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Iowa State Cyclones Look to Continue Strong Road Record Against Struggling Utah Utes in Crucial Match-Up

Game time: November 23, 2024 at 7:30 PM ET

Venue: Rice-Eccles Stadium — Salt Lake City, UT

Article updated Nov 21, 9:08 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The #22 Iowa State Cyclones will be facing the struggling Utah Utes in a crucial match-up. Iowa State is focused on their chance to make the BIG12 Championship game, while

Game outlook

The #22 Iowa State Cyclones will be facing the struggling Utah Utes in a crucial match-up. Iowa State is focused on their chance to make the BIG12 Championship game, while Utah is in danger of missing a bowl for the first time since 2013. Iowa State has a strong record on the road, with a 7-2 record, while Utah has struggled at home with a 2-3 record. The Cyclones have a better ATS and O/U record compared to the Utes. The game is predicted to have chilly and wet conditions at the 5:30 PM MST kick-off in Rice-Eccles Stadium on Saturday, November 23. Iowa State is currently favored at -7.5. This breakdown of the match-up will help in making an informed decision on a side and total for the game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Cyclones -280 | Running Utes +235

Spread: Cyclones -7.5 (-110) | Running Utes +7.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 42 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Iowa St. will win straight-up is 74%.

Iowa St. Cyclones

Iowa State is currently in the midst of a successful campaign with an 7-2 record, including a notable undefeated start to the season. Head Coach Matt Campbell has been leading the team to impressive victories, such as their recent win over Cincinnati. Quarterback Rocco Becht has been a key player, with a high completion rate and impressive yardage. The Cyclones have a strong offense, averaging 31.4 points per game, and a solid defense that ranks 21st in the nation. Place kicker Kyle Konrardy has been reliable with his field goals. Overall, Iowa State is ranked 20th in power rankings, demonstrating their strong performance this season.

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Utah Running Utes Analysis

The Utah Utes are currently facing a challenging season, with a 4-6 record and the possibility of missing their first bowl game since 2013. Despite high expectations at the beginning of the season, injuries and tough losses have impacted the team. Freshman QB Isaac Wilson has shown promise but also faced struggles, while senior RB Micah Bernard has been a standout player with almost 1000 rushing yards. The Utes' defense has been strong, allowing minimal yardage and maintaining impressive completion and conversion rates for their opponents. However, recent losses and defensive struggles against Colorado have raised concerns among fans and analysts. As they head into their remaining games, the team will need to regroup and focus on finishing the season strong.

Iowa State Faces Tough Challenge Against Utah in Salt Lake Amidst Recent Struggles

Iowa State's recent performance has been noteworthy, with two losses in their last three games, creating a challenge for them against Utah in Salt Lake. Despite Utah facing difficulties in their program, the Cyclones may struggle due to the Utes' strong defense and the notable performance of Shedeur Sanders. The Utes have shown resilience in the face of adversity, as seen in their recent game against BYU, where they lost by only one point but managed to cover the spread as underdogs. The forecasted inclement weather, with cold temperatures and a high chance of rain, is expected to inhibit high-scoring play, further complicating Iowa State's prospects of covering the spread. Despite Utah's tough season, Coach Whittingham's ability to keep the team focused on achieving a sixth win is impressive. Iowa State's recent failures to cover the spread make them appear overvalued in this matchup. Therefore, it is advisable to bet on the Utes with a 7.5-point advantage.

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SportsJaw Cyclones vs Running Utes archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Cyclones vs Running Utes matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Iowa St. Cyclones-233 → -250Moved
  • Moneyline · Utah Running Utes+190 → +210Moved
  • Spread · Iowa St. Cyclones-6 (-110) → -6.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Utah Running Utes+6 (-110) → +6.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over43 (-110) → 42.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under43 (-110) → 42.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Iowa St. Cyclones
7-2 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Utah Running Utes
3-6 matchup record · 2-8-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-11-22T02:08:20.163Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Utah Utes are currently facing a challenging season, with a 4-6 record and the possibility of missing their first bowl game since 2013. Despite high expectations at the beginning of the season, injuries and tough losses have impacted the team. Freshman QB Isaac Wilson has shown promise but also faced struggles, while senior RB Micah Bernard has been a standout player with almost 1000 rushing yards. The Utes' defense has been strong, allowing minimal yardage and maintaining impressive completion and conversion rates for their opponents. However, recent losses and defensive struggles against Colorado have raised concerns among fans and analysts. As they head into their remaining games, the team will need to regroup and focus on finishing the season strong.

Recent head-to-head

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Final result

Matchup pick recap

Iowa St. Cyclones defeated Utah Running Utes 31-28

Iowa St. Cyclones defeated Utah Running Utes 31-28 on November 23, 2024, a 3-point decision in the series. Iowa St. Cyclones' strongest period was the 3rd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 7-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded Iowa St. Cyclones -6.5 (-110) spread, Utah Running Utes covered, while the 59 combined points finished over the recorded total of 42.5.

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Tipster picks

  • TphamTotal · Over 42 (-110)Win
  • AdrianMariucciSpread · Utah Running Utes +7 (-110)Win
  • PurplebloodSpread · Iowa St. Cyclones -7 (-110)Loss
  • NonamefaceSpread · Utah Running Utes +7 (-110)Win