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MID-WEEK MAILBAG: Falling into the San Antonio river, impact recruits, and elves on the shelf

Happy almost-Christmas, Cyclone Nation. It’s Thursday and there are officially two work days (probably less than that by the time you read this) left until the long weekend arrives. For many of you, that long weekend might be a full week off if you’re heading down to San Antonio for the Alamo Bowl. I’m pretty …

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MID-WEEK MAILBAG: What to do with Drake/UNI, Lard’s body language, and cheatin’ Santa

Iowa Hawkeyes guard Connor McCaffery (30) goes to the basket as Iowa State Cyclones forward Cameron Lard (2) defends during the second half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. It’s December 12 and we are officially less than two weeks away from Christmas. If you’re like me, you’re counting down the work days until the holiday and can …

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MID-WEEK MAILBAG: Cy-Hawk basketball, Alamo Bowl, and a Busch Light intervention

Oct 20, 2018; Pullman, WA, USA; Washington State Cougars head coach Mike Leach looks on during a football game against the Oregon Ducks in the second half at Martin Stadium. The Cougars won 34-20. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports It’s Cy-Hawk basketball #HateWeek and Iowa State football just got picked for the freakin’ Alamo …

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MID-WEEK MAILBAG: Bowl game scenarios, basketball MVP, and best seasons to enjoy a beer

Nov 24, 2018; Ames, IA, USA; Iowa State Cyclones running back Kene Nwangwu (3) runs the football against the Kansas State Wildcats at Jack Trice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-USA TODAY Sports Welcome back to another edition of the Cyclone Fanatic Mid-Week Mailbag. Last week, Chris Williams asked if I could write something about the K-State rivalry …

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MID-WEEK MAILBAG: Biggest game in ISU history and Big 12 teams as Marvel superheroes

Nov 10, 2018; Ames, IA, USA; Iowa State Cyclones wide receiver Hakeem Butler (18) catches a pass against the Baylor Bears at Jack Trice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-USA TODAY Sports Last weekend was arguably the most successful in Iowa State athletics history and the upcoming weekend is arguably the most important. Beat Texas and …

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MID-WEEK MAILBAG: The Kansas State game nightmare scenario and predicting basketball season

Welcome to another edition of the Mid-Week Mailbag! This week, we have the pleasure of dropping right into the portion of the year where football and basketball begin to overlap. That’s always a treat, but especially is this time around since the Iowa State football team has a legitimate shot at playing in important games …

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MID-WEEK MAILBAG: Big 12 Championship talk and Herky takes one to the family jewels

Oct 27, 2018; Ames, IA, USA; Iowa State Cyclones tight end Charlie Kolar (88) and Iowa State Cyclones wide receiver Hakeem Butler (18) celebrate after the touchdown against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Jack Trice Stadium. The Cyclones beat the Red Raiders 40 to 31. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-USA TODAY Sports Happy Halloween, Cyclone …

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MID-WEEK MAILBAG: Rushing the field, Big 12 title game chances, advice for 18-year-olds

Oct 13, 2018; Ames, IA, USA; Iowa State Cyclones show their support for Iowa State Cyclones quarterback Brock Purdy (not pictured) during a game against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Jack Trice Stadium. Iowa State beat West Virginia 30-14. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-USA TODAY Sports Well, well, well… Just a few weeks ago coming off …

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