The Cyclones took their vaunted 3-4 defense to Lubbock and got obliterated.
Sam B. Richardson threw an interception on Iowa State's first play from scrimmage, Texas Tech scored a touchdown three plays later, and the Red Raiders never trailed en route to a 66-31 victory in Lubbock on Saturday.
Despite a 23 carry, 245 yard performance from Mike Warren the Cyclones abandoned the run at inopportune times when the game was within reach and paid for it due to Richardson's poor performance behind center. Richardson was relieved of his duties on the 3rd to last series of the game and finished 10-21 for 139 yards, one touchdown, and three interceptions.