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Northern Iowa Panthers vs. South Dakota State Jackrabbits: 2023 Week 7 Recap

Jackrabbits defeat Panthers 41–6 in Week 7

Mark Gronowski paced the box score as Jackrabbits closed out a 6–41 Week 7 finish.

Northern Iowa Panthers 6 2-3
Final 6–41
South Dakota State Jackrabbits 41 7-0 Winner
Winner
South Dakota State Jackrabbits
Final score
6–41
Halftime
Northern Iowa Panthers 3–21 South Dakota State Jackrabbits
Top passer
Mark Gronowski
FantasyHQ MVP
Mark Gronowski

Top CFB performers · Panthers

  • Aidan Dunne 14.0 yds · +0.71 EPA/play +1.4 EPA
  • Zach Brand 30.0 yds -0.2 EPA
  • Jc Roque Jr. 12.0 yds -1.7 EPA

Top CFB performers · Jackrabbits

  • Mark Gronowski 291.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.68 EPA/play +17.7 EPA
  • Isaiah Davis 100.0 yds · 1 TD +2.3 EPA
  • Amar Johnson 33.0 yds -1.1 EPA

Quick answer

South Dakota State Jackrabbits defeated Northern Iowa Panthers 41–6 in Week 7, 2023. Final score: Northern Iowa Panthers 6, South Dakota State Jackrabbits 41.

Game summary

South Dakota State Jackrabbits dominated Northern Iowa Panthers 41–6 in Week 7 of the 2023 season.

  • Scoring: 5 touchdowns, 4 field goals across 9 plays.
  • Passing leader: Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) — 291.0 pass yds, 3 TD, +0.68 EPA/play.
  • Rushing leader: Isaiah Davis — 100.0 yds, 1 TD.
  • Receiving leader: Sam Schnee — 4 rec, 104.0 yds.
  • EPA edge: South Dakota State (+0.189/play) vs Northern Iowa (-0.505/play).

Line score

Final score and points by quarter.

TeamQ1Q2Q3Q4Final
Northern Iowa Panthers03036
South Dakota State Jackrabbits12912341

Scoring Map

Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.

UNINorthern Iowa Panthers
SDSTSouth Dakota State Jackrabbits

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Scoring timeline

9 scores

Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.

  1. South Dakota State
    Q1TD
    MGMark Gronowski

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-6

    Mark Gronowski rushes 1 yard for a touchdown

  2. South Dakota State
    Q1TD
    IDIsaiah Davis

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-12

    Isaiah Davis rushes 3 yards for a touchdown

  3. South Dakota State
    Q2TD
    JJJadon Janke

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    0-18

    Mark Gronowski pass to Jadon Janke for a touchdown (16 yards)

  4. South Dakota State
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 25
    Score
    0-21

    Field goal good from 42 yards

  5. Northern Iowa
    Q2FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 21
    Score
    3-21

    Field goal good from 38 yards

  6. South Dakota State
    Q3TD
    ZHZach Heins

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    3-27

    Mark Gronowski pass to Zach Heins for a touchdown (6 yards)

  7. South Dakota State
    Q3TD
    ZHZach Heins

    Points+6

    Yard line
    OPP EZ
    Score
    3-33

    Mark Gronowski pass to Zach Heins for a touchdown (23 yards)

  8. South Dakota State
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 25
    Score
    3-36

    Field goal good from 42 yards

  9. Northern Iowa
    Q4FG

    Points+3

    Yard line
    OPP 26
    Score
    6-36

    Field goal good from 43 yards

Stars of the game

Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.

