No. 8 South Dakota survived a furious second-half comeback from No. 6 North Dakota, winning 26-23 in overtime Saturday, Oct. 24, at the DakotaDome in Vermillion, S.D.
The Coyotes jumped out to a commanding 20-3 halftime lead behind touchdown scores from Jackson Proctor and Tysen Boze. But the Fighting Hawks weren't going away quietly.
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North Dakota stormed back with 17 unanswered second-half points, including rushing touchdowns from Javance Tupou'ata-Johnson and Matt Lawson. Kenten Laughman drilled a clutch 45-yard field goal with just 45 seconds remaining to tie the game at 20 and force overtime.
Laughman gave North Dakota its first lead of the afternoon with a 38-yard field goal in overtime, but South Dakota needed just two plays to respond. Austyn Modrzewski connected with Brayden White for a 14-yard walk-off touchdown, sealing a thrilling 26-23 Coyotes victory.
Both teams entered the top-10 showdown at 6-2 overall and 3-1 in Missouri Valley Football Conference play. The victory moves South Dakota to 7-2, while North Dakota falls to 6-3.
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Scroll below for the full North Dakota vs. South Dakota game recap, scoring updates and highlights from Saturday's overtime thriller.
9:30 PM
SOUTH DAKOTA WINS! Modrzewski Finds White For Walk-Off TD In Overtime!
FINAL: South Dakota 26, North Dakota 23 (OT)
WHAT A FINISH IN VERMILLION!
Austyn Modrzewski connects with Brayden White for a 14-yard WALK-OFF TOUCHDOWN to give South Dakota a thrilling 26-23 overtime victory!
After North Dakota stormed back from a 20-3 halftime deficit and took its first lead in overtime, the Coyotes needed just TWO plays to answer!
Charles Pierre Jr. opens the possession with an 11-yard run before Modrzewski finds White for the game-winner!
South Dakota survives an incredible top-10 showdown at the DakotaDome!
9:28 PM
LAUGHMAN DELIVERS AGAIN! North Dakota Takes The Lead In OT!
North Dakota 23, South Dakota 20 — OT
KENTEN LAUGHMAN IS ICE COLD!
After a holding penalty wipes out a potential touchdown, Laughman steps up and drills a 38-yard field goal to give North Dakota its FIRST lead of the game!
The Fighting Hawks have now scored 20 unanswered points after trailing 20-3 at halftime!
South Dakota will get its overtime possession with a chance to tie or win this incredible top-10 showdown!
9:26 PM
TOUCHDOWN CALLED BACK! Holding Penalty Crushes North Dakota! - OT
North Dakota 20, South Dakota 20
YOU HAVE GOT TO BE KIDDING!
Jerry Kaminski finds Matt Lawson for what looks like the go-ahead touchdown in overtime, but a holding penalty on Sam Strandell wipes it off the board!
The play stands after review, but the penalty brings it all back!
North Dakota now faces third-and-9 at the South Dakota 24-yard line. Another heartbreaking penalty for the Fighting Hawks!
9:23 PM
North Dakota Gets The Ball First In Overtime!
North Dakota 20, South Dakota 20 — OT
Here we go!
South Dakota wins the overtime coin toss and elects to play defense first, giving North Dakota the opening possession.
The Fighting Hawks will start at the South Dakota 25-yard line, looking to take their first lead of the afternoon!
After trailing 20-3 at halftime, North Dakota now has a chance to complete an incredible comeback!
9:20 PM
OVERTIME IN VERMILLION! What A Comeback!
North Dakota 20, South Dakota 20 — OVERTIME
WE'RE HEADED TO OVERTIME!
North Dakota storms back from a 20-3 halftime deficit, scoring 17 unanswered points to force extra football at the DakotaDome!
Kenten Laughman's clutch 45-yard field goal with 45 seconds remaining sends this top-10 showdown into overtime.
What a finish we're in for!
