North Dakota State’s quarterback Cam Miller threw for a career-high four touchdowns in a dominating 59-21 victory over Missouri State. The win secured NDSU’s 11th Missouri Valley Football Conference title and sole possession of first place in the league standings. Backup quarterback Nathan Hayes also joined the scoring frenzy with a touchdown of his own.
The game saw a strong start for NDSU, with Barika Kpeenu scoring a 52-yard touchdown. The team capitalized on a fumble recovery and Miller connected with Joe Stoffel for a 14-point lead. The offense continued to shine as Jackson Williams caught a 22-yard pass from Miller and Stoffel scored his second touchdown. North Dakota State’s total offensive dominance was highlighted by Kpeenu’s two impressive touchdown runs covering 52 and 49 yards respectively.
NDSU has now won 13 straight games against Missouri State and holds a commanding 14-2 lead in the all-time series between the two teams. Missouri State’s Jacob Clark led the Bears with 247 passing yards in the game.
With this victory, North Dakota State solidified its position as a powerhouse in the Missouri Valley Football Conference and set the stage for a potential run in the playoffs. The team’s strong performance on both offense and defense showcased their dominance in the conference, and they will look to build on this success as they head into the postseason.
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