Iowa State heads to Arizona looking to bounce back, the Jared Benko era begins in Ames, and Cyclone basketball gets its first preseason test. Chris Williams and Brent Blum break down the biggest storylines surrounding Iowa State athletics on Williams & Blum.The guys examine Iowa State’s exhibition loss to Creighton, why they aren’t overreacting to the result, and what the game revealed about the Cyclones’ new roster. They discuss the team’s athleticism, rebounding potential, offensive adjustments, and the players who stood out.Plus, a deep preview of Iowa State football’s road matchup with Arizona. Chris and Brent discuss how the Cyclones can generate more offense after the BYU loss, whether fresh faces could make an impact, and why pressure on quarterback Noah Fifita could be critical against a dangerous Wildcats offense.The show also dives into the new direction of Cyclone Athletics under Jared Benko and President David Cook, the importance of retaining Iowa State’s roster in the NIL era, and what the transition means for the program’s future.Finally, the guys break down the biggest Big 12 games of the week and make their picks.Williams & Blum presented by Mechdyne.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices