Cyclone Insider Hour

Iowa State encouraging, but not victorious

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 08:03:08 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapaya discuss (from the road) Iowa State's 16-13 loss to Iowa

Cy-Hawk beckons

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:28:01 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss Iowa State's rivalry matchup with Iowa - how the Cyclones might fare and where can they pull the upset.

The Jimmy Rogers era begins

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 00:37:37 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss Iowa State's season-opening win against Southeast Missouri

The Rogers Era is upon us

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:22:17 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss the almost-there start to the Jimmy Rogers Era of Iowa State football. They also touch on the depth chart and expectations in the opener against Southeast Missouri.

Killyan Toure injured; Football hosts media day

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:39:59 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss the news of Killyan Toure's shoulder injury as well as break down Jimmy Rogers' first media day.

Cyclones set to meet the media day

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:28:35 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay preview the first-ever media day for Iowa State football under first-year coach Jimmy Rogers.

Live from open practice

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:07:50 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss all they saw during Iowa State football's open practice on Saturday, Aug. 8.

The search for a new AD

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:29:15 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay of the Des Moines Register discuss Iowa State's search for a new athletics director, the impending football season and some men's basketball nuggets.

Live from Big 12 media days

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:01:12 +0000

Travis Hines is joined by Eugene Rapay, who is in Texas this week for Big 12 football media days. The pair discuss Iowa State's 2026 outlook, QB1 and the continued Texas Tech complaints..

The No. 2 in St. Lou

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 02:31:46 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss Iowa State earning a No. 2 seed and a spot in St. Louis in the NCAA Tournament. They break down the Cyclones' bracket and more.

Hoops in the homestretch

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 19:00:54 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay of the Des Moines Register talk Iowa State basketball with three regular-season games remaining

Iowa State's wrecking ball era

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 22:01:58 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay of the Des Moines Register discuss the Iowa State men's basketball team's four-game run of dominance, plus give their midseason awards.

Hoops gets back on track

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:39:01 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay of the Des Moines Register discuss Iowa State's two-game winning streak following its two-game skid, plus preview Thursday night's game vs. Colorado

Iowa State gets back on track; Time with Jimmy Rogers

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:36:26 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay of the Des Moines Register discuss the Iowa State men's basketball team stopping its two-game skid. Plus, they chat about their interview with Jimmy Rogers.

Allen Fieldhouse delivers Iowa State's first loss

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 22:11:44 +0000

The Des Moines Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay talk Iowa State men's basketball's first loss and the football team's transfer portal additions. Tommy Birch joins to talk WBB's four-game losing streak

Iowa State men stay perfect

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:09:33 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay of the Des Moines Register talk Iowa State men's basketball while the Register's Tommy Birch joins to talk women's basketball after the Cyclones' two losses in the last week.

The Iowa State men's basketball awards

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:28:10 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay of the Des Moines Register name the Iowa State men's basketball team's least replaceable, most important and best players through the start of the season.

CyHawk Hoops

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:35:11 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay of the Des Moines Register talk Iowa State's win in the women's CyHawk game and preview Thursday night's men's edition. Plus, some football talk

Introducing Jimmy Rogers

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 22:09:03 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay of the Des Moines Register discuss the introductory press conference of new Iowa State football coach Jimmy Rogers.

Goodbye, Coach; Hello, Coach

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:33:17 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay of the Des Moines Register discuss Matt Campbell's departure for Penn State, and the Cyclones' near-immediate hiring of Washington State's Jimmy Rogers in an eventful day in Ames.

Iowa State football ends regular season with win at Oklahoma State

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 23:13:43 +0000

Live from Stillwater, the Register's Travis Hines joins Eugene Rapay to dissect Iowa State's win over Oklahoma State.

Iowa State football throttles Kansas on senior day

Sat, 22 Nov 2025 23:21:58 +0000

Live from Jack Trice Stadium, the Register's Travis Hines and Euegene Rapay dissect Iowa State's win over Kansas.

Back from the last bye

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 20:50:20 +0000

The Des Moines Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss Iowa State's return to the field Saturday against Kansas after the third and final bye week of the season. Plus, the two talk men's hoops and the Player's Era Festival.

Football wins, Crooks scores (a lot) and men's hoops takes off

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:49:53 +0000

The Des Moines Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss the Iowa State football team's end to its losing streak and the season ahead. The pair also talk men's hoops' win in Sioux Falls and are joined by the Register's Tommy Birch to talk about Audie Crooks' record-setting performance.

