North Dakota State Captures 10th FCS Title
Frisco, TX – North Dakota State University celebrated its 10th FCS Championship title on Monday, January 6, 2024, after a thrilling 35-32 victory over the previously undefeated Montana State. This win further solidifies NDSU’s dominance in the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS), showcasing their resilience and strategic prowess on the field.
The 2024-25 FCS playoffs featured a competitive 24-team bracket, with the top 16 teams seeded. The leading eight received automatic byes to the second round, while the remaining teams engaged in first-round matchups. The selections for the playoff bracket were announced on November 24, 2024.
The playoff schedule was as follows:
- First Round: Saturday, November 30
- Second Round: Saturday, December 7
- Quarterfinals: December 13-14
- Semifinals: Saturday, December 21
- National Championship: January 6, 7 p.m. ET on ESPN.
In recent FCS championship history, South Dakota State emerged as the champion in 2023, defeating Montana with a score of 23-3. The previous years have seen NDSU also clinch titles in 2021 and 2019, maintaining a strong competitive presence in the division.
The landscape of FCS football is evolving, with conference realignments and shifting dynamics promising to shape the future of the sport. As the anticipation builds for next season’s playoffs, fans are eager to see how the competition unfolds and whether North Dakota State can continue its legacy of excellence.
For further details about FCS champions and history, visit the NCAA’s official page, which chronicles every champion since 1978.
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