With a 3-0 start and number 18 national rankings the expectations have skyrocketed for Iowa State heading into Big-12 play. The Cyclones open Saturday night at struggling Houston.

Campbell says every week will be challenging in the Big 12.

Campbell believes the experience the Cyclones have will keep them grounded.

Willie Fritz is in his first season rebuilding the Houston program after a successful run at Tulane.

Campbell is concerned about the mobility of Houston quarterback Donovan Smith. Smith’s previous stop was at Texas Tech and he led the Red Raiders to a 41-38 win over the Cyclones in 2021.