An opening third of the regular season that began in Ireland comes to an end this weekend for 14th ranked Iowa State as the Cyclones visit Arkansas State. The Cyclones are a three touchdown favorite against a Red Wolves squad they beat 52-7 a year ago in Ames.

That’s sophomore defensive back Marcus Neal. With a win the Cyclones will take a 4-0 record into a bye week.

Neal knows Arkansas State will be motivated by the chance to host a ranked team out of a power four conference.

Sophomore receiver Brett Eskildsen says they are not taking Arkansas State lightly.

Running back Abu Sama says the Cyclones are not focused on what is ahead.

Sama says they are only focused on the next challenge.