IOWA CITY — Iowa and Iowa state renew their rivalry on Saturday. The 2025 edition of the CyHawk rivalry will be the 72 nd meeting between the two programs.

The Hawkeyes (1-0, 0-0 Big Ten) lead the all-time series 47-24, but the No. 16 Cyclones (2-0, 1-0 Big 12) are looking for their first win at home in the rivalry since 2011 and first back-to-back wins since 2011-12.

As the rivalry takes over discussion across the state, coaches at both programs took the opportunity to discuss what makes the matchup unique compared to other college football rivalries.

On Tuesday, Iowa State head coach Matt Campbell highlighted the game’s spot on the schedule. As a week two matchup, both teams can gain or lose significant momentum depending on the outcome of the game.

“First and foremost, it is a gre

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