- Matchup: Iowa State Cyclones vs Cincinnati Bearcats
- Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
- Venue: Nippert Stadium, Cincinnati, OH
- Broadcast: ESPN2
- Betting Odds: Bearcats (+1.0)
- Total Points Over/Under: 52
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On Saturday, October 4, 2025, the Cincinnati Bearcats (3-1) will face off against the undefeated Iowa State Cyclones (5-0) at Nippert Stadium. Cincinnati enters the match as 1.0-point underdogs according to sportsbooks, with the over/under set at 52 points.
The Iowa State Cyclones are enjoying a strong season, boasting a perfect 5-0 record. In their most recent game, they triumphed over the Arizona Wildcats with a score of 39-14. The Cyclones executed 47 rushing plays for a total of 111 yards, averaging 2.4 yards per carry. Throughout the game, they ran 69 offensive plays, accumulating 399 total yards. On defense, Iowa State allowed 32 completions on 48 attempts, giving up 253 passing yards at a completion rate of 66.7%. They also surrendered 107 rushing yards on 24 carries, averaging 4.5 yards per rush.
This season, the Cyclones have amassed 1,931 total yards. In terms of scoring, Iowa State has achieved 7 touchdowns through the air and 12 on the ground, with a total of 5 turnovers. The team has recorded 100 first downs and has incurred 13 penalties for 113 yards. They average 151.0 rushing yards per game, placing them 79th nationally. Offensively, the Cyclones are scoring an average of 31.6 points per game.
Defensively, Iowa State ranks 18th in the nation, allowing just 14.2 points per game. They give up 3.9 yards per carry and a total of 118.2 rushing yards per game, accumulating 591 rushing yards surrendered over 5 games. In the air, they have conceded 957 passing yards, ranking 67th in the nation, with an average of 191.4 yards conceded per game and a completion percentage of 61.0%. Overall, the Cyclones’ defense allows 309.6 total yards per game, putting them at 36th in the college football rankings. They have yielded 5 touchdown passes and 3 rushing touchdowns.
The Cincinnati Bearcats will step onto the field with a 3-1 record this season. In their previous outing, they secured a close victory against the Kansas Jayhawks, ending with a score of 37-34. Cincinnati totaled 603 yards, executing 81 plays at an impressive average of 7.4 yards per play. They rushed for 215 yards on 37 attempts, averaging 5.8 yards per carry. The Bearcats allowed their opponents 27 carries for 152 yards, yielding 5.6 yards per attempt, and their pass defense faced a challenging day, allowing a 67.9% completion rate with 445 yards on 19 completions out of 28 attempts.
Averaging 479.5 yards per game, the Cincinnati Bearcats rank 17th in the country. Their offense has incurred 205 yards of penalties from 24 infractions, ranking 92nd in Division 1. Cincinnati’s ground game averages 191.5 yards per game, totaling 766 rushing yards so far. They have thrown just 1 interception while losing 2 fumbles, recording 90 first downs overall. In terms of scoring, the Bearcats are 16th in the nation, averaging 39.5 points per game. So far this season, they have achieved 1,152 passing yards, translating to an average of 288.0 yards per game, which places them 25th in Division 1.
Defensively, Cincinnati has allowed 428 rushing yards (107.0 yards per game) and just 1 rushing touchdown throughout the season. Through the air, they have conceded 7 touchdown passes and 249.0 yards per game, ranking them 105th in the nation. In total, Cincinnati has allowed 74 points this season, recovering 2 fumbles and recording no interceptions. Their defense has been active on 255 plays, ranking them 27th in Division 1, giving up an average of 18.5 points per game, which puts them at 36th in the country.
Who will emerge victorious in this exciting Cyclones vs. Bearcats college football matchup?
Expert’s Prediction: Choose the Cyclones -1.0
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