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October 9, 2026 β’ LaVell Edwards Stadium, Provo
NCAAF PREVIEW β’ October 9, 2026
Featured Matchup
Gridiron Matchup: Iowa State Cyclones (2-2) takes on BYU Cougars (3-0) at LaVell Edwards Stadium, Provo.
Iowa State Cyclones
Visiting Side
Record
2-2
BYU Cougars
Home Side
Record
3-0
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
20%
Iowa State Cyclones
VS
80%
BYU Cougars
Projected Score
IOW 31
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BYU 44
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
5 of 5 categories
- BYU Cougars scoring offense aligns well against Iowa State Cyclones defense.
- BYU Cougars offense moves the ball more consistently.
- BYU Cougars passing game has a favorable matchup.
- BYU Cougars rushing attack has the advantage.
Iowa State Cyclones
STAT
BYU Cougars
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host BYU Cougars plays on familiar turf at LaVell Edwards Stadium, Provo.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Iowa State Cyclones Could Win
Iowa State Cyclones will need to win the turnover battle and sustain long drives.
Why BYU Cougars Could Win
BYU Cougars scoring offense aligns well against Iowa State Cyclones defense.
Deciding Factor
BYU Cougars offense moves the ball more consistently.
Game Details
LaVell Edwards Stadium, Provo
Dome/Indoor β’ 79Β°F
Attendance
N/A
Closing Odds
Line: BYU -14.5 | O/U: 50.5
Team Leaders
Iowa State Cyclones Leaders
Wyatt Bohm
Passing Ldr β’ QB
Salahadin Allah
Rushing Ldr β’ RB
Jordyn Bailey
Receiving Ldr β’ WR
Consensus Pool
Live Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Iowa State Cyclones (47.3%)
BYU Cougars (52.7%)
Total Submissions: 33 circles
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