I took Iowa in this one. Both teams played below their ability last week, but Northern Iowa is a pretty darned good I-AA team. They could beat a lot of DI teams. North Dakota State is a decent enough I-AA, but a pretty good notch below Northern Iowa.
If the teams both play like they're capable of, Iowa has the talent advantage over the Cyclones. In a rivalry game, though, there are just so many intangibles you never know for sure how it's going to turn out. Still, I like my chances with the Hawkeyes well enough, but I wouldn't break the budget to load up a bet on either side.
If the teams both play like they're capable of, Iowa has the talent advantage over the Cyclones. In a rivalry game, though, there are just so many intangibles you never know for sure how it's going to turn out. Still, I like my chances with the Hawkeyes well enough, but I wouldn't break the budget to load up a bet on either side.
Iowa is always favored in this game. Hawkeyes typically spend a lot of time reading their press clippings and preseason ratings. The game last week against UNI should keep Iowa from coming into Ames overconfident as they always do.
However, if Iowa doesn't get a pass rush any better than against UNI then Austin Arnaud and the spread offense will pick them apart. ISU has the better kicking game - points are a plus. This is an "even" game in Ames. Don't see how Iowa can control this game, they're overrated.
However, if Iowa doesn't get a pass rush any better than against UNI then Austin Arnaud and the spread offense will pick them apart. ISU has the better kicking game - points are a plus. This is an "even" game in Ames. Don't see how Iowa can control this game, they're overrated.
