Monday Musings: Cookie crumbled in Provo

Cyclone Fanatic · Oct 5, 2026

Oct 9, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; Iowa State Cyclones head coach Jimmy Rodgers as seen during the second half against the BYU Cougars at LaVell Edwards Stadium. (Aaron Baker-Imagn Images)

Losing 24-10 at No. 8 BYU does not sound like a terrible loss, but those that watched the game know it was less competitive than the final score reads. A muffed punt and three silly fourth down play calls saved the Cyclones from a potential bludgeoning.

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