Iowa State survived a wild game at upset-minded Arkansas State and will go into the bye week at a perfect 4-0.Iowa State football at Arkansas State: Score updates, highlights, stats and more It wasn't pretty, but the Cyclones got it done.Final: Iowa State 24, Arkansas State 16Here's how it happened:Iowa State seals the win with throw to Carson BrownIowa State is going to survive the upset attempt. A third down throw to Carson Brown will let Iowa State kneel it out.Cyclones get key fourth-down stopIowa State got pressure on Raynor on fourth-and-5, and his desperation pass fell incomplete.Iowa State takes over at its own 23. The Cyclones need to take 3:47 off the clock to seal the win.Iowa State punts back to Arkansas StateAfter an 87-yard Abu Sama touchdown run was taken back by a flag, Iowa State was forced to punt.Arkansas State will take over near midfield.Tre Bell picks off Arkansas State passA deep shot by Jaylen Raynor was picked off by Tre Bell. Iowa State has some breathing room, leading by 8 and taking possession.WATCH: Abu Sama barrels through defender for touchdownAbu. Sama.The Cyclone running back flicked the truck stick, running right through an Arkansas State defender for a touchdown to make it 24-16 with 8:34 to go.The drive was set up by a 44-yard bomb from Becht to Xavier Townsend. Townsend is up to 92 receiving yards today.Backup place kicker Chase Smith handled the PAT. Kyle Konrardy appeared to be managing a minor injury earlier after his missed field goal.Iowa State scoring drive: 7 plays, 75 yards, 3:19Arkansas State makes field goal to cut into lead A wild sequence saw two Arkansas State touchdowns wiped away by penalties — first, an offensive pass interference on a pick play, and the second on a hold.A 40-yard field goal attempt was good, so that makes it 17-16, Iowa State, with 11:53 to go.Arkansas State scoring drive: 15 plays, 62 yards, 6:27End of third quarter: Iowa State 17, Arkansas State 13Arkansas State will have first down just across midfield when the fourth quarter begins. Iowa State's defense can't get off the field.Rocco Becht picked off after bobbled pass After a 44-yard run by Abu Sama sparked the drive, Iowa State was in scoring position. A third-down pass to Benjamin Brahmer was bobbled, and the ball pupped up to Arkansas State's Avante Dickerson, who intercepted the pass at the ASU 10.Arkansas State will take over deep in its own territory.Iowa State gets it right backA quick drive went nowhere. The Cyclones have a chance to extend the lead with a score on this series.Cyclones punt after quick driveIt's hot in Jonesboro, and the Cyclone defense is standing in the sun quite a bit today.Arkansas State has an edge of 22:32 to 14:12 in time of possession, and that lead will only grow after a short drive ends in punt. Arkansas State takes over at its own 29.Long Arkansas State drive ends with field goalArkansas State kept it on the ground successfully for most of that drive, and a 36-yard field goal makes it 17-13, Iowa State, with 9:08 to go in the third quarter.Arkansas State scoring drive: 13 plays, 50 yards, 5:48Halftime: Iowa State 17, Arkansas State 10A bit more of a sweat than Iowa State would've liked, but the Cyclones still lead by a touchdown going into the break.Becht has 172 passing yards and a touchdown on 13 attempts. Carson Hansen is the leader on the ground with 71 yards.Iowa State will kick to Arkansas State after the break.Cyclones answer with two big passesNo need to settle for a long field goal.A deep pass to Xavier Townsend for 35 yards was followed by a 27-yard throw over the top to Dominic Overby for a score.A two-point conversion was successful thanks to a pass to Carson Hansen in the flat.It's 17-10, Iowa State, with 11 seconds to go in the half.Iowa State scoring drive: 4 plays, 75 yards, 0:28Arkansas State takes lead with long touchdown driveFor the first time all season, Iowa State is trailing.A short rush by QB Jaylen Raynor crossed the end zone, and the ensuing PAT gave Arkansas State the lead.Iowa State has 39 seconds and two timeouts to work with for a final score before halftime.Arkansas State scoring drive: 17 plays, 70 yards, 8:13Cyclones force three-and-out, but roughing the kicker penalty gives Arkansas State new lifeMarcus Neal made a huge play in the backfield to force a big loss on first down, and Arkansas State never got back on track.But a roughing the kicker penalty on Drew Surges gave Arkansas State 15 free yards and a new set of downs.Cyclones try wildcat run, lose yardage on third downIowa State has tried a couple of direct snaps, and on third down in Arkansas State territory, the Cyclones went full-on wildcat. A snap to Abu Sama led to a two-yard loss, and a shanked kick by Kyle Konrardy leaves Iowa State without a score.Arkansas State takes over at its own 30 with 8:52 to go in the half. ISU leads, 9-3.Iowa State TE Tyler Moore steps up in Gabe Burkle's absenceWith Burkle sidelined, it's been Tyler Moore's time to shine. The Cyclone tight end has two catches for 58 yards, and there's still 11:20 to play in the first half.Arkansas State cuts into lead with field goalA 45-yard boot split the uprights, so it's 9-3 in