The TCU Horned Frogs are set to host the Iowa State Cyclones in a crucial matchup on Saturday, November 8, at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas. This game is particularly significant for both teams, as they strive to secure vital wins for their respective seasons.
Currently, TCU holds a record of 6-2 overall and 3-2 in the Big 12, while Iowa State stands at 5-4 with a 2-4 conference record. The Horned Frogs recently overcame a tough loss to the Appalachian State Mountaineers, but now face a formidable challenge against the Cyclones, who are looking to end a four-game losing streak.
Historically, TCU has the upper hand in their series with Iowa State, leading 9-6 all-time. However, the Cyclones have been a thorn in TCU”s side, winning five out of the last seven encounters. The consensus among our staff is that the Horned Frogs will emerge victorious, although we anticipate a close contest, with an average predicted score margin of just seven points.
Our predictions indicate a potentially high-scoring game, with an average total score forecasted to exceed 54 points. Brett Gibbons continues to lead our prediction leaderboard with a record of 7-1, while ten other staff members closely follow at 6-2.
The following are our staff predictions for the TCU versus Iowa State game:
- Andrew Bauhs (5-3) – TCU 23-21
- Barry Lewis (5-3) – TCU 31-27
- Brett Gibbons (7-1, four closest predictions) – TCU 31-24
- Carson Wersal (6-2, one closest prediction) – TCU 24-20
- Davis Wilson (6-2) – TCU 24-17
- Ian Napetian (5-3) – TCU 31-24
- JD Andress (6-2; two closest predictions) – TCU 34-21
- Mac Walters (6-2) – TCU 42-28
- Nate Cross (6-2) – TCU 38-35
- Nick Girimonte (6-2) – TCU 32-25
- Ryann Zeller (6-2) – TCU 31-21
- Ryder Solberg (6-2, one closest prediction) – no prediction for Week 11
- Seth Dowdle (1-2) – TCU 31-24
- Tori Couch (6-2) – TCU 27-20
- Zion Trammell (6-2) – TCU 31-24
Fans are encouraged to share their thoughts on the predicted outcomes and final scores. The game will kick off at 2:30 PM CT and will be broadcast on FOX.
