ncaaf Game Recap
Iowa Hawkeyes vs Iowa State Cyclones Wrap - Iowa Wins 18-17
Iowa earned a 18-17 victory over Iowa State on Saturday in Week 3 action at Jack Trice Stadium.
Even though Iowa won, nobody won at the betting window as the game was a push (based on the closing point spread of -1.0. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 42.0.
Mekhi Sargent rushed for 58 yards, while Ivory Kelly-Martin added 20 yards in the win. Brandon Smith and Ihmir Smith-Marsette added 51 and 46 receiving yards respectively.
Kene Nwangwu rushed for 54 yards for Iowa State, while Brock Purdy added 34 yards. Deshaunte Jones threw for 51 yards for the Cyclones, while receivers Tarique Milton and La'Michael Pettway had 144 and 83 yards respectively.
Iowa lost the offensive yardage battle to Iowa State 418-313 yards in Saturday's game. Iowa State had more first downs as that total ended up 20-18.
Iowa State lost the time of possession battle 34:58-25:02, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Iowa looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Middle Tennessee. Iowa State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Louisiana-Monroe.