AMES — In the buildup leading into Iowa State football's season-opener against Kansas State in Ireland, at times, it felt like coach Matt Campbell spent more time navigating logistics and trying to establish normalcy for his team rather than game-planning.

There was more concern for the effects of post-international travel and the potential impact on an early-season schedule that included four games in consecutive weeks, with two rivalry matchups and a road game.

So, how did Iowa State football handle playing a Week 0 game in Dublin, Ireland, and the effects of post-international travel?

The 3-0 Cyclones appear to be in good shape, but if you ask Campbell, there isn't a conclusive answer for that question just yet.

"We've got a great opportunity to grow forward and show our t

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