Three takeaways from Iowa State football's loss at No. 8 BYU | Hines
The only place Iowa State was close to BYU was on the scoreboard. Elsewhere, it was a blowout. Columnist Travis Hines gives his immediate thoughts.
1. Iowa State faced a significant 24-10 loss to No. 8 BYU in a game marked by numerous missed opportunities. The Cyclones were outgained by 306 yards but were unable to capitalize on their chances. BYU's defense, while solid, was outperformed by Iowa State's offense in a few areas.
2. Quarterback Jaylen Raynor struggled throughout the game, completing only 16 of 29 passes for 98 yards and a touchdown. His performance was particularly disappointing as he struggled to extend plays beyond short distances, highlighting the glaring issues within the Iowa State passing game.
3. Defensively, the Iowa State defense was inconsistent and struggled to maintain its usual level of performance. They conceded 506 total yards to BYU, a concerning figure that reflects a worrying trend in the past few games. This defensive weakness was exacerbated by issues with tackling, coverage, and pass rush, leading to a troubling stretch of the season where the defense has been notably poor.
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