This model of Inventory Watch will probably be quick and candy. The Hawkeyes had few vivid spots on this recreation. The offense struggled to maneuver the ball constantly earlier than rubbish time and it appeared like after they did, there have been penalties. The protection performed nicely, and arguably nicely sufficient to win the sport, nevertheless it doesn’t have that form of wiggle room this 12 months. Let’s get onto inventory watch.
STOCK UP
Luke Lachey
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One of many solely gamers that I’m placing within the inventory risers class this week, Lachey might have formally had his popping out celebration vs Michigan. Whereas it might be argued that a few of his statistics got here in opposition to a Michigan protection taking part in forestall protection, Lachey added sufficient movie that future opponents will now have to concentrate to him. “The Bull”, which is the nickname that has been created by and is now property of BHGP, had 4 receptions for 84 yards and a rating. The Bull is a large goal and could have a bonus in opposition to any opponent Iowa faces with fellow TE Sam Laporta commanding a lot consideration. It was additionally refreshing to see play calls designed for Lachey up the seam. Being such a giant participant, that seam route is a tricky throw to overlook…
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Count on many extra stat strains like Saturdays from Lachey as Iowa might begin calling performs just like 2018 as they seek for some type of identification on offense.
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The Bull will probably be taking many extra individuals for a experience in his profession.Bryon Houlgrave/The Register / USA TODAY NETWORK
Spencer Petras
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Depart me alone, the pickings have been slim. I put Petras on this spot solely as a result of increasingly I consider his essential points to be associated to shoddy line play. Sure he nonetheless misses two or three passes he should full each recreation however he’s executed a number of issues the final two weeks that I’ve favored. Within the Rutgers recreation, the digital camera panned to Petras on the sideline after a 3 and out and he was visibly upset at himself for lacking a throw. That’s what most individuals would do however Spencer has had an inclination of wanting unbothered by offensive performances up to now. In order that was good. On Saturday, aside from the overthrow up the seam and the overthrow on the sideline to Brecht, I assumed he truly threw nicely when given time. Now, the argument is clearly “Alec, he’s not going to have time with this younger line.” I perceive that time, and I agree with it. However I additionally thought that Spencer did just a little bit higher job of stepping up within the pocket. He nonetheless can’t transfer price a rattling and by no means will, however I can’t say we have now a participant on this roster who might have prevented the abusive go rush Michigan was making use of after they wished to take action. Now, I can’t say we don’t have a participant who might have prevented the push both, however everyone knows that’s a moot level.
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There are numerous extra footage like this one from Saturday. It’s exhausting to be any good within the face of that rush.Bryon Houlgrave/The Register / USA TODAY NETWORK
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Offensive Line
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This unit goes to proceed to undergo rising pains this 12 months because it slowly matures. This was a tricky recreation. Optimistic performs appeared to at all times be negated by penalties and Michigans go rush had too straightforward of a time getting by to Petras. The working backs on this recreation rushed for 66 yards on 20 carries, good for 3.3 yards a pop. Thats not terrible vs the #4 crew within the nation nevertheless it’s not a profitable quantity both. In my view, George Barnett must cease shuffling guys out and in and decide a high 5 or 6 guys and keep on with them.
Defensive Line:
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If we’re going to proceed to name this protection “elite”, the grading scale is there fore going to be set extraordinarily excessive. On Saturday, the line of defense obtained moved. They bowed up some within the second half however if you solely tally 2 tackles all recreation for 1 yard or much less thats not elite. I can’t give them the excuse that it was the period of time they have been on the sector both as a result of Michigan was on them from the beginning. Within the two matchups in opposition to high quality competitors this 12 months, Iowa Sate and Michigan every obtained 100 yards or extra from a tailback. Mixed, each these opponents averaged 3.62 yards a rush. Thats an excellent quantity, however thats not an elite quantity. This unit might actually use Yayah Black’s measurement within the center nevertheless it seems like he’ll be out vs Illinois as nicely. This Illinois recreation is a big alternative for this unit. Bert would love nothing greater than to grind out Iowa the best way the Hawkeyes have floor down Illinois up to now. The line of defense should maintain on this one different smart, the Hawks might be taking a look at a 3-3 document with Ohio. St subsequent… Yikes.
I’m going to finish with that as a result of I feel the Michigan recreation was one the place we as followers ought to take away any little constructive bits and transfer on. Michigan was merely the higher crew and deserved to win that soccer recreation. God that tasted terrible popping out of my mouth. I like the truth that Illinois beat Wisconsin within the method that they did as a result of I consider the teaching workers will deal with this week like I simply talked about as nicely. None of us noticed this go to to Champagne as probably essentially the most essential recreation of the 12 months earlier than the season however that simply could also be what it’s become. I feel each strains will probably be up for the problem.
No. 17 Iowa State goes into its home game against Kansas State on Saturday night as one of the Big 12 teams with the highest probability of making it to the conference championship game next week.
That calculation comes from conference officials putting pencil to paper to figure out all the scenarios that could unfold on the final weekend of the regular season.
Cyclones coach Matt Campbell said his team just needs to worry about itself and not the myriad of possibilities that could determine the matchup for next week’s Big 12 title game at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
“To me,” he said, “all that other stuff is wasted time, effort and energy.”
