This interstate matchup between Iowa and Iowa State is a heated rivalry but it's hard to get a win in Ames so lean to the home team who are better on both sides of the ball, especially at home. Iowa has struggled on the road this season and will be at a disadvantage in this game. The Cyclones put it all together in this game to get the win and cover.

Iowa are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games. Iowa are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games on the road. Iowa are 1-9 SU in their last 10 games when playing on the road against Iowa State. Iowa State are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games. Iowa State are 17-3 SU in their last 20 games at home. Iowa State are 9-1 SU in their last 10 games when playing at home against Iowa.

Best bet: lay the points with Iowa State.