Pick details
| MATCHUP | Utah Utes | Iowa State Cyclones |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 3-0 | 2-1 |
| Spread | -7.5 -115 | +7.5 -105 |
| Moneyline | -340 | +270 |
| Total | Over 47.5 (-115) | Under 47.5 (-105) |
| Where | Jack Trice Stadium, Ames, IA | |
| When | Saturday, September 26, 2026 | |
| Time | 03:30 PM EDT | |
| TV | FOX | |
Utah Utes Betting Preview
The Utah Utes beat Arkansas and Utah State, and they play Kansas next. Utah looks for a third 4-0 start in the last four years. Devon Dampier is completing 71.6 percent of his passes for 690 yards, 7 touchdowns, and 1 interception. Braden Pegan and Noah Bennee have combined for 383 receiving yards and 5 touchdowns, while Larry Simmons has 5 receptions.
The Utah Utes ground game is averaging 232.7 yards per contest, and Wayshawn Parker leads the way with 154 yards and 3 touchdowns. Defensively, Utah is allowing 8 points and 239.3 yards per game. Nate Ritchie leads the Utah Utes with 15 tackles, Cyrus Polu has 1.5 sacks, and Rabbit Evans has 1 interception.
Iowa State Cyclones Betting Preview
The Iowa State Cyclones lost to Iowa, beat Bowling Green, and they play West Virginia next. Iowa State has won 5 of its last 6 games. Jaylen Raynor is completing 55.8 percent of his passes for 434 yards, 4 touchdowns, and 1 interception. Dominic Overby and Omari Hayes have combined for 201 receiving yards on 10 catches, while Vince Benetti has 4 receptions.
The Iowa State Cyclones’ ground game is averaging 203.7 yards per contest, and Aiden Flora leads the way with 328 yards and 3 touchdowns. Defensively, Iowa State is allowing 11 points and 226.3 yards per game. Sullivan Schlimgen leads the Iowa State Cyclones with 23 tackles, Isaac Terell has 3 sacks, and Beni Ngoyi has 1 interception.
Why the Iowa State Cyclones will win
- Iowa State has won each of its last six September games at Jack Trice Stadium.
- Iowa State has covered the spread in six of its last seven games as an underdog.
- Utah has failed to cover the spread in four of its last five road openers.
Why the Utah Utes will win
- Utah has won each of its last nine games.
- Iowa State has lost each of its last five games against AP-ranked teams at Jack Trice Stadium.
- Utah has covered the spread in each of its last six September games as a favorite against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Iowa State has failed to cover the spread in seven of its last eight games as an underdog against top-15 AP-ranked teams.
- Utah has won the first half in each of its last six road games against non-AP-ranked teams.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Iowa State’s last four games against conference opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Thirteen of Utah’s last 17 games in September have gone UNDER the total points line.
Iowa State Cyclones Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 4, Aiden Flora ranks 9th amongst qualified players for Yards Per Carry (8.6) this season.
Utah Utes Player Prop Facts
- Heading into Week 4, Daniel Bray ranks T1st amongst qualified players for catch rate (100.0%) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- Iowa State ranks 7th among FBS teams for H2 opponent points per game this season (3.0).
- Iowa State ranks T11th among FBS teams for 1st downs against this season (37).
- Utah has recorded the most home wins by a margin of 20+ points of any FBS team this season (3).
- Utah has recorded the equal-most home wins by a margin of 25+ points of any FBS team this season (3).
Utah vs Iowa State Prediction
Iowa State should be favored at home, but this line is a bit disrespectful toward a Utah team that’s rolling out of the gate. Utah has blown the doors off all three of its opponents and has covered all three games. Utah has shown balance offensively and remains that tough, physical defensive team. I’ve always had respect for this Utah program, and it remains beyond Kyle Whittingham. We’re getting a hook on top of a key number. Utah isn’t going to be scared of the moment. Give me the points with the Utes.
