North Dakota State stages epic comeback to defeat Abilene Christian
- Abilene Christian took an early lead with a 17-3 advantage.
- North Dakota State scored 31 consecutive points, marking a major turnaround in the game.
- The victory secures North Dakota State's place in the quarterfinals of the FCS playoffs.
In Fargo, North Dakota, on Saturday, December 7, 2024, the North Dakota State Bison hosted the Abilene Christian Wildcats in the second round of the FCS playoffs. The Bison, ranked second in the playoffs, faced a challenging start, falling behind 17-3 in the first half due to a series of successful plays from the Wildcats, including a 13-yard touchdown pass and a 90-yard run. However, momentum shifted when Jackson Williams returned a kickoff for a touchdown, igniting a phenomenal 31-point scoring run by North Dakota State, enabling them to secure a lead of 20-17 by halftime. Cam Miller's impressive performance, with multiple touchdown passes and a rushing touchdown, solidified the Bison's dominance as they outscored Abilene Christian in the second half. Despite the Wildcats' efforts to close the gap, including a quick touchdown response in the fourth quarter, the Bison maintained their lead and clinched a 51-31 victory. This win extends North Dakota State's playoff participation to 15 consecutive years as they look forward to competing in the quarterfinals against Mercer.