9:19 PM
SIX SECONDS LEFT! Coyotes Looking For A Miracle! - 4Q 0:06
North Dakota 20, South Dakota 20
South Dakota is running out of time!
Charles Pierre Jr. picks up a crucial first down with an 8-yard run, but Austyn Modrzewski's deep shot to Brayden White falls incomplete.
The Coyotes face second-and-10 at their own 41-yard line with just SIX seconds remaining!
Overtime is looming in this incredible top-10 showdown!
9:13 PM
LAUGHMAN NAILS IT! WE'RE TIED IN VERMILLION! - 4Q 0:45
North Dakota 20, South Dakota 20
UNBELIEVABLE! WE HAVE A TIE GAME!
Kenten Laughman drills a CLUTCH 45-yard field goal on fourth-and-10 to complete North Dakota's incredible second-half comeback!
The Fighting Hawks march 57 yards in just 57 seconds, tying the game with only 45 seconds remaining!
North Dakota has erased a 20-3 halftime deficit, scoring 17 unanswered points to stun the DakotaDome crowd!
9:13 PM
IT ALL COMES DOWN TO FOURTH DOWN! - 4Q 0:50
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 17
This could be the ballgame!
Jerry Kaminski throws three straight incompletions, with Sam Same and John Starman coming up with crucial pass breakups for South Dakota.
North Dakota now faces fourth-and-10 at the Coyotes' 28-yard line with just 50 seconds remaining and NO timeouts!
Will the Fighting Hawks attempt a 45-yard field goal to tie it or go for the first down?
9:12 PM
KAMINSKI FINDS STRANDELL ON FOURTH DOWN! North Dakota Still Alive! - 4Q 0:58
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 17
WHAT A PLAY!
Facing fourth-and-10, Jerry Kaminski connects with Sam Strandell for a massive 32-yard gain to keep North Dakota's comeback hopes alive!
A defensive holding penalty on South Dakota's Kael Kolarik moves the Fighting Hawks even closer.
North Dakota now has second-and-10 at the South Dakota 28-yard line with just 58 seconds remaining and no timeouts!
9:06 PM
Honore Jr. Pins Fighting Hawks Deep! - 4Q 1:42
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 17
Brook Honore Jr. comes up clutch for the Coyotes!
The South Dakota punter delivers a 40-yard punt, with Korey Tai calling for a fair catch at the North Dakota 15-yard line.
The Fighting Hawks have 1:42 remaining, ZERO timeouts and 85 yards between them and the end zone!
North Dakota needs a field goal to force overtime or a touchdown to take the lead!
9:04 PM
HUGE REVIEW! Coyotes Come Up Short On Third Down! - 4Q 1:48
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 17
This could decide the game!
Charles Pierre Jr. picks up five yards on third-and-6, leaving South Dakota facing fourth-and-1 at its own 45-yard line!
The play is now under review with just 1:48 remaining. North Dakota has only one timeout left, and the Fighting Hawks desperately need the ball back!
8:56 PM
Modrzewski Moves The Chains! Coyotes Clinging To 3-Point Lead! - 4Q 2:19
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 17
HUGE first down for South Dakota!
After Charles Pierre Jr. picks up 14 yards on two carries, Austyn Modrzewski keeps it himself on third-and-1 and gains two yards to move the chains!
The Coyotes have a fresh set of downs at their own 36-yard line as they try to run out the clock and hold off North Dakota's furious comeback!
8:54 PM
DELAY OF GAME! Coyotes Backed Up With Under 4 Minutes Left! - 4Q 3:57
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 17
The pressure is mounting in Vermillion!
After North Dakota cuts the deficit to just three points, South Dakota is immediately flagged for delay of game!
The five-yard penalty pushes the Coyotes back to their own 20-yard line, leaving them facing first-and-15 with 3:57 remaining.
The Fighting Hawks have all three timeouts and a chance to get the ball back!
