Utes Look to Roll Past Cyclones in Big 12 Debut

The Utes bring the highest-scoring offense in the Big 12 (47.3 points per game) to face a Cyclones defense that ranks second nationally, allowing just 226.3 yards per game. Led by quarterback Devon Dampier, Utah averages 230 passing yards and two touchdowns per game. afrikasportnews.co.za

Iowa State's offense has struggled, ranking last in the Big 12 in total yards (355) and passing yards (151.3). The prediction favors Utah to cover the 8.5-point spread in their first conference game away from Salt Lake City.