Cyclone endure four-game skid

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:44:11 +0000

The Des Moines Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss Iowa State football's issues as the Cyclones try to stop a four-game skid at TCU this weekend. The pair also talk about the men's basketball season getting underway.

Iowa State football season slipping away after fourth straight defeat vs. Arizona State

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 23:55:17 +0000

Live from Jack Trice Stadium, the Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay dissect another tough afternoon for Iowa State football. The Cyclones' losing streak is at four now after stumbling against Arizona State.

Iowa State football can't keep up with No. 10 BYU in 41-27 home loss

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 02:09:08 +0000

Live from Jack Trice Stadium, the Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay break down Iowa State football's loss to No. 10 BYU.

Back from the bye

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 16:11:07 +0000

The Des Moines Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss the Iowa State football team's return from its second bye and quest to stop a two-game losing streak Saturday against No. 10 BYU. The pair also chat about Iowa State men's basketball and are joined by the Register's Tommy Birch to talk women's basketball.

Iowa State football falls apart in costly road loss at Colorado

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 01:41:40 +0000

Live from Folsom Field, the Register's Travis Hines joins Eugene Rapay to dissect Iowa State's second consecutive loss — a 24-17 stumble at Colorado.

Football stumbles; Hoops begins

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 16:32:21 +0000

The Des Moines Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss how Iowa State football will try to pick itself up after last week loss while the men's basketball team hosts its annual media day.

Iowa State heads to Cincinnati without its cornerbacks

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:25:59 +0000

The Des Moines Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay look ahead to Iowa State football's matchup with Cincinnati, which the Cyclones will have to undertake without its starting cornerbacks.

No. 13 Iowa State football trounces Arizona at home to remain unbeaten

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 05:44:01 +0000

Live from Jack Trice Stadium, the Register's Travis Hines and Euegne Rapay dissect No. 13 Iowa State's home win over Arizona.

Iowa State returns from the bye

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 19:29:20 +0000

The Des Moines Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss Iowa State football's upcoming game against Arizona and the injury to Kyle Konrardy. The pair also talk about Iowa State basketball's February schedule and the injury to Tamin Lipsey.

No. 14 Iowa State football slogs through 24-16 win at Arkansas State

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 02:48:08 +0000

Live from Centennial Bank Stadium in Arkansas, the Register's Eugene Rapay joins Travis Hines to dissect No. 14 Iowa State's uninspiring but passable performance at Arkansas State.

The Cyclones head to Jonesboro

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 17:45:45 +0000

The Des Moines Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss where Iowa State sits in the Big 12 and the Cyclones' trip to face Arkansas State on Saturday.

Kyle Konrardy delivers again to lift No. 18 Iowa State past Iowa in tense Cy-Hawk battle

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 23:06:00 +0000

For the second time in as many years, Iowa State kicker Kyle Konrardy walked away as the Cy-Hawk hero. His 54-yard field goal with less than two minutes o go lifted the Cyclones to their first home victory over Iowa since 2011. Live from Jack Trice Stadium, the Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay dissect every element of the riveting rivalry win.

It's time for Cy-Hawk

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:13:30 +0000

The Des Moines Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay talk all things Iowa vs. Iowa State football with the annual Cy-Hawk game kicking off this weekend at Jack Trice Stadium.

The pair discuss the matchup, the stakes for both Iowa State and the Big 12 and what might ultimately tip the scales Saturday.

Iowa State football trounces South Dakota in home opener at Jack Trice Stadium

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 02:04:18 +0000

Live from Jack Trice Stadium, the Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay dissect every angle of Iowa State's convincing 55-7 home-opening win over South Dakota.

Back from Ireland

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:38:14 +0000

The Des Moines Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay review Iowa State football's trip to and victory in Dublin over Big 12 rival Kansas State. Plus, they look ahead to this weekend's game against South Dakota and discuss the reunion for the 2000 Inisght.com Bowl champions.

"Farmageddon" in Ireland preview, final thoughts before Iowa State football season

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 19:14:44 +0000

Iowa State columnist Travis Hines and Cyclones beat reporter Eugene Rapay recount the final preseason details before ISU football plays rival Kansas State in Dublin, Ireland, as well as thoughts on the Big 12 Conference requiring a weekly injury report this season.

How will the 2025 Iowa State football season unfold?

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 17:55:56 +0000

The Des Moines Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay breakdown the 2025 Iowa State football schedule by picking every single game on the Cyclones' docket.

Can Iowa State match last year's historic season? Will the Cyclones be back in Arlington for the Big 12 championship game. Is a spot in the College Football Playoffs conceivable?

The pair discuss it all while making their predictions for how the Cyclones' season will unfold.

Fall camp hits the midway point

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 09:00:00 +0000

This week's Cyclone Insider podcast features columnist Travis Hines and beat reporter Eugene Rapay discussing Iowa State football's fall camp.

The pair chat about the Cyclones' first intrasquad scrimmage and preview the team's upcoming second scrimmage, which is when much of the depth chart will begin to take shape.

They also talk men's basketball, with Milan Momcilovic and Jamorion Bateman emerging as summer standouts.

Cyclone Insider is back

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 09:00:00 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay of the Des Moines Register discuss Iowa State's upcoming football season with a look at three of the most intriguing position groups. Plus, they chat some men's basketball.

Live from Milwaukee

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 20:04:12 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay of the Des Moines Register discuss Iowa State's win over Lipscomb and its Round of 32 matchup against Ole Miss from the Fiserv Forum.

Iowa State learns its NCAA Tourney fate - but not without surprise

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 23:33:20 +0000

The Des Moines Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss Iowa State's NCAA Tournament situation in light of Keshon Gilbert being ruled out not only for the Cyclones' games in Milwaukee, but beyond.

Iowa State finds adversity

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 21:28:17 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss Iowa State's precarious position after a loss to Oklahoma State and a looming rematch with Arizona.

Iowa State's College Football Playoff dreams end with big loss to Arizona State in Big 12 title game

Sat, 07 Dec 2024 23:11:21 +0000

A decent start gave way to disaster for Iowa State football in Saturday's Big 12 title game. Cam Skattebo ran wild as Arizona State put up 35 consecutive points en route to a 45-19 win. Although College Football Playoff dreams are off the table, the Cyclones still had one of the most successful seasons in program history. Live from AT&T Stadium, the Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay break it all down.

Iowa State prepares for Utah

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 22:25:42 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss Iowa State's game against Utah and the Cyclones path to the Big 12 title game before talking about the men's basketball's team's trip to the Maui Invitational. Tommy Birch joins to talk women's basketball.

Can Iowa State football stem the tide?

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 19:50:54 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay discuss what Iowa State's defense can do amid its two-game losing streak while also talking men's hoops amid its 2-0 start.

Iowa State football's dream season slipping away after 45-36 loss to Kansas

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 02:27:33 +0000

Up and down the Jayhawks went, doing whatever they wanted inside Arrowhead Stadium as Matt Campbell and Iowa State watched a once-undefeated season absorb another loss. Saturday's 45-36 stumble against Kansas has the Cyclones now needing to win out, plus get some help, to reach the Big 12 title game. Live from Kansas City, the Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay sift through the aftermath.

Iowa State football keeps magical season alive with late rally against UCF

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 05:48:33 +0000

Just when it seemed a pedestrian performance was going derail Iowa State's undefeated start, the Cyclones rose up for a late rally to upend Central Florida. Quarterback Rocco Becht made sure Iowa State didn't suffer a massive upset with a rushing TD in the final minute, finishing off a seesawing day on top. Live from Jack Trice Stadium, the Register's Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay dissect the win and what it means going forward.

Iowa State eyes 7-0

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 21:20:37 +0000

Travis Hines and Eugene Rapay breakdown Iowa State's run to 6-0 and their attempt to add a seventh win against UCF.

Iowa State stays unbeaten with grueling 28-16 road win over West Virginia

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 04:05:06 +0000

Not all games are going to be pretty during a long season. Some just need the scoreboard to read right at the end. That's what Iowa State delivered at West Virginia with Saturday's 28-16 win, which keeps the Cyclones undefeated atop the Big 12. Two fourth-quarter touchdowns from Carson Hansen put the game away, while Iowa State's defense suffocated on the other end. The Register's Eli McKown and Eugene Rapay dissect the win and what it means for the Cyclones moving forward.

A new addition; Previewing WVU, hoops

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 21:32:24 +0000

Travis Hines is joined by the Register's new Iowa State beat reporter, Eugene Rapay. The pair talk football and men's hoops before being joined by Tommy Birch to talk women's basketball.

