Arizona Wildcats vs. Iowa State Cyclones: 2025 Week 5 Recap

Quick answer

Iowa State Cyclones defeated Arizona Wildcats 39–14 in Week 5, 2025. Final score: Arizona Wildcats 14, Iowa State Cyclones 39.

Game summary

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

Team	Q1	Q2	Q3	Q4	Final
Arizona Wildcats	0	6	6	0	14
Iowa State Cyclones	6	12	12	3	39

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

• Benjamin Brahmer (Iowa State) — 45.0 yds · +3.25 EPA/play +3.25 EPA
• Rocco Becht (Iowa State) — 264.0 yds · -0.03 EPA/play -0.56 EPA
• Connor Moberly (Iowa State) — 0.0 yds · -0.77 EPA/play -0.76 EPA

Rushing

• Carson Hansen (Iowa State) — 63.0 yds · 2 TD +0.09 EPA
• Ismail Mahdi (Arizona) — 85.0 yds +0.14 EPA
• Abu Sama III (Iowa State) — 26.0 yds -0.36 EPA

Receiving

• Kris Hutson (Arizona) — 6 rec · 67.0 yds +0.73 EPA
• Chris Hunter (Arizona) — 6 rec · 65.0 yds +0.19 EPA
• Chase Sowell (Iowa State) — 4 rec · 146.0 yds +1.94 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

Player	Team	Att	Cmp%	Yds	TD	EPA/play	Total EPA
Benjamin Brahmer	Iowa State	1	100.0%	45	0	+3.25	+3.25
Rocco Becht	Iowa State	22	63.6%	264	0	-0.03	-0.56
Connor Moberly	Iowa State	1	0.0%	0	0	-0.77	-0.76
Noah Fifita	Arizona	50	66.0%	312	2	-0.10	-5.27

Team EPA comparison

Stat	Arizona	Iowa State
Plays	73	69
EPA / play	-0.066	+0.012
Total EPA	-4.83	+0.83
Success rate	50.7%	47.8%
Pass EPA / play	-0.105	+0.080
Rush EPA / play	+0.019	-0.024
Yards	428	439

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

Qtr	Offense	Plays	Yards	EPA	Result
Q1	Arizona	9	50	+0.68	Missed FG
Q1	Iowa State	9	72	+5.74	Rush TD
Q1	Arizona	3	8	-1.72	Punt
Q1	Iowa State	6	20	-0.91	Punt
Q1	Arizona	3	4	-1.90	Punt
Q1	Iowa State	6	23	+1.73	Rush TD
Q2	Arizona	5	13	-2.17	Punt
Q2	Iowa State	6	27	-0.82	Punt
Q2	Arizona	7	81	-3.42	Interception
Q2	Iowa State	4	30	+3.19	Rush TD
Q2	Arizona	12	69	+6.63	Pass TD
Q2	Iowa State	2	-1	-0.87	Ended
Q3	Iowa State	7	75	+5.21	Rush TD
Q3	Arizona	6	24	+0.50	Ended
Q3	Iowa State	3	44	+2.73	Rush TD
Q3	Arizona	12	74	+7.80	Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

1. Q4 · Iowa State Cyclones · Rocco Becht pass intercepted (-9.41 EPA)
2. Q4 · Arizona Wildcats · Noah Fifita pass intercepted (-6.34 EPA)
3. Q2 · Arizona Wildcats · Noah Fifita pass intercepted (-5.91 EPA)
4. Q4 · Iowa State Cyclones · Rocco Becht pass intercepted (-5.68 EPA)
5. Q2 · Iowa State Cyclones · Rocco Becht pass to Chase Sowell for 32 yards (3rd & 11) (+3.84 EPA)
6. Q1 · Iowa State Cyclones · Rocco Becht pass to Chase Sowell for 43 yards (2nd & 7) (+3.67 EPA)
7. Q3 · Arizona Wildcats · Noah Fifita pass to Kris Hutson for 31 yards (2nd & 10) (+3.63 EPA)
8. Q4 · Arizona Wildcats · Noah Fifita pass intercepted (-3.54 EPA)

Key takeaways

• Iowa State Cyclones controlled the final (39–14) in Week 5.
• Passing edge: Benjamin Brahmer (Iowa State) — 45.0 yds.
• EPA edge: Iowa State at 0.012 EPA/play.
• Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Arizona Wildcats vs Iowa State Cyclones?

Arizona Wildcats 14, Iowa State Cyclones 39 in Week 5 of the 2025 college football season.

Who won Arizona Wildcats vs Iowa State Cyclones?

Iowa State Cyclones won with a final score of 14–39.

Where can I find the Arizona Wildcats vs Iowa State Cyclones box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401756904.

Who led Arizona Wildcats vs Iowa State Cyclones in passing?

Benjamin Brahmer (Iowa State) led passers with 45.0 yards.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Arizona Wildcats at Iowa State Cyclones in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.