Game Details
Time: 2:00 PM CT / 3:00 PM ET
Location: Kirkeby-Over Stadium, Sioux Falls, SD
Broadcast: MidAmerica Sports Network
Team Form & Trends
Missouri Western Griffons finished 2024 at 7–4, including a 5–1 home mark. They closed last season with a three-game win streak, highlighted by a 31–28 upset of Northwood. Their offense averaged 28 points at Spratt Stadium but struggled on third downs (32% conversion) and surrendered 24 rushing TDs.
Augustana Vikings went 9–2 in 2024, earning a #16 preseason ranking. They won nine straight before falling in the opening round of the playoffs 24–27. Augustana’s pace-and-space attack churned out 38.5 points per game, while their defense forced 18 turnovers and held opponents under 100 rushing yards five times.
Tactical Breakdown
Missouri Western will rely on smash-mouth runs inside and play-action off early success.
Augustana uses pre-snap motion and run-pass options to force misalignments and tempo fatigue.
Players to Watch
Missouri Western Griffons
QB Mike Parker: Senior dual-threat who passed for 2,400 yards and rushed for 400 in 2024
RB Joshua Wilson: Workhorse back with 1,100 yards and 12 TDs; excels between the tackles
DE Alex Johnson: Edge disruptor tallied 10 sacks and 5 forced fumbles
Augustana Vikings
QB Ethan Brooks: Preseason All-Region pick, threw 30 TDs with a 68% completion rate
WR Dylan Davis: Deep threat with 1,200 receiving yards and 14 big-play TDs
LB Noah Schmidt: Defensive captain led team with 115 tackles and 4 interceptions
Game Odds
Missouri Western Griffons 55.5
Augustana Vikings – 17.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, August 29, 2025
