Pick and Preview: Iowa State opens Big 12 play vs. No. 15 Utah
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The Iowa State preview reports Utah with a blitz rate approaching 50% through the first three games of 2026 under Colton Swan. Utah then held Utah State to 188 yards and 3.5 yards per play, recording four sacks, including 1.5 by Cyrus Polu. The figures describe observed pressure frequency and results, not a promised blitz rate against Iowa State.
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Utah defensive tackle Jireh Moe recorded a career-high eight tackles, two tackles for loss and his first sack of 2026 against Arkansas, according to the Iowa State preview. This supplies a concrete interior-defender performance within Utah's early-season defense; it does not announce a new starting assignment, rotation change or guaranteed production in Ames.
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