Following a much-needed bye week, the Cincinnati Bearcats are set to return to action against Big 12 opponent the Iowa State Cyclones this weekend!
Players to keep an eye on include Cincinnati senior quarterback Emory Jones, linebacker Dorian Jones, running back Corey Kiner and safety Bryon Threats.
The Bearcats opened as 4.5-point favorites against Iowa State with the over/under currently projected at 47.5 points according to FanDuel Sportsbook.
With a chance to snap a three-game losing streak, Cincinnati needs to find an offensive rhythm early and limit Iowa State’s balanced offensive attack.
#Cincinnati will return to action against Big 12 opponent Iowa State at noon on October 14 at Nippert Stadium!https://t.co/OCq23SVX1r pic.twitter.com/xbgg7Um1uL
— Cincy on the Prowl (@CincyOnTheProwl) October 5, 2023
Cincinnati Football: Bearcats return from bye week against Big 12 opponent Iowa State
- Date: Saturday, October 14 at 12:00 PM
- Location: Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati
- Series History: First ever meeting
- TV Broadcast: FS1 and fuboTV
Despite suffering a recent losing skid, the Bearcats should be able to handle Iowa State and eventually secure the first Big 12 victory in school history!
Iowa State leans on freshman quarterback Rocco Becht and leading wide receiver Jaylin Noel, plus defensive backs Jeremiah Cooper and Beau Freyler.
The matchup marks the first ever meeting between the brand new conference foes as Cincinnati aims to get back on track at home on Saturday afternoon.
With a game against Iowa State up next, the bye comes at a pivotal time under Scott Satterfield. #Bearcatshttps://t.co/9nRHalFJdS pic.twitter.com/Teudh78rNA
— Cincy on the Prowl (@CincyOnTheProwl) October 5, 2023
Cincinnati Football: Preview for the Bearcats first ever battle against Iowa State
Make sure to preview the upcoming battle including pregame odds and players to watch as the Bearcats get ready to host Iowa State at Nippert Stadium!
Scott Satterfield’s team must get a quality outing from the offense and shut down the Cyclones from creating explosive plays on a consistent basis.
The loss at BYU marked the first three-game losing streak for Cincinnati since former head coach Luke Fickell was in the midst of his first season in 2017.
With a renewed sense of motivation and purpose, the Bearcats will look to end to the surprising skid and get back in the win column against Iowa State.