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While Utah plays their first road game of the season, what does Iowa State have to do to move the ball on the Utes' aggressive and impressive defense? Jake Brend lays out the game of the chess. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa State vs. Utah is the biggest test of the season, and the Cyclones may have the perfect conditions for a massive upset. Chris Williams and Brent Blum preview the top-15 Utes coming to Ames for a rainy, physical showdown at Jack Trice Stadium. The guys explain why this is such a massive opportunity for Jimmy Rogers and Iowa State, which has already earned significantly more respect than expected after three weeks. They break down the dramatic movement in the point spread, Iowa State’s improved power ratings, and what a win over Utah could mean for the Cyclones’ season. The weather could be a major factor. Iowa State wants this game in the muck, and Williams & Blum discuss how rain could neutralize Utah’s speed while creating an advantage for the Cyclones’ physical rushing attack. They also examine Utah’s unusual two-quarterback system, explosive receivers, and strong offensive line. On the Iowa State offense, the focus is on Jaylen Raynor and his dramatic difference when throwing off play action. Can Iowa State establish the run with Aiden Flora and Arnold Barnes, stay out of third-and-long situations, and create enough explosive plays to beat one of the Big 12’s top teams? The guys also look at Iowa State’s elite red-zone defense, Utah’s incredible red-zone efficiency, special teams, Kyle Conradi and why turnovers and field position could decide a low-scoring game. Plus, Williams & Blum dive into the Big 12, discuss Texas Tech’s playoff and national-title chances, buy Kansas State, hold Arizona, break down Oklahoma State vs. West Virginia, and look back at Iowa State’s history against Utah and other ranked opponents in Ames. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Utah runs a lot of unique personnel groupings, including playing QB Devon Dampier and QB Byrd Ficklin together.As Iowa State prepares for a unique offense, they also prepare for a "nasty" game.Jake Brend reports on the Daily Clone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

QB1 Jaylen Raynor is a hot topic as Iowa State heads into Big 12 play, Jake Brend lays out why it's Raynor's time to shine against Utah. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Remsburg, Colin Newell, and Jirehl Brock are joined by Jake Brend to recap Iowa State’s 55-7 win over Bowling Green. What do the guys see out of Jaylen Raynor? How do they evaluate the progression of the running backs and offensive line? Overall, the proud alumni share their thoughts on the new-look Cyclones heading into Big 12 play. Presented by Wyffels Hybrids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams & Brent Blum analyze what we learned about Jimmy Rogers’ team in a rout of Bowling Green. Will the Utah game next Saturday be a sellout? Discussing Jaylen Raynor’s performance, the Big 12’s hierarchy and more, all courtesy of Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams reacts to Iowa State's blowout victory against Bowling Green. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Brend reacts to Iowa State's Big 12 basketball schedule release. Presnted by Wyffels Hybrids in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Jake Brend preview Iowa State's matchup with Bowling Green in their final non-conference game. What should we see from the Cyclones this weekend? Brend and CW discuss expectations moving forward for Iowa State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Iowa State’s defense has exceeded expectations through two games, and The Beat Reporters break down what the Cyclones could become under Jimmy Rogers. Jake Brend, Rob Gray, and Jackson Pence discuss Iowa State’s impressive defensive performance against Iowa, why the Cyclones should be viewed as a legitimate bowl contender, and how much the offense can improve as the season progresses. The guys dive into Jalen Raynor’s development, the offensive line, explosive plays, Aiden Flora, the emergence of new receivers, and what Iowa State still needs to unlock before Big 12 play. Plus, the guys break down the possibility of Tamin Lipsey returning for Iowa State basketball, what his potential fifth year could mean for the Cyclones, the ongoing lawsuit over eligibility, and how Lipsey would fit alongside Iowa State’s current roster. Presented by Kelderman Manufacturing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Levi, Matthias, and Dylan talk about the week in football, as well as the potential of Tamin Lipsey coming back to Iowa State for one more season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Athletic compiled a list of the estimated roster budget for every P4 team.Jake Brend looks at where Iowa State stacks up against their Big 12 peers and analyzes what it means. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios.Link to the article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/interactive/college-football-nil-spending-budgets/?unlocked_article_code=1.BlE.2tp8.SMuBrJfcAyL0&source=emp_shared_interactive&smid=url-share-ta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Williams and Brent Blum preview Iowa State's matchup against Bowling Green. Is it a good or bad spot for the Cyclones? The guys discuss who could be the biggest playmakers on the offensive side of the ball, the Big 12 slate, and more. Presented by Mechdyne. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Could Tamin Lipsey play for Iowa State in 2026-27? Jake Brend shares what we know.Plus, as Iowa State football continues to try and establish the run, Jimmy Rogers and Tyler Roehl share the importance of connecting on big plays. Presented by Whiskey River in the Northwest Bank Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Brend promised before the season that he would redo his season prediction after he saw how Iowa State's offensive and defensive lines stacked up against Iowa.With 10 games to go, Brend reevaluates his 2026 season outlook. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices