Utah Utes face Iowa State in first Big 12 matchup

The No. 15-ranked Utah Utes are set to face the Iowa State Cyclones in Ames for their first Big 12 conference matchup of the season. Utah enters the contest with significant momentum, holding a 3-0 record with dominant victories where they have allowed only 24 total points.

Key offensive threats for Utah include running back Wayshawn Parker, who leads the team with 154 rushing yards and three touchdowns, and wide receiver Braden Pegan, who has recorded 15 receptions for 235 yards.

Iowa State is currently in a rebuilding phase following the departure of former coach Matt Campbell to Penn State. Under new head coach Jimmy Rogers, the Cyclones have utilized the transfer portal to bolster a roster that was significantly depleted by player departures, aiming to exceed early projections for the season.