The current betting line favoring the unranked Iowa State Cyclones over the No. 11, undefeated BYU Cougars is one of the most surprising twists in college football this week. On paper, a 7-0 BYU team, fresh off a thrilling victory against its bitter rival, should be the clear BYU vs Iowa State betting line favorite. However, a deeper dive into the contextual factors suggests why oddsmakers have given the advantage to the Cyclones. Chief among these is the scheduling disparity: Iowa State is returning home to Jack Trice Stadium following a crucial bye week, providing them with two full
