Iowa State football finished the regular season with an 8-4 record after Saturday's win over Oklahoma State.
A 5-0 start had the Cyclones dreaming of a Big 12 title and a ticket to the College Football Playoff, but a midseason four-game losing skid ended those hopes. Still, the team didn't waver and finished the regular season with three straight wins to go into bowl season with momentum.
Here's a look at the latest bowl game destinations for the Cyclones as of Dec. 5, who Iowa State might face and where the contest would be held. More: Get the Cyclone Insider newsletter delivered to your email
Iowa State football bowl/postseason projections
The Athletic: Iowa State vs. Minnesota in the Rate Bowl (Dec. 26, Phoenix, Arizona)
Jerry Palm/CBS Sports : Iowa State vs. Missouri in the

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