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Iowa Hawkeyes Favored to Win in Intrastate Clash Against Iowa State Cyclones in CyHawk Rivalry

College football fans can look forward to an exciting matchup this Saturday as the Iowa State Cyclones take on the 21st-ranked Iowa Hawkeyes in the CyHawk Rivalry. With both teams coming off strong opening wins, all eyes will be on Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, IA for the 3:30 ET kickoff. Currently, Iowa is the betting favorite with a -3 spread that has remained unchanged leading up to the game. Be sure to tune in for what promises to be a thrilling intrastate clash.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cyclones +130 | Hawkeyes -154
• Spread: Cyclones +3 (-110) | Hawkeyes -3 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 35 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Iowa will win straight-up is 61%.

Iowa St. vs Iowa Stats

Iowa St. Cyclones

Coach Matt Campbell is heading into his ninth season with Iowa State, and the program has been a formidable presence in the Big 12 under his leadership. With Oklahoma and Texas leaving for the SEC, the Cyclones are looking to make a move up in the conference standings. They are coming off a 7-6 season in 2023 and started the 2024 campaign with a 21-3 victory over North Dakota. Quarterback Rocco Becht had a strong game, throwing for 267 yards and two touchdowns. Receiver Jaylin Noel also had a standout performance with 135 yards and a touchdown. Defensively, coordinator Jon Heacock's unit held North Dakota to just three points and forced a turnover. Overall, Iowa State is ranked 39th in power rankings, with solid offensive and defensive performances. They are currently 1-0 this season.

Iowa Hawkeyes Analysis

Kirk Ferentz will be returning to coach the Iowa Hawkeyes for his 26th season after being suspended for a recruiting violation. Despite his successful tenure at the school, the team ended last season with consecutive losses in the Big Ten Championship and Citrus Bowl. However, they started this season strong with a shutout win against Illinois State, showcasing a dominant defense and promising offense under new offensive coordinator Tim Lester. The team has a power ranking of 74 and is currently 1-0, with the defense ranked # for giving up an average of points per game and the offense showing potential. In their last three matchups, Iowa State has gone 2-1 against Iowa.

Iowa Favored to Win and Cover Spread Against Iowa State

The current point spread for this matchup ranges from 2.5 to 3.0 points, making Iowa an appealing play at 2.5 points. The Hawkeyes have a strong track record in this series, winning 14 out of the last 20 meetings. Furthermore, Cade McNamara and the Iowa offense showed promise in their season opener by accumulating 492 yards and scoring 40 points. Although a repeat of that performance is unlikely, Iowa's solid defense and offensive improvement suggest they are well-positioned to secure a victory and cover the spread. On the other hand, Iowa State's sophomore quarterback, Rocco Becht, struggled in their previous match-up with just a 23-44 completion rate. Considering Iowa's home-field advantage, experienced quarterback, and strong defense, the Hawkeyes appear to be the favorable choice for this game.

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