8:51 PM
TOUCHDOWN NORTH DAKOTA! Lawson Makes It A 3-Point Game! - 4Q 3:57
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 17
WE'VE GOT A BALLGAME IN VERMILLION!
Matt Lawson punches it in from one yard out, capping off a massive 10-play, 87-yard touchdown drive!
Kenten Laughman adds the extra point, cutting South Dakota's lead to just THREE with under four minutes remaining!
The Fighting Hawks have stormed back from a 20-3 halftime deficit, and this top-10 showdown is coming down to the wire!
8:50 PM
KAMINSKI FINDS DENG! Fighting Hawks At The 1! - 4Q 4:09
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
North Dakota is knocking on the door!
Jerry Kaminski delivers a huge 23-yard pass to Deng Deng, moving the Fighting Hawks all the way to the South Dakota 1-yard line!
North Dakota has first-and-goal with just over four minutes remaining and a chance to make this a one-score game!
8:48 PM
ANOTHER Pass Interference! Coyotes Giving North Dakota Life! - 4Q 4:57
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
The Coyotes are keeping North Dakota's comeback hopes alive!
Jaylen Boehm-Peterson is flagged for pass interference on a throw intended for Korey Tai, giving the Fighting Hawks 15 yards and an automatic first down.
North Dakota moves to the South Dakota 30-yard line with under five minutes remaining, trailing by 10!
8:46 PM
ROUGHING THE PASSER! North Dakota Gets A Lifeline! - 4Q 5:53
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
The Fighting Hawks catch a HUGE break!
After another false start pushes North Dakota into third-and-19, Nathan Laperi is flagged for roughing Jerry Kaminski, giving North Dakota 15 yards and an automatic first down!
South Dakota has now committed 12 penalties for 108 yards, compared to North Dakota's eight for 70 yards.
The Fighting Hawks have a fresh set of downs at their own 39-yard line with under six minutes remaining!
8:41 PM
Honore Jr. BOOMS 55-Yard Punt! North Dakota Pinned Deep - 4Q 7:42
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
Brook Honore Jr. delivers a massive 55-yard punt for the Coyotes!
Cameron Weir manages just three yards on the return, leaving North Dakota backed up at its own 13-yard line.
The Fighting Hawks trail by 10 with under eight minutes remaining and 87 yards between them and the end zone!
8:38 PM
Another False Start! North Dakota Now At 7 Penalties For 65 Yards - 4Q 10:04
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
The Fighting Hawks just can't get out of their own way!
A false start on Deng Deng pushes North Dakota into third-and-19, and Jerry Kaminski's pass falls incomplete, forcing fourth-and-19 at the North Dakota 28-yard line.
North Dakota has now committed seven penalties for 65 yards, including two in the fourth quarter alone.
With just over 10 minutes remaining, costly mistakes continue to hurt the Fighting Hawks' comeback hopes!
8:32 PM
Tylutki SACKS Modrzewski! Coyotes Facing Fourth-And-Long! - 4Q 10:53
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
The Fighting Hawks defense comes up BIG again!
Grant Tylutki brings down Austyn Modrzewski for a 9-yard loss, pushing South Dakota back to its own 14-yard line.
Modrzewski then looks deep for Tennel Bryant on third-and-14, but the pass falls incomplete!
The Coyotes now face fourth-and-14 and are expected to punt with under 11 minutes remaining.
8:30 PM
Silvernale Pins Coyotes Deep With 42-Yard Punt! - 4Q 12:19
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
North Dakota is forced to punt after Matt Lawson is stopped for just one yard on third down.
Luke Silvernale delivers a 42-yard punt, with Brayden White calling for a fair catch at the South Dakota 18-yard line.
The Coyotes take over with a 10-point lead and just over 12 minutes remaining!
8:23 PM
Fighting Hawks Force Another Fourth Down! - 4Q 14:17
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
North Dakota's defense comes up with another big stop!
