TWO NONCONFERENCE GAMES SET FOR SDSU FOOTBALL

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1/30/2026 12:06:00 PM | Football

South Dakota State's 2026 football schedule has been revised with the switching of dates and opponents for two nonconference games.

The Jackrabbits are now slated to travel to Northwestern (Ill.) on Sept. 5 for their first matchup against a Big Ten opponent since 2022. SDSU will then host Football Championship Subdivision newcomer New Haven on Sept. 12 at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium.

Kickoff times and exact venue for the game against Northwestern will be announced at later dates.

The remainder of SDSU's nonconference schedule is yet to be finalized. Missouri Valley Football Conference action begins Oct. 3, when the Jackrabbits host Murray State.

SDSU has qualified for the FCS playoffs 14 consecutive seasons and won back-to-back national championships in 2022 and 2023. The 2025 squad posted a 9-5 overall record and advanced to the second round of postseason play.

-GoJacks.com-