attempts for 103 yards, averaging 3.7 yards per carry.
The Iowa State Cyclones boast an average of 417.1 yards per game, which ranks them 45th in Division 1. Their offense has incurred 271 penalty yards over 33 infractions, ranking 123rd in Division 1 for detrimental penalties. They average 166.4 rushing yards per game, totaling 1,331 rushing yards this season. The Cyclones have thrown 6 interceptions and lost 4 fumbles, while successfully converting 175 first downs. In terms of scoring, they rank 67th in Division 1, averaging 29.0 points per game. They have also passed for 2,006 yards this season, averaging 250.8 passing yards per game, placing them 47th nationally.
Iowa State has allowed 1,094 yards on the ground (136.8 yards per game) and 9 rushing touchdowns so far this season. In addition, they have surrendered 11 passing touchdowns while allowing 216.6 yards per game, ranking them 63rd in Division 1 for this statistic. Overall, their defense has allowed 174 total points giving up 21.8 points per game, which ranks 48th in the nation. Their defense has made 3 fumble recoveries and 6 interceptions, while also facing 503 plays, placing them 63rd in college football.
Who will prevail in this Sun Devils vs. Cyclones matchup?
Prediction: Take the Sun Devils +5.5
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