Austyn Modrzewski looks deep for Tysen Boze on third-and-16, but the pass falls incomplete.
South Dakota now faces fourth-and-16 at its own 38-yard line, with the Fighting Hawks looking to get the ball back early in the fourth quarter!
8:23 PM
Fourth Quarter Underway! Coyotes Facing Third-And-Long - 4Q 14:46
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
We're into the final quarter at the DakotaDome!
Tyler Erkman brings down Charles Pierre Jr. for a 4-yard loss on a pass from Austyn Modrzewski.
South Dakota now faces third-and-16 at its own 38-yard line as North Dakota looks for another crucial defensive stop!
8:18 PM
Big Coyotes Gain Wiped Out By Holding! - 3Q 0:52
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
Another costly penalty!
Tennel Bryant breaks loose for what looks like an 11-yard gain into North Dakota territory, but a holding penalty on Tysen Boze brings it back!
The Coyotes are pushed back to their own 37-yard line after the 10-yard penalty.
8:14 PM
Silvernale BOOMS 51-Yard Punt! - 3Q 1:54
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
North Dakota's Luke Silvernale delivers a booming 51-yard punt, pinning the Coyotes at their own 17-yard line!
Evan Kludt downs the ball, leaving South Dakota with 83 yards to go if it wants to extend its lead.
8:13 PM
North Dakota Gets The Ball Back, But Offense Stalls! - 3Q 2:29
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
After a huge third-down sack from Lance Rucker and Kaden Vig forces South Dakota to punt, the Fighting Hawks take over at their own 27-yard line.
Charles Langama picks up two yards on first down, but Jerry Kaminski can't connect with James Jones on a deep pass.
North Dakota now faces third-and-8 at its own 29-yard line, looking to keep its comeback hopes alive!
8:09 PM
RUCKER GETS TO MODRZEWSKI! Huge Sack For North Dakota! - 3Q 3:48
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
The Fighting Hawks defense is coming ALIVE!
Lance Rucker and Kaden Vig combine to bring down Austyn Modrzewski for a massive 9-yard loss on third down!
South Dakota now faces fourth-and-17 at its own 25-yard line, and North Dakota has a chance to get the ball back with plenty of third-quarter time remaining!
8:04 PM
Coyotes Flagged For Holding On Kickoff! - 3Q 7:26
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
South Dakota is starting deep in its own territory!
Brayden White returns the kickoff 23 yards to the Coyotes' 29-yard line, but a holding penalty on Dylan Hudgens wipes out 10 yards.
South Dakota will start at its own 19-yard line as North Dakota looks to build on its third-quarter momentum!
8:01 PM
TOUCHDOWN NORTH DAKOTA! Tupou'ata-Johnson Punches It In! - 3Q 7:32
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 10
The Fighting Hawks are BACK IN IT!
Javance Tupou'ata-Johnson powers into the end zone on a 1-yard quarterback keeper, finally breaking through the Coyotes defense!
North Dakota marches 78 yards on a massive 15-play drive, eating 7:24 off the clock.
Kenten Laughman adds the extra point, and suddenly South Dakota's lead is down to just 10!
7:58 PM
Fighting Hawks REFUSE To Go Away! First-And-Goal! - 3Q 9:29
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 3
North Dakota is back knocking on the door!
After a holding penalty wiped out a massive gain, the Fighting Hawks catch a break with a pass interference penalty on South Dakota's Josh Grant.
Javance Tupou'ata-Johnson then powers ahead for six yards on third-and-6, moving the chains!
North Dakota has first-and-goal at the South Dakota 7-yard line!
7:54 PM
HOLDING! North Dakota's Huge Gain Wiped Out! - 3Q 11:01
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 3
Jerry Kaminski connects with Korey Tai for a 27-yard gain down to the South Dakota 5-yard line on third-and-9!
But a holding penalty on Isaac Cariveau wipes out the entire play, pushing the Fighting Hawks back to the South Dakota 42-yard line.
