Iowa State’s current ranking at No. 14 is a glaring misstep by the pollsters. While it acknowledges their strong start, it fails to recognize the quality and difficulty of their victories. The Cyclones have assembled a resume that is not just good, but elite, proving they belong firmly in the top 10. Their three wins to open the season—against South Dakota, a rival Iowa team, and a ranked Kansas State squad—tell a story of a team ready to compete at the highest level.The season began with a dominant 55-7 victory over South Dakota, but it was the next two
