Indiana State Sycamores at South Dakota State Jackrabbits
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Rochelle's big day sends Indiana State to 24-12 upset over South Dakota State
It's the first-ever win against a top-five opponent for the Sycamores (3-6, 1-4 Missouri Valley Conference), as SDSU entered the matchup fifth in the FCS coaches' poll. Indiana State last defeated SDSU on Oct. 1, 2011, 38-28.
Indiana State trailed for just 14 seconds of game time, as Rochelle's 95-yard return gave them a 7-3 lead after the Jackrabbits opened the game with a 44-yard field goal.
Kimal Clark (15 total tackles, 1 sack) and Nic Yatsko (14 total tackles, 1 forced fumble) were dominant in the secondary for the Sycamores, who allowed 226 passing yards and held the Jackrabbits (7-2, 3-2) to just one touchdown.
Keegan Patterson was 15-for-25 passing for 188 yards and two touchdowns, matching career-highs in touchdowns and completions.
After a 33-game home winning streak, the fourth-longest in FCS history, SDSU has dropped two straight at home. Indiana State snapped a six-game skid after facing five FCS ranked teams and current FBS No. 2 Indiana.
How To Watch
How can I watch Indiana State Sycamores vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits?
- TV Channel: Sycamores at Jackrabbits 2021 College Football, week 10, is broadcasted on ESPN+.
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Scoring Summary
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FG | 1st Period 11:39 | Eli Stader 44 Yd Field Goal |
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TD | 1st Period 11:25 | Rashad Rochelle 95 Yd Kickoff Return (Sebastian Lopez Kick) |
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FG | 2nd Period 14:19 | Sebastian Lopez 46 Yd Field Goal |
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FG | 2nd Period 9:27 | Eli Stader 46 Yd Field Goal |
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TD | 3rd Period 5:03 | Rashad Rochelle 14 Yd pass from Keegan Patterson (Sebastian Lopez Kick) |
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TD | 4th Period 8:36 | Alex Bullock 27 Yd pass from Luke Marble (Two-Point Run Conversion Failed) |
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TD | 4th Period 3:06 | Rashad Rochelle 57 Yd pass from Keegan Patterson (Sebastian Lopez Kick) |
Statistics
 INST |
 SDST |
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|---|---|---|
| 9 | 1st Downs | 26 |
| 3-11 | 3rd down efficiency | 10-19 |
| 0-0 | 4th down efficiency | 0-5 |
| 228 | Total Yards | 441 |
| 188 | Passing | 279 |
| 15/25 | Comp/Att | 24/42 |
| 7.5 | Yards per pass | 6.6 |
| 40 | Rushing | 162 |
| 20 | Rushing Attempts | 50 |
| 2.0 | Yards per rush | 3.2 |
| 2-10 | Penalties | 4-41 |
| 0 | Turnovers | 3 |
| 0 | Fumbles lost | 1 |
| 0 | Interceptions thrown | 2 |
| 18:48 | Possession | 41:12 |
Game Information
Location: Brookings, SD
Attendance: 15,842 · Capacity:
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