Iowa State started off pretty strong and controlled the game for the most part, but the last couple minutes of the first half and most of the second half were a rough showing. The good news is that Iowa State overcame turnovers, poor tackling, and margin mistakes to still come away with a 12-point road victory. It goes to show that Iowa State can win when things aren’t necessarily clicking everywhere.
Special Teams A Non-Factor
This is in a good way too. For the first time in forever, special teams are not costing Iowa State games, nor are they giving other teams a chance to capitalize off them.