Iowa State and Iowa prepare for upcoming Cy-Hawk football rivalry game

Iowa State football coach Jimmy Rogers is navigating his first Cy-Hawk rivalry game since arriving in Ames. The team enters the matchup following a 38-10 victory over Southeast Missouri State, while Iowa arrives after shutting out Northern Illinois 40-0. Both programs emphasize physical play, with their respective defensive units recording six sacks and two turnovers each in their Week 1 performances. Rogers noted the importance of maintaining emotional control during the intense rivalry, which the Hawkeyes lead 47-25 in the all-time series. Iowa State has secured wins in three of the last four meetings between the two programs. Both coaching staffs are focusing on line-of-scrimage dominance and efficiency during early downs as they finalize preparations for the upcoming game.

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