In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, we dive into the CyHawk rivalry showdown, where Iowa State made it two in a row against the Hawkeyes with a gritty, defense-first win in Ames. And yes—Cyclone fans got to belt out “Sweet Caroline” as the team hoisted the trophy at home.This was vintage Iowa football in all the worst ways. The Hawkeyes dragged the game into their trademark rock fight, relying on defense and an offense that looked stuck in the 1940s. While Iowa’s defense kept them in it, their inability to generate any downfield threat led to predictable turnovers—including a costly pick that turned momentum.Iowa State, on the other hand, leaned on quarterback Rocco Becht, who continues to build a reputation as one of the nation’s most clutch signal-callers. His efficient play and steady fourth-quarter drive showcased the same moxie that has fans comparing him to former Cyclone great Brock Purdy.The Cyclones’ defense was equally impressive, racking up tackles for loss and sacks while bottling up Iowa’s ground game. Standouts like Dominique “Big Citrus” Orange set the tone up front, while kicker Kyle Conrardi once again delivered from long range, hitting another 50+ yarder in a rivalry game.With two straight CyHawk wins, a victory over Kansas State already in hand, and a balanced attack featuring tight ends and running backs, we believe Iowa State looks poised to be a real contender in the Big 12.

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