For all the question marks surrounding the Cyclones after a tumultuous offseason, Iowa State delivered an emphatic season-opening win over Northern Iowa. Matt Campbell's squad was expected to lean on its defense this year even before key offensive pieces became suspended, and that provided true against the Panthers. The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines break it all down from Jack Trice Stadium.

<p>For all the question marks surrounding the Cyclones after a tumultuous offseason, Iowa State delivered an emphatic season-opening win over Northern Iowa. Matt Campbell's squad was expected to lean on its defense this year even before key offensive pieces became suspended, and that provided true against the Panthers. The Register's Randy Peterson and Travis Hines break it all down from Jack Trice Stadium.</p>

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