Johnson, Basinger combine for 4 TDs to help South Dakota State run over Eastern Illinois 42-7
Josiah Johnson and James Basinger each rushed for over 100 yards and scored two touchdowns each, leading South Dakota State to a dominant 42-7 triumph over Eastern Illinois. Johnson amassed 121 rushing yards, while Basinger accumulated 116. South Dakota State (4-1) began the night with an 18-yard touchdown run from Johnson and a 39-yard one from Basinger, taking a 14-7 halftime lead.
Midway through the third quarter, Basinger broke free for a 48-yard touchdown, extending the margin to 35-7. A 55-yard touchdown run by Johnson sealed the game shortly after. The Jackrabbits amassed 597 total yards, with 408 coming from the ground. Eastern Illinois (1-4) managed 196 yards, 6 completions on 16 passes for 85 yards, and a 9-yard touchdown run from Josh Holst.
The Panthers' only touchdown came from Cole LaCrue's 9-yard run in the second quarter. South Dakota State next plays against Illinois State on Saturday.
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