- South Dakota State vs. Northwestern19¢
- Spread: Northwestern (-12.5)50¢
- O/U 46.550¢
- Northwestern Team Total: O/U 27.556¢
- Northwestern Team Total: O/U 33.538¢
- South Dakota State Team Total: O/U 10.573¢
- South Dakota State Team Total: O/U 13.565¢
- South Dakota State Team Total: O/U 16.551¢
- Northwestern Team Total: O/U 24.567¢
- Northwestern Team Total: O/U 30.547¢
- Northwestern Team Total: O/U 36.527¢
- South Dakota State Team Total: O/U 19.541¢
In the upcoming college football game, scheduled for September 5 at 8:00PM ET: If South Dakota State wins, the market will resolve to "South Dakota State". If Northwestern wins, the market will resolve to "Northwestern". If the game is postponed, this market will remain open until the game has been completed. If the game is canceled entirely or ends in a tie, with no make-up game, this market will resolve 50-50.
Northwestern enters its 2026 season opener as a significant favorite against No. 2-ranked South Dakota State, hosting the FCS program at Martin Stadium while unveiling offensive coordinator Chip Kelly’s scheme and transfer quarterback Aidan Chiles. The Wildcats finished 7-6 in 2025 with modest offensive production and now seek early momentum in a revamped attack featuring running backs Caleb Komolafe and others. South Dakota State, coming off a 70-7 rout of Stetson that showcased its elite rushing attack averaging nearly 400 yards per game, brings strong defensive metrics and continuity under second-year coach Dan Jackson after a 9-5 campaign. The matchup marks the programs’ first meeting, with Northwestern’s FBS resources and home environment creating a notable gap despite the Jackrabbits’ proven FCS pedigree and recent national title contention. Schedule context and injury reports will further shape outcomes in this Week 1 college football contest.