... Big 12 went a solid 11-1 in non-conference play in Week 1, but it was hardly a solid week as far as the conference is concerned.

Some ugly wins coupled with an embarrassing loss to an FCS opponent pretty much tell the story.  However, we should give each team their just due:

 

Iowa State

Solid win over a fairly decent Northern Illinois squad that has solid aspirations of winning the MAC this year.  Even with two interceptions thrown by third-year starting QB Austen Arnaud, the Cyclones were able to put away the Huskies in solid fashion.

Iowa State won 27-10 with a 10-play, 73-yard drive that answered...

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