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BYU Blows Out Arizona, Iowa State Stuns Iowa, Utah Slams SEC, Kansas Over Missouri, UCF and Pitt?

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

The Big 12’s Week 2 slate is an absolute heavyweight gauntlet that will test the conference's mettle on a national stage. This isn't just a collection of regional games; it’s a referendum on the league's standing in the college football hierarchy.

The weekend kicks off with high-stakes cross-conference friction. Oklahoma State faces a massive test hosting Oregon in Stillwater, where Mike Gundy's squad must prove they can weather the speed of an elite national contender after a sluggish opener. Simultaneously, Kansas State welcomes Washington State in a pivotal matchup, and the historic Border War renewal between Missouri and Kansas injects immediate, fiery chaos into the Friday night air.

Within the conference, the schedule delivers foundational blockbusters. No. 14 BYU returns home to face Arizona in a crucial early conference showdown at LaVell Edwards Stadium, carrying immense weight for the Big 12 race. Later that night, the spotlight shifts to Salt Lake City, where No. 21 Utah hosts SEC opponent Arkansas in a late-night battle offering a prime-time platform to showcase the physical dominance of the league's western flank against traditional power-conference brands.

Meanwhile, dark-horse contenders face tricky road tests: No. 12 Texas Tech travels to Corvallis to face Oregon State, and Iowa State renews its fierce instate rivalry against Iowa.

With national perception, playoff leverage, and conference supremacy all hanging in the balance, this Saturday will completely reshape the narrative of the college football landscape.

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Our First Episode, Week 2 Bets and Preview | PICKS AFTER DARK

CF After Dark — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Matt Nelson, Thom Turner, and Austin Keeney bring you Picks After Dark! This is a football gambling show for the sickos. We fly through the college football board to identify fun games to bet and give our favorite 5 picks for Week 2!

CFAD INTERROGATES: Cy-Hawk W/ Andrew Downs

CF After Dark — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Matthias Interrogates Andrew Downs about all things Hawkeye football leading into this weekend's Cy-Hawk matchup.

CyHawk game preview

Bleav — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:22:46 GMT

In this episode, Tyler Carter-Koonce breaks down the upcoming Iowa State vs. Iowa game, analyzing team strategies, key players, and game predictions, providing insights for college football fans.

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CF PREGAME: Iowa State heads to Kinnick to take on No. 21 Iowa

Chris Williams — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:19:00 GMT

Chris Williams and Jake Brend give their thoughts ahead of Iowa State's road matchup against No. 21 Iowa in Iowa City. Can Iowa State pull off the upset? Diving into all the keys for the Cyclones and more.

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CF PREGAME: Iowa State heads to Kinnick to take on No. 21 Iowa

Chris Williams — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:19:00 GMT

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DAILY CLONE: What are the four potential outcomes in Saturday's Cy-Hawk game?

Chris Williams — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:36:00 GMT

In Jimmy Rogers' first Cy-Hawk game, there are four outcomes: Iowa wins in a blowout, Iowa wins comfortably, Iowa wins a close game OR Iowa State pulls off the upset.

Jake Brend lays out what would need to happen for all four of those scenarios.

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DAILY CLONE: What are the four potential outcomes in Saturday's Cy-Hawk game?

Chris Williams — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:36:00 GMT

In Jimmy Rogers' first Cy-Hawk game, there are four outcomes: Iowa wins in a blowout, Iowa wins comfortably, Iowa wins a close game OR Iowa State pulls off the upset.

Jake Brend lays out what would need to happen for all four of those scenarios.

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Cy-Hawk beckons

Des Moines Register — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:28:01 GMT

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss Iowa State's rivalry matchup with Iowa - how the Cyclones might fare and where can they pull the upset.

The Night Cap | Undefeated Jimmy Rogers, Cyhawk Preview

CF After Dark — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:10:00 GMT

The boys run through last week's game against SEMO and talk about all things leading up to the Cy-Hawk game. Matthias may dress up like a Disney princess if Iowa State wins.

