North Dakota State Extends Winning Streak to 13 with Victory Over Youngstown State

North Dakota State defeated Youngstown State 38-30 yesterday, continuing their dominant run and solidifying their position as a top contender in the FCS.

The game saw early leads from Youngstown State, with quarterback Beau Brungard scoring a 10-yard touchdown in the first quarter. However, the top-ranked Bison responded with a surge of points in the final minutes of the first half, taking control of the game with touchdowns from DJ Scott and Barika Kpeenu, who finished with three touchdowns on the day. A pivotal moment came when Jackson Williams returned the kickoff for 100 yards, extending North Dakota State’s lead to 28-17 before halftime.

Youngstown State attempted a comeback in the second half, with Andrew Lastovka connecting on field goals of 49 and 42 yards, and Brungard adding another rushing touchdown in the fourth quarter. Brungard completed 203 passing yards with one touchdown and one interception, also contributing 50 rushing yards and two touchdowns. This loss impacts Youngstown State’s playoff hopes, while North Dakota State remains undefeated. You can find more information about college football coverage on the AP News site.

North Dakota State’s victory maintains their perfect 9-0 record and 6-0 standing in the Missouri Valley Football Conference. Officials stated they will continue to focus on each game as it comes, preparing for their next challenge in the pursuit of a national championship.