North Dakota State defeats Fordham 38-0 in second FBS season game

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North Dakota State defeats Fordham 38-0 in second FBS season game
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North Dakota State recorded a 38-0 shutout victory against Fordham on Saturday in Fargo. Nathan Hayes led the offense for the Bison, completing 18 of 22 passes for 210 yards and two touchdowns. DJ Scott added two rushing touchdowns while the North Dakota State defense limited Fordham to 135 total yards. The defensive performance included a 37-yard interception return for a touchdown by Marion Moore early in the second half. Fordham struggled offensively throughout the contest, with quarterback Gunnar Smith throwing three interceptions and losing a fumble. This victory moves the 10-time FCS national champion Bison to a 2-0 record in their inaugural season at the FBS level. North Dakota State travels to face Air Force next Saturday, while Fordham prepares to play at Coastal Carolina.

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  • North Dakota State defeated Fordham 38-0 on Saturday in Fargo.
  • Nathan Hayes threw for 210 yards and two touchdowns for the Bison.
  • Marion Moore returned an interception 37 yards for a North Dakota State touchdown.
  • Fordham finished with 135 total yards and four turnovers.
  • North Dakota State holds a 2-0 record in its first FBS season.
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Nathan Hayes threw for two touchdowns, DJ Scott ran for two and North Dakota State allowed just 135 total yards in a 38-0 win over FCS-opponent Fordham on Saturday. NDSU's shutdown defensive effort included a 37-yard pick-6 by Marion Moore that gave the Bison a 24-0 lead one minute into the second half. Hayes completed 18 of 22 passes for 210 yards.

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