Big second half carries Iowa State football past Baylor in Big 12 home opener

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:10:19 +0000

After falling in a two-point hole early in the third quarter, Iowa State ripped off the game's final 24 points en route to a dominant win over Baylor. Live from Jack Trice Stadium, the Register's Tommy Birch and Travis Hines dissect the win.

Iowa State football closes out non-conference play with dominant win over Arkansas State

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 23:57:10 +0000

It became clear early Saturday at Jack Trice Stadium that Butch Jones' Arkansas State squad could not hang. The Cyclones took advantage with a cruise-control win in dominant fashion. Live from Ames, the Register's Travis Hines and Eli McKown break it all down.

Previewing Arkansas State

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 14:17:35 +0000

Travis Hines and Tommy Birch of the Des Moines Register preview Iowa State football's game vs. Arkansas State and discuss Matt Campbell becoming the Cyclones' all-time winningest coach.

Reassessing the Cyclones after the Cy-Hawk win

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 16:11:31 +0000

Travis Hines and Tommy Birch of the Des Moines Register discuss Iowa State's Cy-Hawk win and what it means going forward for the Cyclones.

Iowa State pulls off a Cy-Hawk stunner with 20-19 win over Iowa

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 02:43:29 +0000

A day that seemed destined for despair suddenly became a huge Iowa State moment in Cy-Hawk history. Live from Kinnick Stadium, the Register's Alyssa Hertel and Travis Hines analyze a wild afternoon in Iowa City and what it means for the Cyclones moving forward.

What to make of Iowa State football's pedestrian win over North Dakota in season opener

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 01:37:53 +0000

It wasn't spectacular. It wasn't bad. It just...happened. That's the aftermath of Iowa State's 21-3 win over North Dakota in Saturday's season opener. Live from Jack Trice Stadium, the Register's Travis Hines and Tommy Birch dissect everything from the Cyclones' first performance of 2024.

Previewing North Dakota

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 17:05:03 +0000

Travis Hines and Tommy Birch preview Iowa State football's opener against North Dakota.

Cyclone Insider is back

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Cyclone Insider returns with the Des Moines Register’s Travis Hines and Tommy Birch talking all things Iowa State football ahead of the much-anticipated 2024 season.

Iowa State learns its NCAA Tournament fates

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 01:20:01 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss the Iowa State men's basketball team's draw in the NCAA Tournament while Tommy Birch joins to chat about the women's team's path.

Iowa State on to the Big 12 semis

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 17:48:23 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines recaps Iowa State's quarterfinal win over Kansas State and look ahead to Friday night's matchup with Baylor.

The NCAA Tournament looms

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 17:40:31 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss the final weeks of the basketball season, with Tommy Birch joining as well.

Iowa State hires a new OC

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 21:46:05 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss Taylor Mouser's promotion to offensive coordinator for Iowa State football as well as preview the men's basketball team's week of games.

Hoops surging; Super Bowl chatter

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 19:23:22 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss Iowa State men's basketball's push to the top of the Big 12 standings, and they also chat about Brock Purdy's Super Bowl performance.

Kansas comes to Hilton Coliseum

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 21:58:46 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines talk Iowa State's win over Kansas State and its weekend battle with Kansas.

A Liberty Bowl loss and 2024

Sat, 30 Dec 2023 03:24:58 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss Iowa State's Liberty Bowl to Memphis and look ahead to the 2024 season.

Liberty Bowl looms and hoops powers on

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 17:37:29 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss potential opt-outs for the Liberty Bowl, and the lates with Cyclone hoops.

Analyzing Iowa State's blowout Cy-Hawk win and what it means moving forward

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 16:33:52 +0000

Another Cy-Hawk showdown, another blowout win for the home team. Buoyed by strong nights from Keshon Gilbert, Robert Jones and Tre King, Iowa State cruised by Iowa inside a sold-out Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones are riding high in December and should cruise into Big 12 play with four more easy games upcoming. The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines dissect what they saw Thursday night.

Iowa State goes to the Liberty Bowl

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 20:53:28 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines of the Des Moines Register discuss Iowa State's Liberty Bowl matchup with Memphis, plus preview this week's Cy-Hawk games.

Recapping the first month of Iowa State basketball and looking at the Cyclones' bowl picture

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 19:27:03 +0000

We're through one month of Iowa State hoops, and the Cyclones are 5-2 with a game Friday at DePaul. Plus, Matt Campbell's squad is readying for a bowl announcement Sunday. The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss both.

