Box Score
FARGO, N.D. – Despite a strong defensive effort on the road, No. 25 Northern Iowa's upset bid fell short against No. 2 North Dakota State as turnovers doomed the Panthers on the road, 30-14.
UNI fell to 4-4 overall and 3-2 in MVC play, while the undefeated Bison extended their record to 8-0 overall and 5-0 in the MVC.
The Panther defense forced two early turnovers against the Bison, while also blocking two first quarter field goals but couldn't cash in on the early opportunities. The UNI defense held NDSU to 28 rushing yards at halftime, before the Bison gained 141 in the second half.