Iowa State vs. Iowa Prediction: Cyclones Look to Snap Six-Game Losing Streak to Hawkeyes

Iowa State and Iowa renew their in-state rivalry in Kinnick Stadium this weekend. Iowa won last year's game 27-17. The Hawkeyes converted four ISU turnovers into 20 points.

Iowa State is looking to break a six-game losing streak to Hawkeyes.

Iowa State won their season opener last week against FCS Southeast Missouri State 42-10. The Cyclones will face a more difficult defense on Saturday. Iowa's defense outscored the Hawkeyes' opponent last time, South Dakota State, 7-3.

Iowa's offense struggled last week, while the defense was very good. Iowa's quarterback Spencer Petras completed only 11 of his 26 pass attempts for 109 yards and an interception. The Cyclones have an underrated pass rush, led by Will McDonald IV. McDonald has 11.5 sacks in 13 games for the Cyclone in 2021.

Iowa has won six straight games against Iowa State. Oddsmakers are skeptical about Iowa's chances this time. Iowa will force Iowa to make too many mistakes to win.