Iowa State defense shines over up-and-down offense

AMES (AP) — The buzz surrounding Iowa State’s ever-changing quarterback situation has obscured the most important development yet for the Cyclones.

They’ve played excellent defense so far.

Iowa State (5-3, 2-3 Big 12) is closing in on its third bowl bid in four years heading into Saturday’s game against No. 14 Oklahoma (5-2, 3-1) because it has played strong defense in a league full of offense.

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