Iowa State's commanding 38-14 victory over the Kansas Jayhawks this past weekend was a defining moment of their season, securing the Cyclones' seventh win and demonstrating their full potential. The win, which snapped a three-game skid against Kansas, was fueled by a return to form from the offense, anchored by quarterback Rocco Becht, and a stout performance from a defense that suffocated the Kansas attack. Quarterback Rocco Becht looked sharper and more confident than ever, throwing for three touchdowns and efficiently managing the game. However, the Cyclones truly leaned on a powerful run game to control the clock and wear down the opposing defense. Running back Carsen Hansen delivered a career-best performance, rushing for 120 yards and a touchdown, which established a physical tempo that Kansas struggled to match. This commitment to the ground attack opened up the passing game, allowing Becht to connect on timely throws and sustain crucial drives throughout the contest. Crucially, the Iowa State defense played super good, holding a potent Kansas offense to just 14 points. This unit consistently pressured the quarterback and limited explosive plays, ensuring the Cyclones maintained a comfortable lead throughout the afternoon. This level of execution—from the confident quarterback play and relentless rushing attack to the dominant defensive stand, showcased a complete team effort. The comprehensive victory propels Iowa State to a 7-4 record and sets a strong trajectory for the final games of the regular season. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Omaha Steaks Save big on unforgettable gifts with Omaha Steaks. Visit https://OmahaSteaks.com for 50% off site-wide and an extra 20% off select favorites during their Cyber Sale. And for an additional $35 off, use promo code COLLEGE at checkout. Wayfair Don’t miss out on early Black Friday deals. Head to https://Wayfair.com now to shop Wayfair’s Black Friday sale for up to 70% off.Sale ends December 7th. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
