If Iowa State football wanted to make a statement coming out of its second bye week of the season, the Cyclones certainly did.

Hosting a daunting opponent, undefeated No. 10 BYU , and hoping to break a two-game losing streak, ISU came out of the gates firing as quarterback Rocco Becht connected with Brett Eskildsen on a 75-yard touchdown pass on the first offensive play of the game.

It was the longest pass and catch of the season for both players and ignited the Jack Trice Stadium crowd.

Unfortunately for the Cyclones , however, the Cougars responded quickly with a touchdown drive of their own to tie the game, 7-7.

Early indications are this could be an exciting shootout. Need a news break? Check out the all new PLAY hub with puzzles, games and more!

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