Instead of first-and-goal, North Dakota now faces third-and-19. Another brutal penalty for the Fighting Hawks!
7:50 PM
Kaminski Finds Deng Twice! Fighting Hawks Moving - 3Q 13:45
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 3
Jerry Kaminski is finding a rhythm to start the second half!
After an early false start put North Dakota behind the chains, Kaminski connects with Deng Deng for gains of seven and 12 yards.
The second completion moves the chains on third-and-8, giving the Fighting Hawks a fresh set of downs at their own 36-yard line.
7:48 PM
North Dakota Starts Second Half With Another Penalty! - 3Q 14:51
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 3
Not the start the Fighting Hawks were hoping for!
North Dakota receives the second-half kickoff, but a false start on Hunter Kallstrom immediately pushes the offense back five yards.
Charles Langama is then stuffed for no gain, leaving North Dakota facing second-and-15 at its own 17-yard line.
7:37 PM
Halftime By The Numbers: Player Stats
HALFTIME: South Dakota 20, North Dakota 3
Passing Leaders
Austyn Modrzewski (USD): 10/13, 131 YDS, 1 TD
Jerry Kaminski (UND): 9/16, 79 YDS, 0 TD
Rushing Leaders
Charles Pierre Jr. (USD): 8 CAR, 42 YDS
Reid Watkins (USD): 6 CAR, 30 YDS
Matt Lawson (UND): 4 CAR, 24 YDS
Charles Langama (UND): 4 CAR, 18 YDS
Receiving Leaders
Brayden White (USD): 4 REC, 71 YDS
Carson Fletcher (USD): 2 REC, 31 YDS
Sam Strandell (UND): 2 REC, 23 YDS
Deng Deng (UND): 2 REC, 21 YDS
Touchdowns
Jackson Proctor (USD): 1 rushing TD
Tysen Boze (USD): 1 receiving TD
7:34 PM
Halftime Stats: Third Downs And Turnovers Tell The Story
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 3
Third-Down Conversions
South Dakota: 3-of-7 (42.9%)
North Dakota: 0-of-5 (0%)
Turnovers
South Dakota: 0
North Dakota: 2 (both fumbles)
Quarterback Stats
Austyn Modrzewski (USD): 10-of-13, 131 yards, 1 TD
Jerry Kaminski (UND): 9-of-16, 79 yards, 0 TD
Leading Receivers
Brayden White (USD): 4 receptions, 71 yards
Sam Strandell (UND): 2 receptions, 23 yards
7:30 PM
Halftime By The Numbers: South Dakota vs. North Dakota
HALFTIME: South Dakota 20, North Dakota 3
Total Yards
South Dakota: 217
North Dakota: 134
Passing Yards
South Dakota: 132
North Dakota: 79
Rushing Yards
South Dakota: 85
North Dakota: 55
First Downs
South Dakota: 11
North Dakota: 7
Time of Possession
South Dakota: 18:55
North Dakota: 11:05
7:29 PM
Coyotes Take Commanding 20-3 Lead Into Halftime!
HALFTIME: South Dakota 20, North Dakota 3
South Dakota heads into the locker room with a 17-point lead after a dominant first half at the DakotaDome!
North Dakota had one final chance to put points on the board, but three straight incompletions forced the Fighting Hawks to punt with 21 seconds remaining.
The Coyotes take a knee to end the half.
North Dakota will receive the second-half kickoff, looking to mount a comeback in this top-10 showdown!
7:21 PM
Fighting Hawks Defense Forces Another Punt! - 2Q 0:58
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 3
North Dakota's defense comes up BIG after another costly turnover!
Back-to-back sacks from Logyn Eckheart and Braden Mohr help force South Dakota into fourth-and-18, and the Coyotes are forced to punt.
Brook Honore Jr. sends it 40 yards, pinning the Fighting Hawks at their own 9-yard line with 58 seconds left in the half.
