The Wiz of Odds

Iowa State's Rhoads Goes to the Top of the Class

There are only a handful of coaches who can match the gift for gab possessed by Iowa State's Paul Rhoads. Here Rhoads speaks to a College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Dean's Leadership class.

Thanks to Bill.

Iowa State

Iowa State's poster schedule has a background image that won't go over well in Stillwater, Okla. A sea of cardinal and gold filled the field at Jack Trice Stadium after the Cyclones stunned Oklahoma State, 37-31 in overtime, before a national TV audience last November. Iowa State's victory ruined Oklahoma State's hopes for playing in the Bowl Championship Series title game. The teams meet again on Oct. 20 in Stillwater.

Thanks to Mary.

Rutgers Has Finishing Touch in Win Over Iowa State

Wiz correspondent Greg Laughlin make the trek to New York City for Friday's Pinstripe Bowl between Iowa State and Rutgers. The Scarlet Knights fell behind early, then turned it on and smoked the Cyclones, 27-13.

There are more photos after the jump, and you can view Greg's full gallery by clicking here.

Iowa (State) Boys Video

The stuff that appears on the Internet after a big win. Iowa State players Josh Lenz, A.J. Klein and Jake Knott — all juniors — and former Cyclone Beau Blankenship made this video for a team talent competition when they were freshmen.

Iowa State Locker Room After Upset of Oklahoma State

Iowa State's Paul Rhoads addresses his team after the Cyclones stunned No. 2 Oklahoma State, 37-31, in double overtime on Friday night in Ames. It's being called the greatest victory in the history of the program.

Of course, there was one person who knew before Friday that the Cowboys weren't BCS title game worthy, and he was called an idiot by Oklahoma State fans. When do I get my written apology, Cowboy Nation?

Iowa State Is 3-0 for First Time Since 2005

Wiz correspondent Greg Laughlin made his way to Rentschler Field in East Hartford, Conn., Friday night for the matchup between Iowa State and Connecticut. The Cyclones stumbled early before rallying for a 24-20 victory over the reigning Big East champions.

There are more photos after the jump, and you can view Greg's full gallery by clicking here.