Iowa State's offense shines in loss against Baylor in Waco

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Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Iowa State's offense shines in loss against Baylor in Waco
Summary

Iowa State football's offense demonstrated strong performance in a 42-31 loss to Baylor on November 7. The Cyclones amassed over 450 yards of total offense, with quarterback Jaylen Raynor throwing for 256 yards and running back Aiden Flora rushing for 182 yards. Despite a promising start and an early 10-0 lead, defensive struggles and special teams errors contributed to the defeat, marking Iowa State's fifth loss of the season. Following the game, coach Jimmy Rogers emphasized the need for improved execution and technique as the team aims to secure bowl eligibility in the coming weeks, starting with a match against Cincinnati on November 14.

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  • •Iowa State falls to Baylor 42-31 in Waco.
  • •Jaylen Raynor throws for 256 yards and two touchdowns.
  • •Aiden Flora rushes for 182 yards and one touchdown.
  • •Cyclones allowed over 400 yards for the sixth consecutive game.
  • •Next game against Cincinnati is on November 14.
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Iowa State football's offense strung together another promising performance, but defensive breakdowns and special teams miscues were costly vs. Baylor

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