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the 'return' of josh lenz Dubuque Hempstead product Josh Lenz, a true freshman at Iowa State, may return punts for the Cyclones this season, starting with tonight's opener. ISU coach Paul Rhoads has already indicated Lenz will likely play in some capacity tonight, and media reports out of Ames suggest Lenz will be the Cyclones' No. 1 punt returner. "Coming in here and being able to return punts for Iowa State is pretty neat," Lenz told the Des Moines Register. "I wouldn't say I'm scared; I actually think it's pretty cool." Telegraph Herald iowa state vs. north dakota state What's at Stake For new coach Paul Rhoads, a convincing win over an FCS school like North Dakota State would give the Cyclones some confidence heading into next week's showdown with rival Iowa. Key Matchup Iowa State's defensive front seven vs. North Dakota State's offensive line. The Cyclones are experienced but undersized at defensive line and linebacker. If Iowa State can't get pressure on Bison QB Nick Mertens, then how will they expect to do against Big 12 foes? North Dakota State's offensive line is a big one for an FCS school, with all five projected starters over 6 feet and 300 pounds. Players to watch North Dakota State: RB Pat Paschall. The Bison don't have a single returning player who caught more than nine passes a year ago, so it'll be crucial for Paschall to help establish the run. Paschall rushed for 601 yards on an impressive 5.6 yards per carry in 2008. Iowa State: QB Austen Arnaud. This will be the debut of offensive coordinator Tom Herman's no-huddle spread offense. A few bad throws in this new scheme could open the door for an upset.
AMES, Iowa - Asked to describe what tonight's season opener will be like for him, Iowa State junior quarterback Austen Arnaud's eyes lit up.See the full content of this document
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New Beginnings for 'Clones
Arnaud and the Cyclones have waited nine long months for the chance to prove themselves. A lot has happened since the end of last season, with Gene Chizik's departur...
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