Jake Brend and Brent Blum give one last final preview of Iowa State’s road trip to Ireland to take on Kansas State. How do the fellas feel about a Week Zero game across the pond? Touching on the CFP and more. Presented by Mechdyne.

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This week, we are doing a topic suggested by one of our OTN followers, @Fishhead.

We are looking for live and non-traditional performances that keep you going back to watch & listen. Examples include symphony-backed songs; performances on talk shows; appearances at special events (such as award shows).

“On That Note” is presented each week on Cyclone Fanatic by @MeanDean, @cyclones500 and myself.

Last Week: You Can Pack Your Suitcase

ISU does a pretty good job when they bring in halftime entertainment. Here’s one I’d love to see.

I'll be in Detroit Saturday. Anyone know of any Cyclone friendly bars in the area?

We've been lucky to keep places like El Bait and the Iowa Taproom, but the struggle is real.

In 2016, I went to San Diego and visited some of the best beer bars in the country. places like Toronado, Bottlecraft, Tiger Tiger. In 2020 I went back and they were all gone.

Need some home remedies or tried and successful options for getting dog and cat hair off couches and chairs. We’ve tried vacuuming and various products that say they remove all the hair but have yet to find something that actually does a great job.

Any ideas? Can be home remedies or products. Thanks!

On Monday’s Daily Clone, Jake Brend dives into what Matt Campbell and Rocco Becht had to say about the Farmageddon rivalry. Campbell talks about the plan for his team getting the best sleep and how important that execution is. Finally, we close our position preview with a deep dive into the special teams unit.

Check out Randy Peterson's first column at Cyclone Fanatic.

Jake Brend and Brent Blum react to one of Matt Campbell’s best traditions before diving into team MVPs and potential breakout players for the Cyclones. Tiering the Big 12 and more. Presented by Mechdyne.

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Superman villain

The Limey

Going to Chicago for 1-day for work. What is the one can't miss nostalgic Chicago eatety?

Big tip of my hat to CF!
Non-stop info, from soooo many angles, pods in particular.

Jake is a Great addition, thanks for bringing him on.

As well, love CW and Blum's pods.
Find myself addicted to their content...when I should be making better use of my time!

Sidenote, minus a hint of logic.
Thinking we'll see Abu break out this year.

Burns is a fascinating person to listen to. Particularly at the 5:25-5:50 mark.

(I posted this in off topic, hoping it won't go political, meaning more people will become aware of the series.)

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Who would your pick to be a breakout player this year? Definition can vary from person to person; could be someone who has played and you think will be a star this year. Could be someone who has no playing experience that you think will make a big impact.

If you believe in the safety hype, my picks would be Marcus Neal and Khijohnn Cummings-Coleman.

According to this news article the Big Ten is floating the idea of a 24 or 28 team CFP. That's just insanity. So, an extra 5 playoff games potentially on top of a 12 game season. Note that the proposal would eliminate conference championships. Still, a 17 game season is NFL level of punishment on these young bodies. I guess if they're already getting paid, might as well make them slog through an extra long season, too? As a fan, it would be fun for a program like ISU and notice the "carrot" the Big Ten is reportedly offering the ACC and Big XII by guaranteeing 5 autobids for the Big 12 and ACC, and 7 for the SEC and Big Ten. Still, it dilutes the meaningfulness of getting in the playoff if they're basically letting in the Top 25. But, it's enticing if you're the Big XII commissioner as it leads you to believe you're ensuring your seat at the big boys table and your teams among the Power 4 for years to come and largely shuts out the Group of 5 (who are relegated to 2 autobids). Anyway, I feel like this would be the Big Ten's move to maintain superiority, but also try and entice the ACC and Big Ten. Interesting read:

https://www.espn.com/college-footba...-ten-floating-idea-24-28-team-cfp-sources-say

The No. 58 jersey will be worn by Tamatoa McDonough in 2025, in honor of Curtis Bray.

https://cyclonefanatic.com/2025/08/tamatoa-mcdonough-earns-no-58-in-honor-of-curtis-bray/

The availability “report” provided by WRNL is worth the look.

The first FB gameday thread of 2025.

Their old coach is going to cost them $20,000,000. Plus more cuts in recruiting.
From CBS Sports.

Hey, we are pulling a 34 ft RV to Yellowstone in late September. and was looking at different routs. Has anyone drive across Nebraska on Highway 20 lately? I'm curious as to what kind of shape it is in.

And yes I know Interstates 90 and 80 are options but quite honestly I'm no in huge hurry and the different in gas mileage between 75 MPH and 65 MPH with our rig is almost worth the extra time.

Who won this week's draft?