The Montana Grizzlies (13-1) and South Dakota State Jackrabbits (14-0) meet Sunday in the FCS Championship Game at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas. Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET (ABC/ESPN+). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Montana vs. South Dakota State odds, and make our expert college football picks and predictions.
The Grizzlies survived against North Dakota State in 2 OT in the semifinals, winning 31-29. It was the 2nd straight game which wasn’t decided in regulation, as the Montana won 35-28 in OT against Furman in the quarters.
The Jackrabbits have been a machine, winning all 14 games, including 12 by double-digits. South Dakota State steamrolled Albany 59-0 in the semifinals on Dec. 15, and the defense has pitched a shutout in 3 of the past 5 games overall.
South Dakota State is the defending FCS champion, winning 45-21 against North Dakota State at Toyota Stadium last season. The Jacks are trying to become the 1st team to repeat since North Dakota State won 3 titles in a row from 2017-19.