The Iowa State Cyclones are set to open their home schedule this weekend with a Halloween showdown against the Oklahoma State Cowboys. The game kicks off at 6 p.m. Central Time on Saturday, Oct. 31, at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames.
Game details and how to watch
Fans can catch the action on the Fox Sports 1 (FS1) television network. A livestream is also available through the Fox One subscription service for those who prefer to watch on a mobile device or computer. Ticket prices are modest; Ticketmaster lists two upper‑deck seats for as low as $21 each, making it an affordable family outing.
Recent series history
Oklahoma State leads the all‑time series 34‑22‑3, but the Cyclones have turned the tide in recent meetings. Iowa State has won three of the last four matchups and has not lost to the Cowboys at Jack Trice Stadium since 2019. The most recent victory came last season when the Cyclones defeated Oklahoma State 20‑13 in Stillwater.
Every one of the last ten games between the two programs has been decided by seven points or fewer, underscoring the rivalry’s competitive balance. The results of those contests are:
- 2025: Iowa State 20, Oklahoma State 13
- 2023: Iowa State 34, Oklahoma State 27
- 2022: Oklahoma State 20, Iowa State 14
- 2021: Iowa State 24, Oklahoma State 21
- 2020: Oklahoma State 24, Iowa State 21
- 2019: Oklahoma State 34, Iowa State 27
- 2018: Iowa State 48, Oklahoma State 42
- 2017: Oklahoma State 49, Iowa State 42
- 2016: Oklahoma State 38, Iowa State 31
- 2015: Oklahoma State 35, Iowa State 31
What to know about the Cowboys
Oklahoma State enters the game under first‑year head coach Eric Morris, who posted an 11‑2 record at North Texas last season. Morris has brought several key players from his former program, including quarterback Drew Mestemaker, who currently leads the Big 12 in passing yards (2,326) and passing touchdowns (20). Transfer running back Caleb Hawkins contributes 712 rushing yards and multiple scores, while fellow North Texas transfer Wyatt Young tops the receiving corps with 639 yards.
The Cowboys’ offense is ranked eighth nationally, averaging 40 points per game. They have scored 32 or more points in six straight contests, highlighted by a 57‑point explosion in a recent win over Colorado. Defensively, Oklahoma State has struggled against the pass; UCF, Houston and Colorado combined for 951 yards and 11 touchdowns against them over the past three games.
Local coverage and fan engagement
KCCI’s “Big College Kickoff” will preview the matchup on Saturday morning at 10:30 a.m. on the Very Local streaming platform. Host Cullen Holt, along with analysts Scott Reister and Shannon Ehrhardt, will break down the key storylines and answer viewer questions. The Very Local app is free on Roku, Amazon Fire TV and smartphones.
Community members are encouraged to submit questions for the new “Ask a Player” segment, giving fans a chance to hear directly from Iowa State and Oklahoma State athletes.
Why the game matters for Ames
Beyond the on‑field competition, the Halloween game offers a boost to the local economy. Restaurants, hotels and retailers typically see increased traffic on game nights, and the affordable ticket pricing makes it accessible for families and students alike. The rivalry also provides a rallying point for the Cyclones’ fan base, reinforcing school spirit as the team seeks to improve its conference standing.
With a strong defensive showing at home in recent years and a potent offense from the Cowboys, the stage is set for a tightly contested battle that could have implications for Big 12 rankings as the season heads into its final stretch.
Original reporting: KCCI Des Moines — read the source article.