7:18 PM
BACK-TO-BACK SACKS! North Dakota Defense Comes Alive! - 2Q 1:11
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 3
The Fighting Hawks defense is fighting back!
After Kaminski's costly fumble, Logyn Eckheart and Braden Mohr come up with consecutive sacks on Austyn Modrzewski, pushing South Dakota back eight yards!
The Coyotes now face third-and-18 at the North Dakota 49-yard line with just over a minute remaining before halftime.
7:14 PM
KAMINSKI FUMBLES AGAIN! Coyotes Recover! - 2Q 1:27
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 3
Disaster strikes again for the Fighting Hawks!
Jerry Kaminski breaks free for a 20-yard scramble, but Wade Abrams punches the ball loose! Gabriel Hardman recovers the fumble and returns it six yards to the North Dakota 41-yard line.
That's Kaminski's second lost fumble of the game, and South Dakota has another chance to add points before halftime!
7:11 PM
Jackson Proctor Scores 4-Yard TD! - 1Q 4:34
South Dakota 10, North Dakota 0
Jackson Proctor punches it in from four yards out with 4:34 remaining in the first quarter, capping off an eight-play, 87-yard drive to extend the Coyotes' early lead.
7:09 PM
Ing Drills Another Field Goal! Coyotes Extend Lead - 2Q 1:49
South Dakota 20, North Dakota 3
Bohdie Ing is perfect on the afternoon!
The South Dakota kicker knocks through a 41-yard field goal, his second of the game, to extend the Coyotes' lead to 17 points.
North Dakota's defense holds strong on third down, but South Dakota still comes away with points after a drive that started at its own 10-yard line.
7:07 PM
Watkins Powers Coyotes Downfield! Two-Minute Warning - 2Q 2:00
South Dakota 17, North Dakota 3
Reid Watkins is putting in WORK for the Coyotes!
Watkins has carried the ball five times on this drive, picking up 29 yards and two first downs as South Dakota marches downfield.
After starting at their own 10-yard line, the Coyotes now face third-and-9 at the North Dakota 23 with two minutes remaining in the half.
Can South Dakota turn another long drive into points?
7:02 PM
Modrzewski Finds Fletcher For Huge 30-Yard Gain! - 2Q 6:31
South Dakota 17, North Dakota 3
The Coyotes are moving again!
Backed up at their own 10-yard line, Austyn Modrzewski connects with Brayden White for seven yards before finding Carson Fletcher for a massive 30-yard gain!
South Dakota is already approaching midfield after starting the drive deep in its own territory.
6:58 PM
Silvernale Pins Coyotes Deep With 38-Yard Punt - 2Q 7:24
South Dakota 17, North Dakota 3
North Dakota's Luke Silvernale delivers a 38-yard punt, with Brayden White calling for a fair catch at the South Dakota 10-yard line.
The Coyotes will have 90 yards to go if they want to extend their lead!
6:57 PM
Another Penalty For North Dakota! - 2Q 7:30
South Dakota 17, North Dakota 3
The Fighting Hawks were starting to find some rhythm on offense!
Jerry Kaminski connects with Sam Strandell for an 8-yard gain and Korey Tai for another six, moving North Dakota into South Dakota territory.
But a false start on Liam Becher turns a manageable third-and-2 into third-and-7, and North Dakota now faces third-and-7 at the Coyotes' 48-yard line.
Another frustrating drive for the Fighting Hawks.
6:54 PM
Fighting Hawks Defense Stuffs The Coyotes! - 2Q 10:14
South Dakota 17, North Dakota 3
North Dakota's defense is starting to find its footing!
With South Dakota backed up at its own 6-yard line, the Fighting Hawks allow just six yards on three plays, forcing the Coyotes to punt.
North Dakota takes over at its own 36-yard line, looking to build on its first scoring drive.
