Iowa State Cyclones Playoffs 2026
Iowa State Cyclones 2026 playoff page. The Iowa State are 4-5, 13th in the Big 12 with a +3 point differential and a 1-game losing streak.
Last time out they lost to the Baylor Bears 31-42 on the road. Next up: home to the Cincinnati Bearcats (5-4) on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.519 record, including 0 games against teams currently in playoff position.
Iowa State Playoff Outlook
Last game
L 31-42 at 
Baylor Bears
· Week 1
Next game
vs 
Cincinnati Bearcats (5-4)
· Week 1
Remaining schedule
3 games left · opponents’ record 0.519 · 0 vs current playoff teams
Big 12 Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Utah Utes | 9-0 | 5-0 | +192 | W5 |
| 2 |  Texas Tech Red Raiders | 8-1 | 3-1 | +121 | W2 |
| 3 |  Arizona Wildcats | 7-2 | 2-1 | +129 | W1 |
| 4 |  Houston Cougars | 7-2 | 2-1 | +127 | W1 |
| 5 |  Brigham Young Cougars | 7-2 | 1-2 | +101 | L1 |
| 6 |  Oklahoma State Cowboys | 6-3 | 2-2 | +150 | W1 |
| 7 | Baylor Bears | 6-3 | 2-2 | +134 | W2 |
| 8 |  UCF Knights | 5-4 | 2-1 | +37 | W1 |
| 9 |  West Virginia Mountaineers | 5-4 | 2-1 | +24 | L1 |
| 10 |  Arizona State Sun Devils | 5-4 | 2-2 | +10 | W1 |
| 11 | Cincinnati Bearcats | 5-4 | 1-3 | +32 | L2 |
| 12 |  TCU Horned Frogs | 4-5 | 2-2 | +72 | L1 |
| 13 | Iowa State Cyclones | 4-5 | 1-2 | +3 | L1 |
| 14 |  Kansas State Wildcats | 4-5 | 1-3 | +41 | L3 |
| 15 |  Colorado Buffaloes | 3-6 | 1-3 | -77 | L1 |
| 16 |  Kansas Jayhawks | 3-6 | 1-4 | +42 | L2 |
Season Trend
Iowa State Playoff Push: 2026 Schedule and Results
| Wk | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at Arizona | 7-2 | L 3-39 | |
| 1 | vs Oklahoma State | 6-3 | W 51-49 | |
| 1 | at Baylor | 6-3 | L 31-42 | |
| 1 | vs Cincinnati | 5-4 | ||
| 1 | at UCF | 5-4 | ||
| 1 | vs Kansas State | 4-5 |
This Iowa State Cyclones playoffs page refreshes after every Iowa State game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the Big 12 playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Iowa State Cyclones playoffs FAQ
Are the Iowa State Cyclones in the 2026 playoffs?
No, they have been eliminated from the 2026 playoffs.
What seed would the Iowa State be?
They are outside the six playoff spots in the Big 12 today.
Who leads the Big 12?
Utah Utes (9-0); the Iowa State are 13th.
When is the next Iowa State game?
Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST, home to the Cincinnati Bearcats.
How hard is the Iowa State remaining schedule?
3 games left against opponents with a combined 0.519 record; 0 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Iowa State clinch a playoff spot?
Win the Big 12, or finish with one of the five best records among Big 12 non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the Iowa State record at home and on the road?
1-0 at home, 0-2 away; 1-2 in the division and 1-2 in the half.