The Night Cap | Undefeated Jimmy Rogers, Cyhawk Preview

Chris Williams — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:09:00 GMT

The boys run through last week's game against SEMO and talk about all things leading up to the Cy-Hawk game. Matthias may dress up like a Disney princess if Iowa State wins.

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The Night Cap | Undefeated Jimmy Rogers, Cyhawk Preview

Chris Williams — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:09:00 GMT

The boys run through last week's game against SEMO and talk about all things leading up to the Cy-Hawk game. Matthias may dress up like a Disney princess if Iowa State wins.

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Ep 361 - Iowa Preview

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:00:00 GMT

The Cyclone Radio Network team - John Walters, Eric Heft and Ryan Harklau - previews Saturday's Cy-Hawk game in Iowa City.

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Ep 361 - Iowa preview

Iowa State Athletics — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:26:14 GMT

DAILY CLONE: How to Overcome the Atmosphere at Kinnick Stadium

Chris Williams — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:23:00 GMT

As Iowa State enters eastern Iowa as a big underdog, they'll need to win the turnover battle and stay ahead of the sticks. That's easier said than done, especially in that environment. Jake Brend takes you through what Iowa State is doing to get ready for Kinnick Stadium. Presented by Fareway Meat & Grocery in the Northwest Bank Studios.

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DAILY CLONE: How to Overcome the Atmosphere at Kinnick Stadium

Chris Williams — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:23:00 GMT

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Williams & Blum: Cy-Hawk Preview, Keys To Victory against Iowa

Chris Williams — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:25:00 GMT

Chris Williams and Brent Blum break down Iowa State's biggest game of the young season: Iowa State vs. Iowa at Kinnick Stadium.

The guys discuss Jimmy Rogers' approach to the rivalry, why this game is different from a normal matchup, and how important a strong performance could be for the new Iowa State coaching staff.

CW and Blum dive into the biggest keys for the Cyclones, including Jalen Raynor's ability to avoid turnovers, Iowa State's offensive line, the matchup between Iowa State's defensive line and Iowa's offensive line, and whether the Cyclones can stay ahead of the chains against Iowa's defense.

Can Iowa State's defense keep the Cyclones in the game? Can Jalen Rayner make enough plays? And can Iowa State survive the first half and take the pressure back to Iowa in the fourth quarter?

Plus, Williams & Blum look around the Big 12 and discuss the conference's massive Week 2 slate.

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Williams & Blum: Cy-Hawk Preview, Keys To Victory against Iowa

Chris Williams — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:25:00 GMT

Chris Williams and Brent Blum break down Iowa State's biggest game of the young season: Iowa State vs. Iowa at Kinnick Stadium.

The guys discuss Jimmy Rogers' approach to the rivalry, why this game is different from a normal matchup, and how important a strong performance could be for the new Iowa State coaching staff.

Can Iowa State's defense keep the Cyclones in the game? Can Jalen Rayner make enough plays? And can Iowa State survive the first half and take the pressure back to Iowa in the fourth quarter?

Plus, Williams & Blum look around the Big 12 and discuss the conference's massive Week 2 slate.

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Clones Beat SEMO, CyHawk Preview, and Drafting Matt's Fantasy Team | The Litecast

CF After Dark — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Matt Nelson and Austin Keeney recap the new in-stadium experience at Jack Trice and Iowa State's 38-10 win over SEMO, including what we liked and didn't like from both units. The guys also discuss Iowa's opening win, the QB play, and the ineptitude of their opponent in anticipation of the CyHawk game. They also power ranked their least favorite things about Iowa fans. As a bonus, Matt had a fantasy football draft start towards the end of the show, so we had some check ins and NFL talk.

The Beat Reporters: The Biggest Keys to the Cy-Hawk Showdown

Chris Williams — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT

It's Cy-Hawk Week, and The Beat Reporters are breaking down everything surrounding Iowa State vs. Iowa!

