Iowa State football prepares for Arizona with key insights from coach Rogers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 5:54 PM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Iowa State football coach Jimmy Rogers addressed the media ahead of the Cyclones' matchup against Arizona on Oct. 24. Iowa State (3-3, 1-2 Big 12) is coming off a bye week, facing a ranked Arizona team (5-1, 2-1 Big 12). Rogers emphasized the challenge posed by Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita, who has significant passing and rushing stats this season. He also highlighted Arizona's strong defense, particularly linebacker Chase Kennedy. Iowa State previously faced top-ranked teams Utah and BYU, experiences that Rogers hopes will aid his team as they confront another tough opponent.
- •Game against Arizona scheduled for Oct. 24 at 6:30 p.m. CT.
- •Noah Fifita has 1,756 passing yards and 16 touchdowns this season.
- •Chase Kennedy leads a tough Arizona defense with four sacks.
- •Iowa State previously played ranked teams Utah and BYU this season.
- 5:54 PMYahoo Sports — 3 takeaways from Iowa State football coach Jimmy Rogers before Arizona
"Here are three takeaways from Iowa State football coach Jimmy Rogers' media availability ahead of the Cyclones' Week 8 game against Arizona.
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