The Iowa State football team lost 24-17 at Colorado on Saturday in a Big 12 Conference matchup.

Matt Campbell's team is now 5-2 overall and 2-2 in the Big 12 entering a bye week.

In the video above, Cyclones columnist Travis Hines offers up some instant analysis from the Cyclones' latest setback.

The No. 21 Cyclones lost a back-and-forth battle to Colorado (3-4, 1-3). It was the Buffaloes' first conference win of the season and their first win over a ranked opponent since coach Deion Sanders' debut victory over TCU on Sept. 2, 2023.

Iowa State seemed to lose momentum after a flag was thrown in the end zone for an apparent defensive pass interference was picked up, and the Cyclones had the ball picked off on the same play. Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cros

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