South Dakota at Drake

Saturday, October 8, 1949

Drake beat South Dakota 48–⁠6. It was their second meeting; after it, the series stood even at 1–⁠1.

AwaySouth Dakota0–⁠3 in 1949
6
HomeDrake6–⁠2–⁠1 in 1949
48

FinalHigh 84°F, low 60°F

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Our ratings (scores only)

Drake 93% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

South Dakota leads 9–⁠4 in 13 meetings, counting the 11 since this game.

Recent meetings
2025South Dakota 38, Drake 17FCS Championship – First Round
2025South Dakota 42, Drake 21
2024South Dakota 42, Drake 3
2017South Dakota 77, Drake 7
2015South Dakota 52, Drake 0
2009South Dakota 51, Drake 21

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