Dominant

CSJ staff were genuinely nervous about the match-up with Arizona, as the chaotic defense and mobile quarterback cranked up our fears of the unknown. 

Yet we found ourselves unsure of what to do with our hands in the second half as the Cyclones finished a 39-14 manhandling of the Wildcats. We can only recall conference wins of that ease over teams that were about to fire their coaches, not ones expected to be bowl-eligible. 

The game was won in the trenches, where Iowa State was clearly stronger, and reset the point of attach on most plays. Again, something we are not used to seeing.

Here's hoping the solid play continues in the 'Nati.