Northern State University defeats Southwest Minnesota State 30-3
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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Northern State University secured a 30-3 victory over Southwest Minnesota State in Marshall, Minnesota, on September 12. The win moves the Wolves to 3-0 on the season and 2-0 in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference. Northern State built a substantial lead early, scoring two touchdowns in the first quarter and adding to the tally with a 57-yard pass in the second. The Mustangs were held scoreless until a field goal in the fourth quarter. Quarterbacks Joey Dube-Garrett and Ty Englehart combined for 476 yards of total offense, while running back Hank Kraft contributed 107 rushing yards and a touchdown. The Wolves travel to face Minnesota State next Saturday.
- •Northern State University improved to 3-0 with a 30-3 win against Southwest Minnesota State.
- •Hank Kraft recorded 107 rushing yards and a touchdown for the Wolves.
- •Jake Adams led Northern State with 15 tackles, including nine solo stops.
- •The defense held Southwest Minnesota State to 250 total yards and forced one interception.
- •Northern State faces Minnesota State on the road September 19.
- 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Wolves trounce Mustangs in 2026 road opener
"Marshall, Minn. – Three is the charm for the Northern State University football team in 2026, defeating Southwest Minnesota State 30-3 in their first road contest of the season. The Wolves remain undefeated on the season, while holding the Mustangs scoreless through the opening three quarters. THE QUICK DETAILSFinal Score: NSU 30, SMSU 3Records: NSU […]
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