Montana State beats Illinois State 35-34 in OT thriller for 1st national title since 1984 - AP News
Google News • 1/6/2026 • Last cited 1/6/2026
Summary
Montana State University won the FCS National Championship by defeating Illinois State 35-34 in overtime, marking their first national title since 1984, according to AP News. The game concluded with a decisive extra point that secured the victory for Montana State.
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