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Bison Dominate Coyotes in Convincing Victory

Saturday, September 27, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Fargodome

North Dakota State Bison 51, South Dakota Coyotes 13, final. Our NCAAF picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won South Dakota Coyotes vs North Dakota State Bison?

North Dakota State Bison beat South Dakota Coyotes 51-13 at Fargodome on September 27, 2025.

The North Dakota State Bison delivered a commanding performance against the South Dakota Coyotes, winning decisively with a final score of 51-13. This matchup, held at the Fargodome, showcased the Bison's dominance, particularly as they extended their winning streak to six games at home, improving their home record to 6-0.

The Bison entered the game with an impressive recent form, boasting a record of 9-1 over their last ten games. They had been on a five-game winning streak leading up to this contest, averaging an impressive 42.1 points scored per game while allowing just 13.9 points. Their last five games saw them score an average of 44.0 points while conceding only 11.0, highlighting their offensive prowess and defensive strength.

In contrast, the South Dakota Coyotes came into the game with a record of 2-3 for the season and a recent form of 7-3 over their last ten games. They had won their last two games, averaging 30.0 points scored but also allowing 24.9 points per game. However, their away record was a concerning 1-3, which was evident in their struggle against a formidable Bison team.

Historically, the Bison had faced the Coyotes just once in the previous season, where they narrowly lost 28-29 in a closely contested game. This previous meeting added an extra layer of anticipation for the Bison as they sought to avenge that defeat. However, the Coyotes were unable to replicate their success from last season, falling short in this matchup.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but any absence of key players could have influenced the Coyotes' performance. The conditions at the Fargodome were likely favorable for the Bison, known for their strong home-field advantage.

The betting market had priced the Bison as significant favorites, with a final home win probability of 1.0 according to the data. This reflects the confidence in their capability to secure a victory against the Coyotes.

Viewers of the game witnessed a display of offensive firepower from the Bison, who scored consistently throughout the match. The Coyotes struggled to keep pace, ultimately unable to contain the Bison's high-scoring offense. This game not only solidified the Bison's position as a dominant force in the league but also served as a reminder of the challenges the Coyotes face on the road.

Leaders

  • Passing yardsCole Payton14/18, 273 YDS, 2 TDNorth Dakota State Bison
  • Rushing yardsCole Payton11 CAR, 102 YDS, 1 TDNorth Dakota State Bison
  • Receiving yardsBryce Lance4 REC, 98 YDS, 1 TDNorth Dakota State Bison
  • Passing yardsAidan Bouman13/21, 208 YDS, 1 INTSouth Dakota Coyotes
  • Rushing yardsReid Watkins8 CAR, 39 YDSSouth Dakota Coyotes
  • Receiving yardsTennel Bryant2 REC, 50 YDSSouth Dakota Coyotes

Recent form

North Dakota State Bison

Last 10: 9-1Streak W542.1 scored · 13.9 allowed per game6-0 at home

  • W41-14vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksSep 13
  • W59-3at Tennessee State TigersSep 6
  • W38-0at The Citadel BulldogsAug 30
  • W31-7vs Mercer BearsDec 14
  • W51-31vs Abilene Christian WildcatsDec 7
  • L28-29at South Dakota CoyotesNov 23
  • W59-21vs Missouri State BearsNov 16
  • W42-19vs Northern Iowa PanthersNov 2
  • W59-6at Murray State RacersOct 26
  • W13-9vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsOct 20

South Dakota Coyotes

Last 10: 7-3Streak W230 scored · 24.9 allowed per game1-3 away

  • W42-21vs Drake BulldogsSep 20
  • W24-17vs Northern Colorado BearsSep 13
  • L13-20at Lamar CardinalsSep 6
  • L7-55at Iowa State CyclonesAug 30
  • W35-21vs UC Davis AggiesDec 14
  • W42-31vs Tarleton State TexansDec 7
  • W29-28vs North Dakota State BisonNov 23
  • W42-36at North Dakota Fighting HawksNov 16
  • W49-0vs Indiana State SycamoresNov 9
  • L17-20at South Dakota State JackrabbitsOct 26

Standings

TeamOverallIn conference
Illinois State1-00-0
North Dakota1-00-0
South Dakota1-00-0
South Dakota State1-00-0
Youngstown State1-00-0
Northern Iowa0-00-0
Indiana State0-10-0
Murray State0-10-0
Southern Illinois0-10-0
North Dakota State1-00-0
Air Force0-00-0
Nevada0-00-0
New Mexico0-00-0
Northern Illinois0-00-0
UTEP0-00-0
Wyoming0-00-0
Hawai'i0-10-0
San José State0-10-0
UNLV0-10-0

Box score

StatSouth Dakota CoyotesNorth Dakota State Bison
First downs1324
Third downs2-910-13
Fourth downs0-11-1
Total yards296547
Net passing yards208273
Completions13/2115/19
Yards per pass9.914.4
Rushing yards88274
Rushing attempts2750
Yards per rush3.35.5
Penalties5-206-45
Turnovers10
Fumbles lost00
Interceptions thrown10
Time of possession24:5335:07

Win probability

Above the line favours North Dakota State Bison, below favours South Dakota Coyotes.

Venue

  • FargodomeFargo, ND
  • Attendance18498

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