(Learfield Sports) — After an 8-5 record and a bowl victory expectations are high at Iowa State as the Cyclones open preseason practice today (Friday). Matt Campbell begins his third season on the sideline and the Cyclones open at home on September first against South Dakota State. (Click on the left side of the audio bar to listen)

Campbell says there is always a sense of urgency when practice begins.

Campbell says there will be plenty of position battles and most notably on offense it is in the offensive line where the Cyclones have added depth.

On defense there will be battles at linebacker and safety.