GLENDALE, Ariz. The season was about work and determination.
As Iowa State moved its way through the pandemic, the Cyclones had to endure sacrifice, hardship and, yes, failure as they put together a season that is unrivaled in program history.
At the end of it, though, the Cyclones reached the Fiesta Bowl, which proved to be a party to celebrate all that had been achieved.
No. 12 Iowa State won its first appearance in a New Year’s Six bowl, defeating Oregon 34-17 at State Farm Stadium to put the finishing touches on the best season the school has seen.
Their 9-3 record matches the program-best for wins in a season while giving the Cyclones their most significant bowl win.