No. 18 Iowa State secured a thrilling victory over No. 15 Miami in the Pop-Tarts Bowl, capping off their historic season with a 42-41 win. Rocco Becht's one-yard touchdown run on fourth-and-goal with just 56 seconds left sealed the victory for the Cyclones.
Becht showcased his talent with 270 passing yards and three touchdowns, leading Iowa State to their best season in school history with an impressive 11-2 record. This season marked a significant milestone for the Cyclones, who had never won more than nine games in a single year prior to this remarkable achievement.
