# CONCERN: Iowa State's Season In JEOPARDY After TOUGH Loss To Utah Utes In Big 12 Opener

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Podcast: [Locked On Cyclones - Daily Podcast on Iowa State Cyclones Football & Basketball](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-cyclones-daily-podcast-on-iowa-state-cyclones-football-basketball-7122600)
Published: 2026-09-28T12:30:32+00:00
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## Resource

Iowa State Cyclones stumble in Big 12 opener, falling to Utah 31-17 as offensive woes and defensive lapses raise fresh concerns. Can Jalen Raynor find his rhythm after a 21-of-40, 205-yard outing with two interceptions, or will questions about third-down efficiency and receiver separation continue to haunt Cyclone Nation? Nick Marovets breaks down the Cyclones’ inconsistent performance, spotlighting Wayshawn Parker’s electrifying 174-yard rushing day for Utah and the persistent tackling issues plaguing Iowa State’s defense. Discussion centers on critical penalties, the struggles of Iowa State’s secondary, and whether this squad still has bowl potential amidst a wide-open Big 12 race. With tough tests ahead and key players like Sullivan Schlimgen and Duron Goodman emerging, is a turnaround possible—or do the Cyclones face a tougher rebuilding year under Jimmy Rogers than expected?

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