by VERMILLION, S.D. — Wide receiver Deng Deng caught a career-high 8 passes for 88 yards Saturday as North Dakota fell 26-23 in overtime at South Dakota.
Deng was the Fighting Hawks’ top target all afternoon, setting a personal best in receptions in the rivalry matchup.
North Dakota rallied late to force overtime at 20-20, but South Dakota struck on the second play of the extra period and the Hawks couldn’t answer.
The loss drops North Dakota in the Missouri Valley standings despite a strong offensive showing from its receiving corps.
Up next: North Dakota returns home for its next conference game.
