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South Dakota State tops No. 9 Youngstown State 27-20

South Dakota State Jackrabbits Youngstown State Penguins college football Josiah Johnson Missouri Valley Football Conference

South Dakota State defeated No. 9 Youngstown State 27-20 on Saturday, marking the Jackrabbits’ first home victory over a top-10 opponent since October 2024.

Sophomore running back Josiah Johnson led the offense, rushing for 238 yards and two touchdowns on 30 carries. Johnson became the first Jackrabbit running back to exceed 200 rushing yards in a single game since 2021. Receiver Lofton O’Groske contributed 94 yards on seven receptions.

The victory came despite South Dakota State losing starting quarterback Chase Mason for the second half due to an injury. Mason scored an 18-yard rushing touchdown late in the first half before exiting the game. Youngstown State quarterback Beau Brungard threw for 292 yards and two touchdowns, but the Penguins were held to a single score in the second half.

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Chase Mason · Josiah Johnson · Lofton O’Groske · South Dakota State · Youngstown State

Sources

‘Pretty special’: Brookings native, SDSU freshman Bergan Tetzlaff aids in interception during win [www.brookingsregister.com]
Johnson runs wild, as YSU gets overpowered by South Dakota State [www.tribtoday.com]
Johnson rushes for 238 yards, 2 TDs in South Dakota State's 27-20 win over Youngstown State [www.newsday.com]
Johnson rushes for 238 yards, 2 TDs in South Dakota State's 27-20 win over Youngstown State [www.winnipegfreepress.com]