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Arnaud’s gutty performance nearly propels Iowa State to victory

By Ian Smith, CycloneFanatic.com Contributor Give Austen Arnaud credit – he is beyond tough. Another gutty performance from the Iowa State quarterback nearly resulted in an upset of No. 9 ranked Nebraska. Unfortunately for the Cyclones, they fell just short. The Cornhuskers (8-1, 4-1) edged Iowa State, 31-30, after a fake extra point attempt by …

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Huskers edge Cyclones in overtime, 31-30

By Ian Smith, CycloneFanatic.com Contributor The final meeting between Iowa State and Nebraska came down to one last play. Like so many times before, it went the Cornhuskers’ way. After scoring a touchdown in the first overtime, the Cyclones’ fake extra point attempt fluttered in the wind and short of the waiting arms of Collin …

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Mansfield, Cyclones ready for exhibition opener

By Ian Smith, CycloneFanatic.com Contributor Lauren Mansfield is a basketball nomad who has finally found a home. First, the 5-foot-7 point guard honed her skills in her native Australia. A two-year stint at Midland College in Texas followed. Now, she can’t wait to check out her new digs wearing the Cardinal and Gold. Mansfield will …

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Offensive line paves way to victory

By Ian Smith, CycloneFanatic.com Contributor When in doubt, let your big boys lead the way. That’s exactly what Iowa State did on Saturday. The Cyclones ran around and through Kansas (2-6, 0-4) for a 28-16 victory. The win moves Iowa State to 5-4 and gives the Cyclones back-to-back victories in the Big 12. “The run …

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Defense dominates in Iowa State victory

By Ian Smith, CycloneFanatic.com Contributor Is it time for a nickname? Probably not, but if the Iowa State defense keeps playing this way next week against Nebraska, then fans should certainly start looking for one. For the second-straight game, the Cyclones (5-4, 3-2) shut down their opponents. This time, it was Kansas (2-6, 0-4) who …

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Cyclone Wrestling: Media day notebook

By Ian Smith, CycloneFanatic.com Contributor The core of the Iowa State wrestling team is a tight-knit unit. They share championship aspirations, an “all-in” attitude and even a house. Jon Reader, Chris Drouin and Trent Weatherman feed off each other in practice and with each at home. The trio – along with 184-pounder, Jerome Ward – …

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Sophomores to carry the load

By Ian Smith, CycloneFanatic.com Contributor Bill Fennelly is as hard-nosed as they come. Nobody knows that better than Iowa State’s four returning sophomores. Burdened with having to carry an unusually heavy load for freshmen, Fennelly pushed the group as hard as any he’s ever coached last season. t paid dividends with 25 wins and a …

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Williams: Utah report card

By Chris Williams, CycloneFanatic.com Publisher Have you ever had just a really bad day at the office? You know the kind of day I am talking about. The kind where no matter what you do, say or even think, it is wrong. I’m not talking about a semi-bad day either. I’m talking about a disastrous …

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Utah rolls past Iowa State, 68-27

By Ian Smith, CycloneFanatic.com Contributor The Utah offense is lightning quick and it packs a punch. That’s deadly combination, especially for Iowa State. The No. 10 ranked Utes needed roughly 25 minutes Saturday night to knock the Cyclones out. Utah blitzed Iowa State for 593 yards and rolled, 68-27. The 68 points were the most …

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Williams Blog: Final look at Utah

By Chris Williams, CycloneFanatic.com Publisher Iowa State vs. #10 UtahSaturday, Oct. 9 @ 6 p.m. – Jack Trice Stadium Television: FOX College Sports Radio:Cyclone Radio Network Remember to tune into the Cyclone Fanatic/Wilson Toyota of Ames pregame show on Saturday from noon-1 on Des Moines’ Sports Station, 1460 KXNO and www.kxno.com As always, Tron Smith …

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Arnaud’s gutty performance nearly propels Iowa State to victory

Huskers edge Cyclones in overtime, 31-30

Mansfield, Cyclones ready for exhibition opener

Offensive line paves way to victory

Defense dominates in Iowa State victory

Cyclone Wrestling: Media day notebook

Sophomores to carry the load

Williams: Utah report card

Utah rolls past Iowa State, 68-27

Williams Blog: Final look at Utah

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