MISSOULA, Mont.: Montana beats South Dakota as John Nguyen scores his 2nd touchdown of the season

John Nguyen scored on a 9-yard run late in the first quarter and the Grizzlies never trailed in the game, taking a 7-3 lead into halftime.

“Montana did exactly what they had to do to win the game tonight,” said South Dakota coach Joe Glenn, a former Montana head coach. “They made a point to run the football and they established that early.”

The Grizzlies picked up 207 yards on the ground. Jordan Canada led the way with 114 yards on 16 carries.

“Our backs played really well,” said Montana coach Mick Delaney. “I’m really proud of our offensive line. They are getting better all the time.”

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