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Austyn Modrzewski shines in USD's season opening win against CCSU

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 11:49 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Austyn Modrzewski shines in USD's season opening win against CCSU

Summary

Austyn Modrzewski delivered a standout performance in his collegiate debut, leading the University of South Dakota to a 59-20 victory over Central Connecticut State on August 29 in Vermillion, S.D. Modrzewski accounted for seven touchdowns, throwing six and rushing for one. The Coyotes established a 42-10 halftime lead, aided by their defense, which held CCSU to just 90 yards in the first half. USD’s next game is against Northern Colorado on September 5.

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By the Numbers

•Modrzewski threw for 304 yards and rushed for 81 yards.
•USD scored eight consecutive touchdowns after trailing 7-0.
•The Coyotes' defense was dominant, limiting CCSU's offense significantly.
•Next, USD will face Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colorado.

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11:49 PMYahoo Sports — Austyn Modrzewski's historic debut powers USD past Central Connecticut State in season opener

What they're saying

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Aug. 29—VERMILLION, S.D. — For three quarters Saturday night, the University of South Dakota offense was in the hands and legs of a redshirt freshman quarterback who looked anything but inexperienced. Austyn Modrzewski accounted for seven touchdowns in his collegiate debut, throwing for six scores and running for another, as the Coyotes ran away from Central Connecticut State for a 59-20 ...
— Yahoo Sports

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