favor of Iowa State with 13:11 to go in the first half.Jace Gilbert nearly kept the Red Wolves off the board. The Cyclone defensive lineman hit Jaylen Raynor and forced a fumble, but Raynor jumped back on the loose ball.Arkansas State scoring drive: 8 plays, 55 yards, 4:18End of first quarter: Iowa State 9, Arkansas State 0A couple of nice passes by Jaylen Raynor have put Arkansas State in Iowa State territory.Still, Iowa State is in control. Becht has 69 passing yards and Carson Hansen has 68 rushing yards, so it's bene a balanced attack for the ISU offense.Cyclones tack on touchdown to extend leadA 31-yard catch and run by tight end Tyler Moore, followed shortly after by a 38-yard rush by Carson Hansen, got Iowa State to the goal line. Rocco Becht took a sack on second down, but he made up for it one play later. The Cyclone QB scrambled down the right sideline on third down and extended the ball over the pylon for the touchdown.Kyle Konrardy's PAT was missed, so it'll be 9-0.Iowa State scoring drive: 7 plays, 91 plays, 3:58Arkansas State punts, pins Iowa State deepArkansas State moved the ball on a 34-yard pass over the middle, but that was about all the Red Wolves could muster.Their punt was fair caught at the Iowa State 9, so the Cyclones will face a long field ahead. It's still 3-0, Iowa State, with 6:31 to go.Iowa State scores first on Kyle Konrardy field goalIowa State moved the ball through the air on that series, but a third down pass fell incomplete.Kyle Konrardy drilled the 41-yard kick to get ISU on the board.Iowa State scoring drive: 10 plays, 52 yards, 4:10Cyclones force a puntA nice pass breakup by Jamison Patton on third down forced Arkansas State to punt it right back.Iowa State will begin its second series at its own 25.Iowa State offense goes three-and-outIt's an 0-for-3 start for Rocco Becht. A deep shot to Brett Eskildsen on the opening play nearly created some fireworks, but it fell incomplete.Gabe Burkle out for Saturday's gameOne of Iowa State's starting tight ends will miss today's game with a groin injury.Iowa State to receive opening kickoffThe Cyclone offense will take the field first.Here's what else to know about the game.How to watch and stream Iowa State football at Arkansas StateWhen: 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13Where: Centennial Bank Stadium, Jonesboro, ArkansasTV: ESPN2Livestream: ESPN onlineGame day weather forecastIt's going to be hot and sunny Saturday in Jonesboro, Arkansas, with a high of 97 degrees.Iowa State football vs. Arkansas State series historyThe Cyclones are 1-0 all-time against Arkansas State. The previous game in the series happened just last year.Iowa State took down Arkansas State, 52-7, on Sept. 21 last year. Rocco Becht threw for 204 yards and a pair of touchdowns while Carson Hansen scored twice on the ground. Four different ISU players scored rushing touchdowns as the Cyclones used the second half to work in some backups.What to know about Arkansas State footballArkansas State is 1-1 this year. The Red Wolves lost last week to Arkansas, 56-14.Arkansas State went 8-5 last season, including a 5-3 record in the Sun Belt Conference and a victory in the 68 Ventures Bowl against Bowling Green. The program is led by Butch Jones, a former head coach at Tennessee.Jones, now in his fifth year at the helm, has improved the team each year. The Red Wolves went 2-10 in his first year and made a bowl game in his third season, finally improving to 8 wins a year ago.Dual-threat QB Jaylen Raynor has accounted for four passing touchdowns this season and 470 yards through the air. He is also the team's third-leading rusher at 55 yards. Raynor threw for 16 touchdowns last year as a sophomore.He was not particularly effective against Iowa State a year ago. The Cyclones held him to 5-for-16 passing for 68 yards and two interceptions.Defensively, Arkansas State allowed Arkansas to rush for 321 yards last week.Tickets for Iowa State football at Arkansas StateTickets are available through Ticketmaster.As of Thursday, two tickets together were available for as low as $32.35 apiece. You can find more information about tickets here.Iowa State at Arkansas State football betting lines, over/underAs of Thursday, Iowa State is favored by 20.5 points, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. The total for the game is set at 55.5 points.Big College Kickoff: Defensive stars emerging for Iowa StateIowa State's Tamatoa McDonough continues the Ivy League pipelineStream vlog's 'Big College Kickoff' Saturday morningYou can stream vlog's "Big College Kickoff" live on Very Local at 10:30 a.m. every Saturday through Nov. 29. vlog sports' Jeff Dubrof will host, with Shannon Ehrhardt live from Iowa City or Ames each week.Very Local is a streaming channel that offers 24/7 access to vlog news, weather, original series and more. Download the Very Local App for free on your Roku, Amazon Fire TV, or smartphone.Click here to learn more about Very Local.Follow Very Local on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
JONESBORO, Ark. — Iowa State survived a wild game at upset-minded Arkansas State and will go into the bye week at a perfect 4-0.