Passing

  • Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) — 291.0 yds · 3 TD · +0.68 EPA/play +17.73 EPA
  • Aidan Dunne (Northern Iowa) — 14.0 yds · +0.71 EPA/play +1.41 EPA
  • Theo Day (Northern Iowa) — 183.0 yds · -0.21 EPA/play -5.90 EPA

Rushing

  • Isaiah Davis (South Dakota State) — 100.0 yds · 1 TD +0.14 EPA
  • Amar Johnson (South Dakota State) — 33.0 yds -0.14 EPA
  • Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) — 30.0 yds · 1 TD -0.70 EPA

Receiving

  • Sam Schnee (Northern Iowa) — 4 rec · 104.0 yds +2.29 EPA
  • Zach Heins (South Dakota State) — 3 rec · 69.0 yds +0.64 EPA
  • Griffin Wilde (South Dakota State) — 4 rec · 60.0 yds +1.53 EPA

Quarterback report card

Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.

PlayerTeamAttCmp%YdsTDEPA/playTotal EPA
Mark GronowskiSouth Dakota State2676.9%2913+0.68+17.73
Aidan DunneNorthern Iowa2100.0%140+0.71+1.41
Theo DayNorthern Iowa2857.1%1830-0.21-5.90

Team EPA comparison

StatNorthern IowaSouth Dakota State
Plays5161
EPA / play-0.505+0.189
Total EPA-25.77+11.56
Success rate37.3%47.5%
Pass EPA / play-0.149+0.682
Rush EPA / play-1.013-0.176
Yards260458

Drive chart

Key possessions and results.

QtrOffensePlaysYardsEPAResult
Q1Northern Iowa520-1.48Punt
Q1South Dakota State860+4.79Rush TD
Q1Northern Iowa310-4.84Fumble
Q1South Dakota State635+2.77Rush TD
Q1Northern Iowa220-4.28Fumble
Q1South Dakota State233-3.13Fumble
Q1Northern Iowa1341-3.13Interception
Q2South Dakota State532-3.47Fumble
Q2Northern Iowa1-4-6.00Fumble
Q2South Dakota State447+3.41Pass TD
Q2Northern Iowa540-1.44Interception
Q2South Dakota State635-1.02Field goal
Q2Northern Iowa345-0.72Field goal
Q3South Dakota State874+4.78Pass TD
Q3Northern Iowa3-5-3.72Punt
Q3South Dakota State988+5.40Pass TD

Biggest EPA swings

  1. Q2 · Northern Iowa Panthers · Fumble (-6.0 EPA)
  2. Q1 · Northern Iowa Panthers · Fumble (-5.99 EPA)
  3. Q4 · Northern Iowa Panthers · Theo Day pass to Sam Schnee for 66 yards (3rd & 2) (+5.65 EPA)
  4. Q1 · Northern Iowa Panthers · Fumble (-5.04 EPA)
  5. Q2 · Northern Iowa Panthers · Theo Day pass intercepted (-4.42 EPA)
  6. Q2 · South Dakota State Jackrabbits · Fumble (-4.24 EPA)
  7. Q2 · Northern Iowa Panthers · Theo Day pass intercepted (-3.77 EPA)
  8. Q2 · Northern Iowa Panthers · Theo Day pass to Logan Wolf for 33 yards (3rd & 9) (+3.65 EPA)

Key takeaways

  • South Dakota State Jackrabbits controlled the final (41–6) in Week 7.
  • Passing edge: Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) — 291.0 yds, 3 TD.
  • EPA edge: South Dakota State at 0.189 EPA/play.
  • Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Frequently asked questions

What was the final score of Northern Iowa Panthers vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits?

Northern Iowa Panthers 6, South Dakota State Jackrabbits 41 in Week 7 of the 2023 college football season.

Who won Northern Iowa Panthers vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits?

South Dakota State Jackrabbits won with a final score of 6–41.

Where can I find the Northern Iowa Panthers vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits box score?

See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401540408.

Who led Northern Iowa Panthers vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits in passing?

Mark Gronowski (South Dakota State) led passers with 291.0 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Full analytics box score

Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Northern Iowa Panthers at South Dakota State Jackrabbits in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.

Season records after this game

Northern Iowa Panthers

Entered 2-2 Now 2-3 L

South Dakota State Jackrabbits

Entered 6-0 Now 7-0 W