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Photos highlight Iowa State's narrow win against Drake in 2018

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Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Photos highlight Iowa State's narrow win against Drake in 2018

Summary

Iowa State achieved a narrow victory over Drake, 27-24, in a challenging December matchup in Ames. The cold conditions at Jack Trice Stadium featured a mix of rain and snow, impacting gameplay. Running back David Montgomery led the Cyclones with 145 yards and two touchdowns on 33 carries. Quarterbacks Brock Purdy and Kyle Kempt combined for 159 passing yards, while Spencer Benton and JaQuan Bailey each tallied a sack. The game showcased Iowa State's resilience in tough weather as they emerged victorious in a tightly contested battle.

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By the Numbers

•Iowa State won 27-24 against Drake on December afternoon.
•Game conditions included a light rain/snow mix and cold temperatures.
•David Montgomery carried the ball 33 times for 145 yards.
•Brock Purdy and Kyle Kempt combined for 159 passing yards.
•Spencer Benton and JaQuan Bailey each recorded a sack.

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In this installment of Soon It Will Be Saturday, we revisit a December afternoon in Ames. With a biting 34-degree temperature and a wind chill of 28, Jack Trice Stadium was blanketed in a numbing light rain/snow mix. The narrow 27-24 victory over Drake felt less like a standard win and more like a frozen […]
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