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Eli Gillman sets Big Sky TD record in Grizzlies' win over Vikings

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Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Eli Gillman sets Big Sky TD record in Grizzlies' win over Vikings

Summary

Eli Gillman scored four touchdowns in the University of Montana's 57-24 victory against Portland State on Saturday. His performance included an 84-yard touchdown run, bringing his career total to 78, surpassing Cooper Kupp's previous Big Sky record of 77. Gillman's explosive play helped the Grizzlies dominate the game, leading to a halftime score of 43-10. The victory improved Montana's record to 7-3 overall and 5-2 in the Big Sky Conference. The game featured a strong offensive display from the Grizzlies, who amassed 644 total yards.

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By the Numbers

•Gillman rushed for 198 yards on eight carries.
•Montana led 43-10 at halftime in the game.
•The Grizzlies improved to 7-3 overall and 5-2 in conference play.
•Montana's offense racked up 644 total yards against Portland State.
•Gillman is the all-time touchdown leader in Big Sky history.

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3:16 AMYahoo Sports — Move over Cooper Kupp: UM's Eli Gillman sets Big Sky TD record

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MISSOULA — Eli Gillman already had about every conceivable University of Montana rushing record going into Saturday's Big Sky Conference game with Portland State. Now he's one-upped Cooper Kupp. Gillman ran for four touchdowns in the No. 12 Grizzlies' 57-24 thumping of the Vikings, exemplifying Montana's explosive offense with some amazing numbers: eight carries for 198 yards; one catch for ...
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