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If the Cyclones (9-2, 6-2, No. 18 CFP) beat the Wildcats (8-3, 5-3, No. 24 CFP), they probably would be in. Arizona State would be the likely opponent if the Sun Devils win at Arizona.
So much would have to align for the Wildcats to advance — starting with beating Iowa State — that coach Chris Klieman said he didn’t plan to address the possibilities with his players. He said he wouldn’t have to anyway.
“The kids know,” he said.
Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson runs the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Arizona State Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in Manhattan, Kan. Credit: AP/Charlie Riedel
Going for 10
The Cyclones are trying to become the first team in the program’s 133-year history to win 10 regular-season games. Wildcats’ tight end Will Swanson said he wasn’t aware of the 10-win milestone until a reporter told him. He indicated he and his teammates would like to keep the Cyclones from achieving it.
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“I’ll probably have to mention that,” he said, laughing.
Up and running
K-State quarterback Avery Johnson appears to be back to his old self. The staff tried to reduce his rushing attempts after he was injured Oct. 12 at Colorado. There were no limitations on him in last week’s 41-15 win over Cincinnati. He ran 10 times for 70 yards, including a 33-yard burst and a 21-yard touchdown.
“People saw when he’s healthy, we’re really good on offense,” Klieman said.
Cold, but no snow
Temperatures are expected to be in the teens in Ames, but no snow is in the forecast. Heavy snow fell during last year’s game in Manhattan, Kansas. Abu Sama III ran for 276 yards and three touchdowns and the Cyclones’ defense made a fourth-down stop in the final minute to preserve a 42-35 victory.
“I just remember the snow and Abu running wild,” ISU receiver Jayden Higgins said. “There definitely was a lot of snow on the field.”
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K-State’s Swanson said the game reminded him of a backyard football game but that it “panned out terribly.”
“Some spots there were 6 inches of snow,” he said. “I remember I caught a ball and I got tackled. I was face-first in the ground and had a pound of snow between my face and my facemask.”
Injury update
Klieman said RB Dylan Edwards could return against the Cyclones after sustaining a no-contact leg injury two weeks ago against Arizona State.
Campbell said S Drew Surges will be available and DT J.R. Singleton and TE Ben Brahmer are on track to play.
Colorado Buffaloes (5-1) vs. Iowa State Cyclones (4-1)
Lahaina, Hawaii; Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. EST
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BOTTOM LINE: Colorado and No. 5 Iowa State play at Lahaina Civic Center in Lahaina, Hawaii.
The Cyclones are 4-1 in non-conference play. Iowa State ranks fifth in the Big 12 with 41.2 points per game in the paint led by Keshon Gilbert averaging 9.2.
The Buffaloes are 5-1 in non-conference play. Colorado ranks fifth in the Big 12 shooting 39.3% from 3-point range.
Iowa State makes 49.0% of its shots from the field this season, which is 8.2 percentage points higher than Colorado has allowed to its opponents (40.8%). Colorado averages 13.9 more points per game (77.7) than Iowa State gives up (63.8).
The matchup Wednesday is the first meeting of the season for the two teams in conference play.
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TOP PERFORMERS: Gilbert is scoring 16.8 points per game with 2.6 rebounds and 5.2 assists for the Cyclones.
Elijah Malone is averaging 14.3 points for the Buffaloes.
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Video: Kirk Ferentz on Iowa’s QB situation heading into Nebraska matchup
Kirk Ferentz discusses a variety of topics ahead of Iowa’s matchup with Nebraska.
Iowa football (7-4) returns home on Friday, hoping to finish its regular season strong against Big Ten Conference foe Nebraska (6-5). NBC will show the 6:30 p.m. CT contest.
The Hawkeyes are coming off an encouraging 29-13 win at Maryland. Nebraska, meanwhile, lost 28-20 at USC last time out.
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Here’s how to watch the Iowa vs. Nebraska game on Friday, including time, TV schedule and streaming information:
Watch Iowa vs Nebraska on Peacock
What channel is Iowa football vs Nebraska on Saturday?
TV channel: NBC
Streaming: Peacock
Radio: Hawkeye Radio Network
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Iowa vs. Nebraska will be broadcast nationally on NBC in Week 14 of the 2024 college football season. Streaming options include Peacock.
Iowa vs NBC football time on Friday
Date: Friday, November 29
Start time: 6:30 p.m. (CT)
The Iowa vs. Nebraska game starts at 6:30 p.m. CT from Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa vs Nebraska football predictions, picks, odds
Odds courtesy of BetMGM as of Tuesday, Nov. 26.
Moneyline: Iowa -210, Nebraska +170
Spread: Iowa -5.5
O/U: 39.5
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Iowa football schedule 2024
Aug. 31: vs. Illinois State, (W, 40-0)
Sept. 7: vs. Iowa State, (L, 20-19)
Sept. 14: vs. Troy, (W, 38-21)
Sept. 21: at Minnesota, (W, 31-14)
Oct. 5: at Ohio State, (L, 35-7)
Oct. 12: vs. Washington, (W, 40-16)
Oct. 19: at Michigan State, (L, 32-20)
Oct. 26: vs. Northwestern, (W, 40-14)
Nov. 2: vs. Wisconsin, (W, 42-10)
Nov. 8: at UCLA, (L, 20-17)
Nov. 23: at Maryland, (W, 29-13)
Nov. 29: vs. Nebraska, 6:30 p.m., NBC
Record: 5-3
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