As a Cyclone grad and fan, I am very happy with the #25 ranking. It is nice to be recognized nationally for having a good season (so far). It is nice to be discussed on Game Day. It would be amazing to have Game Day in Ames this week, but I'm not holding my breath.
But....
As a Cyclone fan, I remain cautiously optimistic. Of the 5 remaining games, I see 2 wins as unlikely (TCU and Ok State), 2 are tossups (WV and K State) and 1 is likely (Baylor). 7-5 is pretty realistic.
I think part of the culture change Campbell has brought is significant. None of us truly knows what goes on at practice, meetings, etc., but as a fan I'm sold. The mediocre win vs Akron was key. He wasnt happy because they didnt play well in spite of getting a road win. I loved it!
TCU game will be interesting. Top 25 match-up. I'm sure Jack Trice will be sold out and nuts. I'm making the trip over.
Cyclone fans have been here before, but I think Campbell is different. In spite of what Herbstreit says, I think he will be in Ames for a while.
Time will tell.