Missouri State Football Defeats Northern Iowa 49-42

Missouri State football achieved a significant milestone by defeating Northern Iowa 49-42, marking their sixth consecutive win and keeping them undefeated in the Missouri Valley Football Conference (MVFC) at 4-0. Quarterback Jacob Clark threw for 275 yards and three touchdowns, while running backs Jacardia Wright and Jayden Becks each contributed over 100 rushing yards and two touchdowns. The Bears, now 6-2 overall, control their destiny for a potential MVFC championship as they prepare for their next two games against winless opponents. This performance is notable as it represents Missouri State's first six-game win streak since 1990, following a long history of struggles in November. Despite the victory, Northern Iowa fell to 2-6, struggling defensively as they allowed a season-high 575 total yards to Missouri State. The Bears' resurgence comes as they aim for their first league title since the pandemic-altered spring season of 2021, although NCAA rules prevent them from qualifying for the FCS playoffs next year due to their move to Conference USA.