- Matchup: West Virginia Mountaineers vs Iowa State Cyclones
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Venue: Jack Trice Stadium, Ames, IA
- Broadcast: TNT
- Betting Odds: Cyclones favored by 3.5 points
- Total Points Over/Under: 51.5
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The West Virginia Mountaineers (3-1) will visit Jack Trice Stadium on Saturday, October 3, 2026, to face off against the Iowa State Cyclones (2-2). The Cyclones are currently favored by 3.5 points for this matchup, with the over/under set at 51.5.
So far this season, the Mountaineers have a record of 3-1. In their most recent game, they suffered a defeat against the Oklahoma State Cowboys, ending with a score of 41-24. On defense, West Virginia allowed 220 rushing yards on 41 attempts, averaging 5.4 yards per carry. They also conceded 20 completions on 27 attempts for a total of 389 passing yards, achieving a completion percentage of 74.1%. Overall, the Mountaineers executed 88 plays and amassed 467 total yards. On the ground, they rushed 66 times, accumulating 335 yards for an average of 5.1 yards per carry.
This season, the Mountaineers have achieved 1,842 total yards. In terms of offensive scoring, they have recorded 6 passing touchdowns and 13 rushing touchdowns, with 3 turnovers to date. The team boasts 91 first downs and has committed 19 penalties totaling 143 yards. Their rushing offense is particularly impressive, ranking 4th in Division 1, averaging 294.8 yards per game. Overall, they score an impressive 36.3 points per game.
On the defensive side, the Mountaineers have allowed 1,129 passing yards, ranking them 131st in Division 1. They give up an average of 282.3 yards per game through the air with a completion percentage of 64.6%. Overall, they’re letting opponents gain 426.5 yards per game, putting them at 123rd nationally. They’ve allowed 8 passing touchdowns and 3 rushing touchdowns, with averages of 4.1 yards per carry and 144.3 rushing yards per game, totaling 577 rushing yards allowed in 4 games. The team’s defense ranks 87th in points allowed, giving up an average of 24.8 points per game.
The Cyclones enter this matchup with a 2-2 record for the season. Their last game resulted in a loss to the Utah Utes, finishing 31-17. In that contest, Iowa State managed 316 total yards from 73 plays, averaging 4.3 yards per play. The rushing attack averaged 3.4 yards per carry, totaling 111 yards on 33 attempts. Defensively, they allowed 33 rush attempts for 205 yards, averaging 6.2 yards per carry, and their secondary surrendered a completion rate of 66.7%, totaling 206 yards on 18 completions from 27 attempts.
In terms of scoring, the Cyclones rank 70th in Division 1 with an average of 30.8 points per game. They average 345.3 total yards per game, which puts them at 110th nationally. The team has incurred 195 yards in penalties over 19 infractions, positioning them 121st in Division 1 for mistakes. They have 3 interceptions and 1 lost fumble, with a total of 72 first downs generated this season. In total, the Cyclones have thrown for 659 passing yards, averaging 164.8 per game, ranking 119th in college football with an overall rushing average of 180.5 yards per game, totaling 722 yards thus far.
Iowa State’s defense has allowed 455 rushing yards (113.8 yards per game) and 4 rushing touchdowns this season. They’ve also given up 3 touchdown passes and 158.8 passing yards per game, ranking them 16th nationally. With 64 points allowed for the season, their defense has forced 3 fumbles and secured 2 interceptions. With 238 defensive plays executed, they rank 39th in the nation. The Cyclones allow an average of 16.0 points per game, putting them 30th overall in the country.
Who will triumph in the Mountaineers vs. Cyclones game against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on the Cyclones at -3.5
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