The Bearcats of Cincinnati are making headlines again, tearing through the Big 12 with a recent victory over No. 14 Iowa State, clinching a 38-30 win in what was considered a rocky game for the Cyclones. LOCAL12 reports that Cincinnati's explosive 17-point first quarter was pivotal, setting the pace and leaving Iowa State scrambling to catch up. Quarterback Brendan Sorsby chucked for 214 yards, including an impressive 82-yard touchdown pass to Caleb Goodie, securing the team’s longest pass play in a decade.
Evan Pryor was not to be overlooked, as he dashed through Iowa State’s defenses for 111 yards and two touchdowns. According to a statement obtained by CBS Sports, Bearcats coach Scott Satterfield praised Pryor, describing his performance as akin to "beast mode" and expressing a light-hearted wish for the running back to repeat whatever he ate for his pregame meal. The Cyclones made a late push in the game but failed to overturn Cincinnati’s early dominance, finding some energy too late in the encounter.
On the Cyclones' side, quarterback Rocco Becht did manage to put up impressive numbers, passing for 314 yards and amassing a total of four touchdowns, two passing and two rushing. However, Iowa State's efforts were hampered by a series of unfortunate events. As noted by LOCAL12, the team, typically known for their discipline, incurred five penalties in the first half alone, creating openings that Cincinnati capitalized on swiftly.
Moreover, injuries plagued the Cyclones as they entered the game with a disadvantage, missing 16 key players, including their top two kickers and standout defensive backs Jeremiah Cooper and Jontez Williams. "It affected our decisions but we prepared for it," Iowa State coach Matt Campbell told CBS Sports, reflecting a resilience in the face of adversity. The Cyclones moved on to a challenging game at Colorado next, while Cincinnati aimed to continue their momentum against UCF the following Saturday, as gleaned from coverage by FOX Sports.
The win has Cincinnati fans and players hoping for recognition in the upcoming AP poll, given their rally since the season opener against Nebraska, as reported by CBS Sports. With a strong record so far and an offense that is increasingly looking unstoppable, the Bearcats are shaping up to be a team to watch as the season progresses.
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