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Updating Iowa State rankings in college football polls ahead of Cincinnati matchup
Iowa State’s Beau Freyler talks Cyclones defense after loss to Kansas
Iowa State safety Beau Freyler discusses Cyclones defense after giving up six straight scoring drives in loss to Kansas.
After picking up its second straight loss of the season, where does Iowa State stand in the newest college football rankings?
The Cyclones lost a high-scoring affair against Kansas at Arrowhead Stadium, 45-36. They dropped to 7-2 overall and 4-2 in Big 12 Conference play.
Iowa State returns to action at home on Saturday. The Cyclones will host visiting Cincinnati. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.
Iowa State rankings update
On Sunday, the Cyclones fell to No. 25 in the US LBM Coaches Poll. Previously, the Cyclones were No. 18.
The AP poll is scheduled for release later on Sunday afternoon. Last week, the Cyclones were No. 17.
US LBM Coaches Poll
Here is a look at the new US LBM Coaches Poll top 25.
- Oregon
- Ohio State
- Texas
- Tennessee
- Penn State
- Indiana
- Notre Dame
- BYU
- Alabama
- Georgia
- Ole Miss
- Miami
- SMU
- Boise State
- Texas A&M
- Clemson
- Army West Point
- Washington State
- Kansas State
- Colorado
- Missouri
- LSU
- South Carolina
- Louisville
- Iowa State
Schools dropped out
No. 23 Pittsburgh; No. 25 Vanderbilt
Others receiving votes
Tulane 85; Louisiana 42; Arizona State 30; Pittsburgh 28; UNLV 17; Memphis 11; Navy 3; James Madison 2; Illinois 2; Duke 1
AP Poll
The AP Poll will be released later on Sunday afternoon. Please check back for updates.
Eugene Rapay covers Iowa State athletics for the Des Moines Register. Contact Eugene at erapay@gannett.com. Follow him on Twitter at @erapay5.
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Iowa State is the Perfect Team to Rebuild in College Football 27
EA Sports College Football 27 is right around the corner, and fans can’t wait to play the new edition of the game. With new features including NIL, stadium builder, and a revamped road to glory, the game is once again going to be better than ever.
But of course, the main game mode that most fans like to play is dynasty. And the Iowa State Cyclones may be the perfect team to rebuild in College Football 27.
Iowa State is entering a new era. After former head coach, Matt Campbell, left for the Penn State Nittany Lions, the Cyclones have now hired Jimmy Rogers to take over the program. In the video game, you can start the dynasty fresh, with a new roster, a new coach, and new goals.
Speaking of the roster, Iowa State has tons of young, intriguing talent for next season. They have Cameron Pettaway, a freshman All-American who still has three years of eligibility, Omari Hayes who still has two years left, and Montreze Smith who still has three years, and a young offensive line as well. This team has a lot of fun young pieces.
The Cyclones fanbase is big, and they are passionate as well. Coming from Iowa, many midwestern college football fans pick Iowa State as their team. And their stadium backs that claim up. 61,500 seats is no small stadium by any means. The fans are rowdy, loud, and often have themes that look aesthetic as well.
In addition, the Cyclones’ jerseys are wonderful. Of course, they have their iconic home red uniforms, but also have away ones with red and yellow accents as well. Their blackout and whiteout jerseys are unbelievable as well, and super unique compared to the rest of the country. Their throwback uniform perfectly becomes the final touch to a perfect collection. Those are going to be very fun to use in game.
Overall, Iowa State is quite the team to use in College Football 27. It’s not the flashiest program, or one that can compete for a championship in year one, but a process that will take some time, but lead to great results. If you want a team that is entering a new era, has intriguing young talent, has a big fanbase and stadium, and provides jerseys that look great, you have to perfect the program to rebuild in the new video game coming this summer.
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Iowa Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Midday results for June 5, 2026
The Iowa Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big with rewards ranging from $1,000 to millions. The most an Iowan has ever won from playing the lottery was $343 million in 2018 off the Powerball.
Don’t miss out on the winnings. Here’s a look at Friday, June 5, 2026, winning numbers for each game:
Winning Mega Millions numbers from June 5 drawing
13-30-50-52-66, Mega Ball: 02
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick-3 numbers from June 5 drawing
Midday: 5-8-4
Evening: 5-1-4
Check Pick-3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick-4 numbers from June 5 drawing
Midday: 8-8-4-0
Evening: 0-0-2-8
Check Pick-4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from June 5 drawing
06-38-51-54-55, Bonus: 05
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
When are the Iowa Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10:00 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 3 (Day): 12:20 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 3 (Evening): 10:00 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 4 (Day): 12:20 p.m. CT daily.
- Pick 4 (Evening): 10:00 p.m. CT daily.
- Millionaire for Life: 10:15 p.m. CT daily.
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Convenience retailer to acquire several Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh locations in Iowa
DES MOINES, Iowa (KCRG) – A convenience retailer based in Nebraska will acquire several Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh locations in July.
Bosselman Pump & Pantry announced that they’ll acquire 21 stores, including five in-store Starbucks and seven in-store Smokey Row locations this summer.
The company currently operates 48 stores in Nebraska.
15 of the stores will be in the Des Moines area, two in Davenport, one in Marion, as well as two in the Omaha, Nebraska area and one in Lakesville, Minnesota.
After the closing of the deal, the Hy-Vee stores will be rebranded to Pump and Pantry locations. Hy-Vee fuel saver reward redemptions will continue to be accepted.
Full List of Locations:
- 3590 Prairie Fire NW, Altoona, IA
- 11925 University Avenue, Clive, IA
- 3200 East Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA
- 4631 East 53rd Street, Davenport, IA
- 5801 Hickman Road, Des Moines, IA
- 1701 SE 37th Street, Grimes, IA
- 5169 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA
- 2790 7th Avenue, Marion, IA
- 20410 George B Lake Parkway, Omaha, NE
- 20310 Vinton Street, Omaha, NE
- 9915 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale, IA
- 12905 Meredith Drive, Urbandale, IA
- 14200 Douglas Avenue, Urbandale, IA
- 15501 Meredith Drive, Urbandale, IA
- 2855 Grand Prairie Parkway, Waukee, IA
- 155 West Hickman Road, Waukee, IA
- 425 S Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, IA
- 300 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines, IA
- 9150 SE University Ave, West Des Moines, IA
- 7220 Hickman Road, Windsor Heights, IA
- 17380 Cedar Avem Lakeville, MN
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