SDSU crushes Stetson 70-7 in opening game of season
BROOKINGS, S.D. (KELO) – South Dakota State University opened its season in dominant fashion, with a 70-7 victory over Stetson University. The Jackrabbits came out of the gate with their helmets on fire, as senior quarterback Chase Mason connected with sophomore wide receiver Jack Smith on the first offensive play of the game for a […]
Brookings, South Dakota (KELO) - South Dakota State University kicked off their season with an impressive 70-7 win against Stetson University. The team displayed dominance from the very first play, with senior quarterback Chase Mason making an early connection with sophomore wide receiver Jack Smith for the opening touchdown. The Jackrabbits continued their strong start, as redshirt freshman running back Corey Blair Jr. scored a second touchdown just two minutes and fifty-six seconds into the game, giving SDSU a 14-0 lead.
By halftime, the lead had grown to 35-0, showcasing the team's impressive performance. The margin widened to 63 points by the end of the game, with SDSU now looking forward to their next challenge. The team will travel to Evanston, Illinois to face Big Ten opponent Northwestern University on September 5th. Kickoff for the Saturday night game is scheduled for 7 p.m., and will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network. Copyright 2026 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved.
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