Austyn Modrzewski sets South Dakota record with six touchdown passes

In South Dakota, Austyn Modrzewski made a stunning college football debut, throwing six touchdown passes in a 59-20 victory over Central Connecticut on August 29, 2026. The redshirt freshman completed 16 of 20 passes for 304 yards and added a rushing touchdown. Under new head coach Matt Vitzthum, the Coyotes scored eight consecutive touchdowns after an initial three-and-out, leading to a 42-10 halftime advantage.