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South Dakota State prepares for Northwestern after recent victory

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 3:49 AM

Last updated Sep 2, 2026

South Dakota State prepares for Northwestern after recent victory

Summary

South Dakota State heads into a matchup against Northwestern following a 70-7 win over Stetson this past Saturday. The Jackrabbits utilized contributions across all three phases of the game to secure the result in Brookings, South Dakota. Special teams played a prominent role in the win, highlighted by a 65-yard punt return for a touchdown from Alex Uchtman in the first quarter and a 69-yard punt by Max Pelham during the fourth. Additionally, Tristan Alvano successfully converted 10 extra-point attempts. Head coach Dan Jackson noted that the team's depth on special teams could provide a tactical advantage against a Big Ten opponent. The Jackrabbits are scheduled to play Northwestern this Saturday at 7 p.m.

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•South Dakota State defeated Stetson 70-7 on Saturday.
•Alex Uchtman scored on a 65-yard punt return in the first quarter.
•Tristan Alvano converted all 10 of his point-after-touchdown attempts.
•Max Pelham recorded a 69-yard punt during the fourth quarter.
•South Dakota State faces Northwestern this Saturday at 7 p.m.

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3:49 AMYahoo Sports — SDSU special teams shine ahead of Big Ten matchup

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BROOKINGS, S.D. (KELO) — South Dakota State’s 70-7 win over Stetson on Saturday gave the Jackrabbits plenty to work with in every phase of the game, all of which they will need against FBS opponent Northwestern. Special teams bookended an offensive explosion with a 65-yard punt return for a touchdown by Alex Uchtman in the […]
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