Jake Brend, Jackson Pence and Rob Gray look back at their favorite Cy-Hawk memories before diving into Saturday night's showdown at Kinnick Stadium.

The guys break down Iowa State's new-look defense, Jimmy Rogers and Jesse Bobbitt, and the biggest challenge facing the Cyclones: stopping Iowa's powerful rushing attack and offensive line. Can the Iowa State defensive front hold up against one of the best offensive lines in the country?

On the other side, Iowa State's offense faces a major test against Phil Parker and an experienced Iowa defense. The crew discusses Jalen Raynor's ability to make plays with his legs, the importance of hitting deep shots, Iowa State's running game, and why turnovers could decide the rivalry.

Plus, the Beat Reporters discuss Iowa's quarterback battle between Hank Brown and Jeremy Hecklinski, the importance of weathering Iowa's early offensive punch, special teams, and Jimmy Rogers' candid approach with the media.

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The Beat Reporters: The Biggest Keys to the Cy-Hawk Showdown

Chris Williams — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT

It's Cy-Hawk Week, and The Beat Reporters are breaking down everything surrounding Iowa State vs. Iowa!

Jake Brend, Jackson Pence and Rob Gray look back at their favorite Cy-Hawk memories before diving into Saturday night's showdown at Kinnick Stadium.

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Cyclones are 1-0 | CyHawk Preview | DOWN THE PIPE

CF After Dark — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 03:05:00 GMT

Levi and Jordan break down Iowa State's week one victory over Southeast Missouri State, then discuss how Iowa State can win its third CyHawk game in a row this weeked in Iowa City.

DAILY CLONE: Is Iowa State ready for the Iowa OL?

Chris Williams — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:11:00 GMT

While many people inside the Iowa State football program prepare for their first Cy-Hawk game, Jimmy Rogers and Jesse Bobbit know what they're walking into.

With experience playing at Kinnick Stadium back in 2022 as a Jackrabbit, Rogers can take something from that game, but not everything.

Jake Brend reports how Iowa's new-look offense will be a challenge for Iowa State.

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DAILY CLONE: Is Iowa State ready for the Iowa OL?

Chris Williams — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:11:00 GMT

While many people inside the Iowa State football program prepare for their first Cy-Hawk game, Jimmy Rogers and Jesse Bobbit know what they're walking into.

With experience playing at Kinnick Stadium back in 2022 as a Jackrabbit, Rogers can take something from that game, but not everything.

Jake Brend reports how Iowa's new-look offense will be a challenge for Iowa State.

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InCYde Zone: Can Iowa State REALLY Beat Iowa?

Chris Williams — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:10:00 GMT

Cy-Hawk Week is here, and InCYde Zone is breaking down everything you need to know before Iowa State travels to Kinnick Stadium!

Jacqueline Cordova, Jirehl Brock, and Jake Remsburg react to Iowa State's 38-10 win over Southeast Missouri to open the Jimmy Rogers era. The crew breaks down the first look at the new-look Cyclones, including Jaylen Raynor, the running back room, Iowa State's defensive line, Benny Ngoyi's incredible one-handed interception, and the early signs of what this team could become.

They also discuss the biggest question marks from Week 1, including Iowa State's offensive line, quarterback accuracy, the wide receiver and tight end rooms, and which players can emerge as the Cyclones' top playmakers.

Then it's all about the Cy-Hawk rivalry.

What makes Iowa vs. Iowa State different for players? How much does coaching experience matter in this rivalry? Can Iowa State's aggressive defensive line give Iowa problems? And what will it take for the Cyclones to pull the upset at Kinnick?

Jirehl and Jake also share stories from their playing days, including the intensity of Cy-Hawk Week, trash talk between players, memorable Iowa State-Iowa moments, and what it's like playing in one of college football's biggest in-state rivalries.

Plus, the crew gives their most irresponsible Cy-Hawk predictions!

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