We recap all the action from a massive Week 8 of FCS football, including a statement win by North Dakota State over South Dakota State
, defeating the Jacks 13-9 on Saturday night. North Dakota State quarterback Cam Miller had his Walter Payton moment, conducting a game-winning touchdown drive that spanned 92 yards in 10 plays.
South Dakota State quarterback Mark Gronowski struggled, only completing 58% of his passes for 118 yards and one interception. The Bison did not record a sack but pressured Gronowski on over 40% of his dropbacks. South Dakota State's inability to push the ball downfield limited the offense in the second half, which allowed the Bison to pull off the huge victory.in one of the most-anticipated HBCU matchups of the season.
The Bears only allowed 46 points over the first six games but allowed 28 points in the first seven minutes of the game this weekend. Quarterback Quincy Crittendon completed 23-of-37 attempts for 378 passing yards and four passing touchdowns. Running back Damonta Witherspoon led the Bulldogs with 47 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
Maine led 28-0 at halftime, including a 70-yard blocked field goal return by defensive back Devin Vaught. Quarterback Carter Peevy completed 16-of-18 attempts for 173 passing yards and three passing touchdowns.. It was the first win over a ranked opponent and moved the Rams into the top spot of the CAA standings with Richmond.
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