# NDSU Wins 31-17 to Become Bowl Eligible

> North Dakota State secures bowl eligibility with 31-17 victory over Nevada in first FBS season.
- Title: NDSU Wins 31-17 to Become Bowl Eligible · Valleynewslive
- Summary: North Dakota State secures bowl eligibility with 31-17 victory over Nevada in first FBS season. North Dakota State earned its sixth win of the season with a…
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- Source: Valleynewslive — https://valleynewslive.com/2026/10/18/ndsu-becomes-bowl-eligible-with-31-17-win-over-nevada-first-fbs-season
- Published: 2026-10-18T04:03:46.265+00:00
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## NDSU Wins 31-17
North Dakota State earned its sixth win of the season with a 31-17 victory over Nevada, officially becoming bowl eligible in its first FBS season.
## Game Highlights
Nevada QB AJ Bianco scored first, but Nathan Hayes and Mekhi Collins helped NDSU lead 19-11 at halftime.
## Final Score
NDSU won 31-17 with a touchdown pass to Reis Kessel, securing bowl eligibility in year one at the FBS level.
## Key takeaway

North Dakota State earned its sixth win of the season with a 31-17 victory over Nevada, becoming bowl eligible in its first FBS season.