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Wildcats Fall 24-21 Against Iowa State - Game Recap

The Cyclones grabbed a Week 1 victory over the Wildcats on Saturday, winning 24-21 at Aviva Stadium.

Iowa State was the ATS victor, as they covered the +3.0-point spread as an underdog. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 51.5 were rewarded at the payout window.

Carson Hansen rushed for 71 yards, while Abu Sama III added 43 yards in the win. Brett Eskildsen and Benjamin Brahmer added 46 and 41 receiving yards respectively.

Joe Jackson rushed for 51 yards for Kansas State, while Jayce Brown added 29 yards. Avery Johnson threw for 273 yards for the Wildcats, while receivers Jayce Brown and Jerand Bradley had 78 and 75 yards respectively.

Kansas State outgained Iowa State 383-313 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 19-13 by the Cyclones.

The time of possession battle favored Iowa State as their offense was on the field for 33:52, longer than the 26:08 of their opponents.

Iowa State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against South Dakota. Kansas State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. North Dakota.