The Iowa State Cyclones are set to return to Jack Trice Stadium this weekend for their first home game in nearly a month, facing a ranked opponent in the Oklahoma State Cowboys. The matchup, scheduled for 6 p.m. CT on Saturday, Oct. 31, is part of the Big 12 conference slate and will be televised on FOX with a livestream on Fox One.
Team records and recent form
Iowa State enters the game with a 3‑4 overall record and a 1‑3 mark in Big 12 play. The Cyclones have shown resilience, winning three of their last four meetings with the Cowboys and not losing to Oklahoma State at Jack Trice Stadium since 2019. Their most recent victory over the Cowboys came last season in Stillwater, a 20‑13 win.
Oklahoma State arrives in Ames ranked No. 24, holding a 5‑2 overall record and a 3‑1 conference record. The Cowboys are led by first‑year head coach Eric Morris, who posted an 11‑2 record at North Texas last season. Morris 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). Running back Caleb Hawkins and receiver Wyatt Young, both transfers from North Texas, have also contributed significantly to the Cowboys’ offense.
Offensive strengths
Oklahoma State’s offense ranks eighth nationally, averaging 40 points per game. The Cowboys have scored 32 or more points in six consecutive games, highlighted by a 57‑point outburst against Colorado the week before. Their aerial attack has been effective against opposing defenses, with UCF, Houston, and Colorado combining for 951 passing yards and 11 touchdowns over the past three games.
Iowa State will look to counter that firepower with a balanced approach. While the Cyclones have struggled early in conference play, they have kept games close; each of the last ten matchups between the two programs has been decided by seven points or fewer.
Series history and ticket information
The all‑time series favors Oklahoma State, which holds a 34‑22‑3 lead. However, recent trends have tilted toward the Cyclones, who have won three of the last four meetings. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, with upper‑deck seats as low as $21 as of Monday.
How to watch
Fans can watch the game on FOX or stream it via Fox One (subscription required). For those in the Ames area, the live broadcast will be followed by KCCI’s post‑game highlights and analysis, featuring Shannon Ehrhardt on the scene.
Local coverage and community engagement
KCCI’s “Big College Kickoff” program continues to provide weekly college football coverage on the Very Local streaming channel. The show airs Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. and includes a new “Ask a Player” segment, inviting viewers to submit questions for Iowa State and Oklahoma State athletes.
Community members are encouraged to attend the game and support their local team. The event offers a family‑friendly atmosphere and an opportunity to experience college football tradition in the heart of Ames.
Original reporting: KCCI Des Moines — read the source article.