Can Iowa State football punctuate this rebound season with a Texas upset_

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 19:21:55 +0000

The Cyclones have already accomplished more than many people thought by reaching bowl eligibility. Now, can Iowa State get greedy? A chance to disrupt the College Football Playoff picture with a massive upset awaits Saturday night in Jack Trice Stadium. The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis discuss whether or not Iowa State can pull a Texas stunner.

Iowa State gets bowl eligible

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 00:30:00 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss Iowa State's win over BYU, and what comes next for the Cyclones now that they've achieved bowl eligibility. The pair also talk hoops.

Sifting through the aftermath of Iowa State football's 28-21 loss to Kansas

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 04:53:13 +0000

All the elements were there for a huge Iowa State win, but leaky defense on the backend gave Kansas a huge late TD to cement a rare road victory over the Cyclones. With this chance to reach bowl eligibility now gone, Iowa State must find one more win against either BYU, Texas or Kansas State. The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines sift through the aftermath at Jack Trice Stadium.

A suddenly important Iowa State-Kansas showdown in primetime at Jack Trice Stadium

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 15:23:24 +0000

At the beginning of the season, not many would've pegged Iowa State-Kansas as an important Big 12 affair slotted for primetime. But that's exactly what will happen Saturday night at Jack Trice Stadium, as the Cyclones look to emerge from a cluttered group atop the conference. The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss the game ahead, plus some basketball talk.

The first-place Cyclones

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 16:06:50 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss the five-way tie atop the Big 12, with Iowa State among the leaders after their surge to start Big 12 play.

Now tied atop the Big 12 after toppling Baylor, what can Iowa State football accomplish this year?

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 01:01:07 +0000

Backed by a balanced offensive attack that had Baylor chasing from the start, Iowa State delivered its second straight road win in as many games with a 30-18 victory over the Bears. Coupled with Oklahoma’s loss at Kansas, the Cyclones will enter the regular season’s final month tied atop the Big 12 standings. Live from Waco, The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss what this win means.

Refreshed after bye week, Iowa State football begins closing push with trip to Baylor

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 18:23:16 +0000

Not many expected the Cyclones to be 4-3 after the bye week, but here Iowa State is in position to reach a bowl game with a strong closing push. That begins Saturday at Baylor, which is already 1-4 at home this season amid severe struggles. This appears to be the most winnable game remaining on the Cyclones' schedule. The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss the matchup and more.

Iowa State surging as bye week arrives

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 15:49:40 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines analyze Iowa State's 3-1 start to the Big 12, plus chat Big 12 basketball media days.

A complete effort from Iowa State football gives Cyclones solid Big 12 win over Cincinnati

Sat, 14 Oct 2023 21:42:05 +0000

A complete effort from Iowa State resulted in the Cyclones’ first road win of the season. Matt Campbell’s squad dismantled Cincinnati in its first meeting with the new Big 12 foe, leaning on Rocco Becht, Jayden Higgins and the Iowa State defense to bring this one home. The Register's Travis Hines and Randy Peterson discuss from Nippert Stadium.

Can Iowa State football take home success on the road as it makes first Big 12 trip to Cincinnati?

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 18:43:54 +0000

After another conference home victory last week against TCU, Iowa State will head back out on the road searching for its first win away from Jack Trice Stadium. The Cyclones' last visit to the state of Ohio didn't go well; same for their last Big 12 road venture. Can Matt Campbell's squad take one step closer to a bowl game Saturday afternoon at Cincinnati? The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss that, plus some basketball talk.

Football heads to Cincy

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 16:59:55 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss Iowa State football's win over TCU and their road trip to Cincinnati. The pair also talk basketball with media days upon us.

Iowa State football honors Jack Trice, then thumps TCU to get back on track

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 05:19:21 +0000

A memorable night in Ames saw Iowa State honor Jack Trice, then topple TCU with a quality showing. The Cyclones defense bounced back in a huge way with four turnovers, while freshman Abu Sama sparked the ground game with a long TD run. The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines break down what it all means.

Iowa State football looks for rebound win Saturday evening against TCU

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 18:28:32 +0000

After holding their own for a quarter and change last week against Oklahoma, the Cyclones get a more manageable task this week at home versus TCU. The Horned Frogs certainly look more vulnerable than they did last season en route to the national championship game. But can Iowa State string together enough success to secure its second Big 12 victory of the year? The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss.