6:47 PM
Laughman NAILS Season-Long 46-Yard Field Goal! - 2Q 12:26
South Dakota 17, North Dakota 3
The Fighting Hawks are finally on the board!
North Dakota kicker Kenten Laughman drills a season-long 46-yard field goal to cut into South Dakota's lead!
Despite a costly unnecessary roughness penalty, North Dakota salvages three points from a nine-play, 46-yard drive.
6:45 PM
Another Costly Penalty For North Dakota! - 2Q 13:37
South Dakota 17, North Dakota 0
The Fighting Hawks were finally finding some momentum!
Jerry Kaminski connects with Charles Langama for a 24-yard gain, moving North Dakota deep into Coyotes territory.
But an unnecessary roughness penalty on Griffin Broderick costs North Dakota 15 yards, pushing the Fighting Hawks back to the South Dakota 36-yard line.
North Dakota now faces second-and-23.
6:43 PM
Modrzewski And White Torching North Dakota! - 2Q 15:00
South Dakota 17, North Dakota 0
Austyn Modrzewski is off to a hot start, completing 7 of 10 passes for 90 yards and a touchdown in the first quarter.
Brayden White has been his favorite target, hauling in three catches for 64 yards, including a massive 40-yard reception.
Charles Pierre Jr. is getting it done on the ground, adding 40 rushing yards on just six carries.
6:41 PM
Coyotes Dominate First Quarter! - 2Q 15:00
South Dakota 17, North Dakota 0
What a first quarter for South Dakota!
The Coyotes scored on all three possessions, including two touchdowns, to jump out to a commanding 17-0 lead.
North Dakota is finally finding some rhythm offensively, with Jerry Kaminski connecting with Sam Strandell for 15 yards before Charles Langama picks up six more.
The Fighting Hawks have the ball near midfield as the second quarter gets underway.
6:35 PM
TOUCHDOWN STANDS! Coyotes Take Command! - 1Q 1:32
South Dakota 17, North Dakota 0
The ruling on the field stands! Austyn Modrzewski's 4-yard touchdown pass to Tysen Boze is confirmed after official review, and Bohdie Ing adds the extra point.
South Dakota has now scored on all three possessions, jumping out to a commanding 17-0 lead!
To make matters worse for North Dakota, Lance Rucker is flagged for unnecessary roughness, costing the Fighting Hawks 15 yards on the ensuing kickoff.
6:33 PM
Modrzewski Finds Boze For Another Coyotes TD! - 1Q 1:32
South Dakota 16, North Dakota 0 — Play Under Review
The Coyotes just keep pouring it on!
Austyn Modrzewski connects with Tysen Boze for a 4-yard touchdown pass following North Dakota's costly fumble.
South Dakota needs just four plays to find the end zone again, but officials are reviewing the touchdown before the score becomes official.
6:30 PM
COYOTES RECOVER THE FUMBLE! North Dakota In Trouble! - 1Q 3:09
South Dakota 10, North Dakota 0
Disaster for the Fighting Hawks!
South Dakota's Sam Same sacks Jerry Kaminski for a 9-yard loss and forces the ball loose! Jeff Bowie jumps on the fumble at the North Dakota 20-yard line.
The Coyotes are already knocking on the door again, looking to turn the takeaway into another touchdown!
6:24 PM
Modrzewski Goes DEEP! Coyotes Jump Out To 10-0 Lead! - 1Q 4:34
South Dakota 10, North Dakota 0
What a start for the Coyotes!
Austyn Modrzewski launches a 40-yard bomb to Brayden White, setting South Dakota up just four yards from the end zone!
The Coyotes punch it in on the next play, capping off an 87-yard touchdown drive.
South Dakota has scored on both possessions and is firing on all cylinders early.
6:17 PM
South Dakota Forces North Dakota Three-And-Out - 1Q 8:58
South Dakota 3, North Dakota 0
The Coyotes defense comes up with a quick stop on North Dakota's opening possession!
