2007: 3-9 overall, 2-6 in Big 12Head of the Class – Oklahoma and Texas are gone from Iowa State’s schedule, so they have a little more breathing room in conference this season, even after surprising with two wins in the league last year. Iowa State also gets all of the tough foes coming to them this year, which could bode well for an upset. Don’t count out Iowa State from being better than last year and getting a win that makes you scratch your head.Underachievers – Austen Arnaud takes over for four-year starter Bret Meyer at quarterback, which could be a big question mark for the offense. Arnaud has some speed, and Chizik plans to take advantage of his versatility to shake up the game plan. If Arnaud quickly comes of age, he could be one of the best stories in the league this season especially behind a veteran offensive line.Academic Suspension – Iowa State doesn’t yet have the talent to compete week after week in the Big XII. While they make get a couple more upsets this season, the Cyclones are more likely to go winless in the league than end up .500.
Bold Prediction: Oklahoma runs the table and plays an undefeated Missouri team in the Big XII title game in what will be the most touted conference championship, and will move on to play for all the marbles against a team from the SEC…and win. --Ben Miraski
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