Iowa State football at Arkansas State: Score updates, highlights, stats and more
It wasn't pretty, but the Cyclones got it done.
Final: Iowa State 24, Arkansas State 16
Here's how it happened:
Iowa State seals the win with throw to Carson Brown
Iowa State is going to survive the upset attempt. A third down throw to Carson Brown will let Iowa State kneel it out.
Cyclones get key fourth-down stop
Iowa State got pressure on Raynor on fourth-and-5, and his desperation pass fell incomplete.
Iowa State takes over at its own 23. The Cyclones need to take 3:47 off the clock to seal the win.
Iowa State punts back to Arkansas State
After an 87-yard Abu Sama touchdown run was taken back by a flag, Iowa State was forced to punt.
Arkansas State will take over near midfield.
Tre Bell picks off Arkansas State pass
A deep shot by Jaylen Raynor was picked off by Tre Bell. Iowa State has some breathing room, leading by 8 and taking possession.
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WATCH: Abu Sama barrels through defender for touchdown
Abu. Sama.
The Cyclone running back flicked the truck stick, running right through an Arkansas State defender for a touchdown to make it 24-16 with 8:34 to go.
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The drive was set up by a 44-yard bomb from Becht to Xavier Townsend. Townsend is up to 92 receiving yards today.
Backup place kicker Chase Smith handled the PAT. Kyle Konrardy appeared to be managing a minor injury earlier after his missed field goal.
Iowa State scoring drive: 7 plays, 75 yards, 3:19
Arkansas State makes field goal to cut into lead
A wild sequence saw two Arkansas State touchdowns wiped away by penalties — first, an offensive pass interference on a pick play, and the second on a hold.
A 40-yard field goal attempt was good, so that makes it 17-16, Iowa State, with 11:53 to go.
Arkansas State scoring drive: 15 plays, 62 yards, 6:27
End of third quarter: Iowa State 17, Arkansas State 13
Arkansas State will have first down just across midfield when the fourth quarter begins. Iowa State's defense can't get off the field.
Rocco Becht picked off after bobbled pass
After a 44-yard run by Abu Sama sparked the drive, Iowa State was in scoring position. A third-down pass to Benjamin Brahmer was bobbled, and the ball pupped up to Arkansas State's Avante Dickerson, who intercepted the pass at the ASU 10.
Arkansas State will take over deep in its own territory.
Iowa State gets it right back
A quick drive went nowhere. The Cyclones have a chance to extend the lead with a score on this series.
Cyclones punt after quick drive
It's hot in Jonesboro, and the Cyclone defense is standing in the sun quite a bit today.
Arkansas State has an edge of 22:32 to 14:12 in time of possession, and that lead will only grow after a short drive ends in punt. Arkansas State takes over at its own 29.
Long Arkansas State drive ends with field goal
Arkansas State kept it on the ground successfully for most of that drive, and a 36-yard field goal makes it 17-13, Iowa State, with 9:08 to go in the third quarter.
Arkansas State scoring drive: 13 plays, 50 yards, 5:48
Halftime: Iowa State 17, Arkansas State 10
A bit more of a sweat than Iowa State would've liked, but the Cyclones still lead by a touchdown going into the break.
Becht has 172 passing yards and a touchdown on 13 attempts. Carson Hansen is the leader on the ground with 71 yards.
Iowa State will kick to Arkansas State after the break.
Cyclones answer with two big passes
No need to settle for a long field goal.
A deep pass to Xavier Townsend for 35 yards was followed by a 27-yard throw over the top to Dominic Overby for a score.
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A two-point conversion was successful thanks to a pass to Carson Hansen in the flat.
It's 17-10, Iowa State, with 11 seconds to go in the half.
Iowa State scoring drive: 4 plays, 75 yards, 0:28
Arkansas State takes lead with long touchdown drive
For the first time all season, Iowa State is trailing.
A short rush by QB Jaylen Raynor crossed the end zone, and the ensuing PAT gave Arkansas State the lead.
Iowa State has 39 seconds and two timeouts to work with for a final score before halftime.
Arkansas State scoring drive: 17 plays, 70 yards, 8:13
Cyclones force three-and-out, but roughing the kicker penalty gives Arkansas State new life
Marcus Neal made a huge play in the backfield to force a big loss on first down, and Arkansas State never got back on track.