The Fighting Hawks manage just two yards before Luke Silvernale punts 44 yards.
South Dakota takes over at its own 13-yard line, looking to build on its early lead.
6:10 PM
South Dakota Strikes First With 47-Yard Field Goal! - 1Q 10:48
South Dakota 3, North Dakota 0
Bohdie Ing drills a 47-yard field goal to put the Coyotes on the board first!
South Dakota marches 46 yards on nine plays, taking 4:12 off the clock on its opening possession.
The Fighting Hawks will get their first crack at the South Dakota defense.
6:08 PM
South Dakota Driving On Opening Possession - 1Q 10:58
North Dakota 0, South Dakota 0
The Coyotes are moving the ball on their opening drive!
Charles Pierre Jr. breaks off a 19-yard run to help South Dakota move into North Dakota territory.
6:04 PM
North Dakota vs. South Dakota: Uniforms Today
The Fighting Hawks are sporting an all-white look today, with white jerseys, white pants and green accents.
South Dakota is going with red helmets and red jerseys paired with white pants for today's top-10 showdown at the DakotaDome.
6:03 PM
We're Underway In Vermillion! - 1Q 15:00
North Dakota 0, South Dakota 0
North Dakota wins the coin toss and elects to defer to the second half.
South Dakota will start with the ball at its own 25-yard line after the opening kickoff goes for a touchback.
Let's play some football!
5:57 PM
Freshman QB Leading One Of The FCS's Best Offenses
South Dakota has one of the most explosive offenses in the FCS, and a freshman is leading the way.
Austyn Modrzewski has thrown 22 touchdowns through eight starts, helping the Coyotes average an MVFC-leading 39.1 points per game.
Not bad for a first-year starter. Stay tuned to see how he does against a top 10 team.
5:52 PM
North Dakota All-American Returns To The Defense
The Fighting Hawks got a big boost last weekend.
Senior All-American Lance Rucker made his season debut against South Dakota State after missing North Dakota's first seven games with a foot injury.
Rucker recorded three quarterback hurries and a tackle in the 21-10 victory. He could be a key player to watch against South Dakota's high-powered offense.
5:46 PM
A Rare Top-10 Showdown At The DakotaDome
Today's game is a pretty rare occasion in Vermillion.
Saturday marks just the fourth time in South Dakota history that two top-10 teams have met on the Coyotes' home turf.
South Dakota is 2-1 in those matchups played inside the DakotaDome since it opened in 1979.
5:38 PM
Battle Of The Charleses In Vermillion
Here's a fun one: Both teams feature running backs named Charles.
South Dakota's Charles Pierre Jr. has rushed for 585 yards this season, while North Dakota's Charles Langama has 514.
Both have surpassed 500 yards on the ground, making the running game another matchup to keep an eye on.
5:30 PM
North Dakota Coming Off Massive Upset
The Fighting Hawks made a statement last weekend.
North Dakota knocked off then-No. 1 South Dakota State 21-10, jumping out to a 21-0 halftime lead before holding off the Jackrabbits.
Now the Hawks look to take down another top-10 opponent, this time on the road.
5:25 PM
South Dakota Has Won Three Straight Against North Dakota
North Dakota may lead the all-time series 64-34-5, but the Coyotes have had the upper hand recently.
South Dakota has won the last three meetings between the two programs:
2025: South Dakota 26, North Dakota 21
2024: South Dakota 42, North Dakota 36
2023: South Dakota 14, North Dakota 10
The Fighting Hawks haven't beaten the Coyotes since a 28-19 victory in 2022.
Can North Dakota snap the three-game losing streak today?
5:20 PM
North Dakota vs. South Dakota: A Historic Rivalry
These two programs have been going at it for more than a century.
Saturday marks the 104th meeting between North Dakota and South Dakota, with the Fighting Hawks leading the all-time series 64-34-5.
The first meeting? All the way back in 1903.
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