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VEGAS: Cyclones at 80-1 odds to win 2018 national title

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Immediately following North Carolina’s victory over Gonzaga to claim the national championship on Monday night, Las Vegas released its odds to win the prize in 2018.

Somehow, at 80-1, Iowa State is one of only 35 programs with 100-1 odds or better. I don’t really see how either. Iowa State just graduated 83 percent of its scoring from last season’s Round of 32 team that won aΒ Big 12 Tournament championship.

There is still a lot of work to be done, as Steve Prohm still has four scholarships to fill between now and the season.Β Right now, Iowa State being a projected bubble team for next year is very optimistic – and probably unrealistic.

Add a Shakur Juiston and a few impact transfers to the mix and thenΒ we can have a conversation. But right now at this very moment,Β Iowa State is notΒ a top 35 team heading into next season.

Chris Williams
Chris Williamshttp://www.CycloneFanatic.com
Chris is the Publisher of Cyclone Fanatic, one of the largest independent college sports media outlets in the country, and the Founder of Iowa Everywhere, a statewide digital platform dedicated to telling Iowa’s stories through sports and culture. A trusted voice for Cyclone fans, Williams has covered Iowa State athletics across print, radio, television, and digital media, earning a reputation as both a storyteller and community builder. Born and raised in Clarinda, Iowa, Williams also happens to be a devoted motorsports fan, country music enthusiast, and weekend pitmaster. He lives in central Iowa with his wife Ashley, their daughters Camryn and Elyse, and the family dog Diffie, who collectively keep him busier than a Big 12 schedule.

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