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Dakota Wesleyan Tigers visit Dakota State Trojans in season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 11:48 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Dakota Wesleyan Tigers visit Dakota State Trojans in season opener

Summary

Dakota Wesleyan University football kicks off its 2026 season against Dakota State on Saturday at 7 p.m. at Kern Family Stadium in Madison. DWU seeks to build on last year's win over Dakota State, where they triumphed 16-14, aiming for their first road victory over the Trojans since 2015. Both teams are ready for the matchup, with Dakota State ranked No. 25 nationally, marking their first appearance in the rankings since 2018. After this game, Dakota Wesleyan will host Doane on September 5, while Dakota State will face Black Hills State the same day.

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By the Numbers

•DWU finished 2025 with a 4-7 record; DSU was 8-2.
•This is the 80th all-time meeting; DWU leads series 41-37-1.
•Tigers aim for first win over a ranked team since 2017.
•DSU returns Tray Hettick, who threw for over 2,000 yards last season.

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11:48 PMYahoo Sports — DWU football gameday: Tigers travel to rival Trojans to open season

What they're saying

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Aug. 28—MITCHELL — The 2026 college football season for Dakota Wesleyan University begins Saturday night against a ranked opponent and an in-state foe, traveling east to take on Dakota State. The Tigers got into the win column in the 2025 game, behind strong defense and special teams. Those elements, plus an improved offense, will be important as DWU looks to spoil the Trojans' season opener ...
— Yahoo Sports

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