BEST MATCHUP

Iowa State Cyclones vs. No. 4 TCU Horned Frogs

When — 4 p.m. Where — Amon G. Carter Stadium TV — Fox

Beyond the overall records and conference standings, this is the Big 12's top defense against its best offense and a matchup of teams on opposite sides of single-score games. The Cyclones wrap up their first losing season since 2016, coach Matt Campbell's first season. Six of their Big 12 losses are by a touchdown or less (24 combined points, four a game) They have allowed only 16.5 points and 277 total yards a game overall. The Horned Frogs average 39.5 points and 482 total yards a game, and four of their league wins have been by no more than a touchdown.