But a roughing the kicker penalty on Drew Surges gave Arkansas State 15 free yards and a new set of downs.
Cyclones try wildcat run, lose yardage on third down
Iowa State has tried a couple of direct snaps, and on third down in Arkansas State territory, the Cyclones went full-on wildcat. A snap to Abu Sama led to a two-yard loss, and a shanked kick by Kyle Konrardy leaves Iowa State without a score.
Arkansas State takes over at its own 30 with 8:52 to go in the half. ISU leads, 9-3.
Iowa State TE Tyler Moore steps up in Gabe Burkle's absence
With Burkle sidelined, it's been Tyler Moore's time to shine. The Cyclone tight end has two catches for 58 yards, and there's still 11:20 to play in the first half.
Arkansas State cuts into lead with field goal
A 45-yard boot split the uprights, so it's 9-3 in favor of Iowa State with 13:11 to go in the first half.
Jace Gilbert nearly kept the Red Wolves off the board. The Cyclone defensive lineman hit Jaylen Raynor and forced a fumble, but Raynor jumped back on the loose ball.
Arkansas State scoring drive: 8 plays, 55 yards, 4:18
End of first quarter: Iowa State 9, Arkansas State 0
A couple of nice passes by Jaylen Raynor have put Arkansas State in Iowa State territory.
Still, Iowa State is in control. Becht has 69 passing yards and Carson Hansen has 68 rushing yards, so it's bene a balanced attack for the ISU offense.
Cyclones tack on touchdown to extend lead
A 31-yard catch and run by tight end Tyler Moore, followed shortly after by a 38-yard rush by Carson Hansen, got Iowa State to the goal line.
Rocco Becht took a sack on second down, but he made up for it one play later. The Cyclone QB scrambled down the right sideline on third down and extended the ball over the pylon for the touchdown.
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Kyle Konrardy's PAT was missed, so it'll be 9-0.
Iowa State scoring drive: 7 plays, 91 plays, 3:58
Arkansas State punts, pins Iowa State deep
Arkansas State moved the ball on a 34-yard pass over the middle, but that was about all the Red Wolves could muster.
Their punt was fair caught at the Iowa State 9, so the Cyclones will face a long field ahead. It's still 3-0, Iowa State, with 6:31 to go.
Iowa State scores first on Kyle Konrardy field goal
Iowa State moved the ball through the air on that series, but a third down pass fell incomplete.
Kyle Konrardy drilled the 41-yard kick to get ISU on the board.
Iowa State scoring drive: 10 plays, 52 yards, 4:10
Cyclones force a punt
A nice pass breakup by Jamison Patton on third down forced Arkansas State to punt it right back.
Iowa State will begin its second series at its own 25.
Iowa State offense goes three-and-out
It's an 0-for-3 start for Rocco Becht. A deep shot to Brett Eskildsen on the opening play nearly created some fireworks, but it fell incomplete.
Gabe Burkle out for Saturday's game
One of Iowa State's starting tight ends will miss today's game with a groin injury.
Iowa State to receive opening kickoff
The Cyclone offense will take the field first.
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Here's what else to know about the game.
How to watch and stream Iowa State football at Arkansas State
- When: 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13
- Where: Centennial Bank Stadium, Jonesboro, Arkansas
- TV: ESPN2
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Game day weather forecast
It's going to be hot and sunny Saturday in Jonesboro, Arkansas, with a high of 97 degrees.
The Cyclones are 1-0 all-time against Arkansas State. The previous game in the series happened just last year.
Iowa State took down Arkansas State, 52-7, on Sept. 21 last year. Rocco Becht threw for 204 yards and a pair of touchdowns while Carson Hansen scored twice on the ground. Four different ISU players scored rushing touchdowns as the Cyclones used the second half to work in some backups.
Arkansas State is 1-1 this year. The Red Wolves lost last week to Arkansas, 56-14.
Arkansas State went 8-5 last season, including a 5-3 record in the Sun Belt Conference and a victory in the 68 Ventures Bowl against Bowling Green. The program is led by Butch Jones, a former head coach at Tennessee.
Jones, now in his fifth year at the helm, has improved the team each year. The Red Wolves went 2-10 in his first year and made a bowl game in his third season, finally improving to 8 wins a year ago.
Dual-threat QB Jaylen Raynor has accounted for four passing touchdowns this season and 470 yards through the air. He is also the team's third-leading rusher at 55 yards. Raynor threw for 16 touchdowns last year as a sophomore.
He was not particularly effective against Iowa State a year ago. The Cyclones held him to 5-for-16 passing for 68 yards and two interceptions.
Defensively, Arkansas State allowed Arkansas to rush for 321 yards last week.
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As of Thursday, Iowa State is favored by 20.5 points, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. The total for the game is set at 55.5 points.
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