Iowa State vs. Baylor Short Report | Oct 28, 2023
McLane Stadium
Waco, TX
Oct 28, 2023
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Game Recap
The Iowa State Cyclones emerged victorious over the Baylor Bears with a final score of 30-18 in a thrilling contest in Waco. Iowa State showcased its prowess early, with quarterback Rocco Becht opening the scoring by connecting with Jayden Higgins for an 18-yard touchdown within the first quarter. The Cyclones maintained their lead throughout the game, capitalizing on both offensive and special teams execution.
Despite a spirited second-half rally from the Baylor Bears, highlighted by Blake Shapen's 69-yard touchdown pass to Monaray Baldwin, the Cyclones' balanced attack, led by Rocco Becht and the ground game, proved too formidable. The special teams also made their presence felt, with Chase Contreraz nailing crucial field goals to put the game out of reach. Ultimately, Iowa State's efficient and resilient performance kept them in the race for the Big 12 title.
Key Plays:
Rocco Becht (Iowa State Cyclones)
Becht found Jayden Higgins on a perfectly executed 18-yard touchdown pass, immediately seizing momentum for the Cyclones and energizing their sideline.
Chase Contreraz (Iowa State Cyclones)
Contreraz nailed a 42-yard field goal, putting Iowa State up 10-0 and showcasing the importance of having a reliable kicker in high-pressure situations.
Cartevious Norton (Iowa State Cyclones)
Norton bulldozed his way into the end zone for a 1-yard touchdown, reinforcing the Cyclones' first-half dominance.
Dawson Pendergrass (Baylor Bears)
Pendergrass scored on an 8-yard run, but the missed PAT by Isaiah Hankins left Baylor trailing 17-6 at halftime.
Cartevious Norton (Iowa State Cyclones)
Norton delivered a highlight 49-yard touchdown run, breaking through the defense and extending the Cyclones' lead to 24-6.
Blake Shapen (Baylor Bears)
Shapen connected with Monaray Baldwin for a 69-yard touchdown, but the failed two-point conversion kept momentum dampened for Baylor.
Dawson Pendergrass (Baylor Bears)
Pendergrass added a second rushing touchdown with a 5-yard effort, closing the gap but failing another two-point try.
Chase Contreraz (Iowa State Cyclones)
Contreraz capped the scoring with a 25-yard field goal, ensuring the Cyclones' 30-18 win.
Standout Players:
Rocco Becht (Iowa State Cyclones, QB)
Becht's composed leadership was evident as he completed 19 of 31 passes for 238 yards and a crucial early touchdown, establishing tempo and confidence for Iowa State's offense.
Cartevious Norton (Iowa State Cyclones, RB)
Norton was instrumental in the ground game, amassing 58 rushing yards on 10 carries and notching two pivotal touchdowns, including a game-changing 49-yard score.
Blake Shapen (Baylor Bears, QB)
Shapen showed his mettle with 239 passing yards on 24 of 41 attempts, highlighted by a spectacular 69-yard touchdown pass that sparked Baylor's rally attempt.
Monaray Baldwin (Baylor Bears, WR)
Baldwin was a bright spot for the Bears, recording six receptions for 117 yards and a touchdown, showcasing his playmaking ability with a 69-yard scoring grab.
Chase Contreraz (Iowa State Cyclones, K)
Contreraz provided clutch performance on special teams, converting three field goals, including a critical 45-yarder that secured the Cyclones' momentum.
References:
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Iowa State Cyclones vs. Baylor Bears - Final Score - October 28, 2023 | FOX Sports
Recap: Iowa State football beats Baylor to keep pace in Big 12
Football vs Baylor on 10/28/2023 - Box Score - Iowa State University Athletics
Iowa State Cyclones vs. Baylor Bears Live Score and Stats - October 28, 2023 Gametracker - CBSSports.com
Iowa State tops Baylor in Waco
Football recap vs. ISU
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