One truth and two questions from Oklahoma

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 23:30:00 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss what they believe to be the one truth and two questions Iowa State's loss to Oklahoma over the weekend exposed. The pair also chats about former Cyclone Brock Purdy's continued excellence with the 49ers.

A decent start, then nothing as Iowa State football falls hard at Oklahoma

Sun, 01 Oct 2023 04:54:36 +0000

A decent start fizzled quickly for Iowa State Saturday night in Norman. After pulling within a point midway through the second quarter, Oklahoma scored the game’s final 29 points for a runaway victory. While the Cyclones were heavy underdogs in this one, the defensive effort was far from the standard Iowa State has developed in recent seasons. The Register's Travis Hines and Randy Peterson sort through the aftermath.

Can Iowa State take renewed confidence into Norman and pull another Oklahoma stunner?

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 18:23:07 +0000

Given how bleak Iowa State football looked coming home from Ohio, the Cyclones have at least restored some temporary optimism after toppling Oklahoma State last weekend. Now, the challenge intensifies. Oklahoma looks a little different under Brent Venables, but the dominance is all the same.

The Cyclones will be several-touchdown underdogs, just as they were in 2017 before delivering a massive upset in Norman. The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines dive into Saturday's intense Big 12 matchup.

Will Iowa State continue to air it out?

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 13:39:06 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss Iowa State' pass-heavy win over Oklahoma State and if it will continue this weekend in Norman against Oklahoma.

Dissecting what Iowa State football can build off after needed win over Oklahoma State

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 02:10:01 +0000

It was far from a flawless performance, but Iowa State found a passing rhythm and held on defensively for a needed 34-27 win over Oklahoma State. Rocco Becht threw for 348 yards and three touchdowns to give the Cyclones a two-TD lead, before the defense finished things off with a late interception. Could this be a stabilizing victory as Iowa State pushes further into Big 12 play? The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss.

A desperate Iowa State football team vs. a reeling Oklahoma State squad Saturday in Ames

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 18:29:33 +0000

As embarrassing as Iowa State's 10-7 loss at Ohio last week was, it probably wasn't even the most jarring result in the conference. That went to Oklahoma State, which suffered a 33-7 home defeat to South Alabama in a game it spent $300,000 to make happen. Who comes out on top Saturday in Ames? The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss.

Can Iowa State fix its broken offense?

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 23:30:00 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss Iowa State's feeble offensive production early this season and chat about what fixes may be in store to help put points on the board and salvage the season. Plus, they look ahead to Saturday's game against a similarly struggling Oklahoma State.

Ouch! Ohio topples Iowa State

Sat, 16 Sep 2023 22:49:34 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss Iowa State's 10-7 loss Saturday at Ohio in which the offense once again struggled and the Cyclone offensive line was 'embarrassing,' according to Matt Campbell.

How tricky could Iowa State football's road trip to Ohio be?

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 18:37:48 +0000

After a mentally draining Cy-Hawk loss, Iowa State hits the road for a peculiar trip to MAC foe Ohio. The Cyclones are favored but not by much, which poses the question: Is this a trickier road trip than it would normally appear? The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss.

Recapping Cy-Hawk and looking toward Ohio

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 16:13:14 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines look back at Iowa State's loss to Iowa and ahead to the Cyclones' game Saturday at Ohio.

How much progress did a young Iowa State football team make in tough Cy-Hawk loss?

Sun, 10 Sep 2023 01:37:08 +0000

Even amid all the offensive futility, Iowa State still had a reasonable opportunity to tie the game in the final minutes. Can young Cyclones like Rocco Becht, Abu Sama and many others find positives from this game while dealing with frustration head on? The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines discuss.

What is the formula for Rocco Becht & Iowa State football to reclaim home field in Cy-Hawk rivalry?

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 18:54:14 +0000

On to Cy-Hawk

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 19:32:44 +0000

Randy Peterson and Travis Hines look ahead to Iowa State's Cy-Hawk matchup with Iowa on Saturday after last weekend's 30-9 victory over Northern Iowa.

An encouraging 2023 debut for Iowa State football

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 23:59:03 +0000

For all the question marks surrounding the Cyclones after a tumultuous offseason, Iowa State delivered an emphatic season-opening win over Northern Iowa. Matt Campbell's squad was expected to lean on its defense this year even before key offensive pieces became suspended, and that provided true against the Panthers. The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines break it all down from Jack Trice Stadium.