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Iowa State hosts West Virginia for homecoming football matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 10:41 AM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Iowa State hosts West Virginia for homecoming football matchup
Summary

Iowa State football faces West Virginia at Jack Trice Stadium on October 3 at 11 a.m. CT. The Cyclones, hoping to secure a homecoming victory, last won such a game against the Mountaineers in 2022, when they achieved a 31-14 win. Both teams are searching for their first Big 12 victory this season. Iowa State is 2-2 and 0-1 in the conference, while West Virginia is 3-1 and also 0-1 after a recent loss to Oklahoma State. Iowa State's coach Jimmy Rogers and West Virginia's Rich Rodriguez have previous coaching connections, adding intrigue to the matchup. West Virginia features a high-tempo offense led by quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. and running back Cam Cook, who both have impressive rushing statistics this season.

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  • •Iowa State is 2-2 overall, 0-1 in Big 12 play
  • •West Virginia is 3-1 overall, also 0-1 in Big 12
  • •Game takes place on October 3 at 11 a.m. CT
  • •The 2022 game saw Iowa State win 31-14
  • •Both teams feature new head coaches this season
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  • 10:41 AMYahoo Sports — Iowa State football set for homecoming clash with West Virginia
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Iowa State football is hosting West Virginia for the first time since 2022, which happens to be the most recent homecoming victory for the Cyclones.

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