Iowa State TE Gabe Burkle previews Iowa

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September 4th, 2025 by Ric Hanson

Iowa State tight end Gabe Burkle says expect the unexpected on Saturday when the 16th ranked Cyclones host Iowa in the 72nd meeting in the series. The home team hasn’t won in this series since 2018.

If there is a major advantage for ISU it may be at quarterback. Cyclone junior Rocco Becht is completing 69 percent of his throws and has five touchdowns. In the last two seasons he has been at his best with the game on the line.

Burkle says Becht gives the entire offense confidence.