Jaylen Raynor accounts for 4 touchdowns in Iowa State’s 38-10 win over Southeast Missouri State

Jaylen Raynor played a pivotal role in Iowa State's 38-10 victory over Southeast Missouri State, accounting for four touchdowns as the Cyclones opened their season. Raynor, who transferred to Iowa State from Arkansas State prior to the season, led the team with two rushing touchdowns and two passing touchdowns. His first touchdown came on a seven-yard run during the second play of the game.

Later in the first quarter, Raynor connected with tight end Vince Benetti on a 24-yard touchdown pass. In the second quarter, he again found Benetti on a ten-yard touchdown pass, contributing to a 28-7 halftime lead. Raynor's final touchdown of the game was a seven-yard run in the fourth quarter. Iowa State's Aiden Flora added a ten-yard touchdown run in the second quarter, and Kyle Konrardy scored with a 33-yard field goal in the third.

Southeast Missouri State's Chance Wilson and Justin Keller contributed with a seven-yard run and a 40-yard field goal, respectively. Iowa State dominated the game with a 303-209 advantage in offensive yards and almost a 14-minute edge in time of possession. The game's start was delayed by 30 minutes due to lightning.