SDSU football playoff central: Latest on South Dakota State's big season, FCS title appearance

South Dakota State players celebrate Mark Gronowski's touchdown in a game against UC-Davis on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium in Brookings.
South Dakota State players celebrate Mark Gronowski's touchdown in a game against UC-Davis on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium in Brookings.

The Jackrabbits are FCS national champions. Finally.

Argus Leader's Matt Zimmer has been with the Jacks since the first day of training camp, and if you missed any coverage throughout the season, this is your South Dakota State football playoff home page.

It's all here: Game recaps, analysis, opinion columns, features, player profiles and more.

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FINALLY CHAMPS: South Dakota State routs Bison for first national championship.

ZIMMER: After 26 years, John Stiegelmeier has his national championship.

SDSU celebrates title with fans.

SDSU has pieces in place to repeat as national champs.

Jackrabbits (from left) Mark Gronowski, John Stiegelmeier, Mason McCormick and Zach Heins celebrate the national championship.
Jackrabbits (from left) Mark Gronowski, John Stiegelmeier, Mason McCormick and Zach Heins celebrate the national championship.

Recent coverage:

SDSU fans turn out in droves for national championship.

With NFL career looming, Tucker Kraft prepares for one last ride with South Dakota State.

South Dakota State vs. North Dakota State: The tale of the tape.

Four keys to a South Dakota State win.

Four keys to a North Dakota State win.

Mark Gronowski grateful for second chance in Frisco after injury in 2021.

With three straight losses to SDSU, 'underdog' Bison have plenty of motivation in national championship.

Looking back at this year's Dakota Marker game and what both teams can take from it.

A look at NDSU's 9-0 history at the national championship in Frisco.

How to watch and what to know about the FCS national championship game.

South Dakota State football anxious to make good on second trip to Frisco.

South Dakota State vs. North Dakota State is the national championships we've been waiting for.

South Dakota State vs. North Dakota State in the playoffs.

ZIMMER: Finally, it's NDSU vs SDSU in Frisco.

FRISCO BOUND: SDSU routs Montana State to clinch berth in national championship.

South Dakota State players toss snow into the air while celebrating their win over Montana State in the FCS semifinals, taking them to the national championship, on Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium in Brookings, SD.
South Dakota State players toss snow into the air while celebrating their win over Montana State in the FCS semifinals, taking them to the national championship, on Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium in Brookings, SD.

Tucker Kraft has breakout game against Bobcats after being quiet in first two rounds.

Three keys to Montana State at South Dakota State in the FCS playoffs.

Can South Dakota State slow down Montana State's dual threat quarterbacks?

How to watch and what to know about Montana State at South Dakota State.

South Dakota State's semifinal history in the FCS playoffs.

Pierre Strong has a breakout game in Patriots win on Monday night.

Former South Dakota State coach dies at 84.

One more to Frisco, as SDSU playoff run comes full circle.

SDSU survives challenge from 8th-seeded Holy Cross.

Holy Cross quarterback Matthew Sluka gives SDSU all it can handle.

Holy Cross brings stronger, more confident team in second trip to Brookings.

How to watch and what to know about Holy Cross at South Dakota State.

South Dakota State embracing the pressure of being No. 1 team in the nation.

Jacks rout Delaware in second round FCS playoff action.

SDSU's rout of Delaware sparked by dominance on offensive and defensive lines.

Previous coverage:

South Dakota State football game-by-game

Week 1: Iowa 7, South Dakota State 3

Week 2: South Dakota State 24, UC-Davis 22

Week 3: South Dakota State 45, Butler 17

Week 4: South Dakota State 28, Missouri State 14

Week 5: South Dakota State 34, Western Illinois 10

Week 6: South Dakota State 28, South Dakota 3

Week 7: South Dakota State 23, North Dakota State 21

Week 8: South Dakota State 49, North Dakota 35

Week 9: South Dakota State 49, Indiana State 7

Week 10: South Dakota State 31, Northern Iowa 28

Week 11: South Dakota State 31, Illinois State 7

Playoffs: South Dakota State 42, Delaware 6

Playoffs: South Dakota State 42, Holy Cross 21

Playoffs: South Dakota State 39, Montana State 18

NATTY: South Dakota State 45, North Dakota State 21

South Dakota State football feature stories

With NFL career looming, Tucker Kraft prepares for one last ride with South Dakota State.

Mark Gronowski grateful for second chance in Frisco after injury in 2021.

Hunter Dustman thrives as SDSU's kicker, punter and kickoff specialist.

NAIA transfer Jason Freeman emerges to lead SDSU defense

How SDSU rode its defense to the top of FCS

Bad news for the Valley: Tucker Kraft is back

Mason McCormick and Garret Greenfield are the anchors of the SDSU offense

Jacks offense making steady progress under Zach Lujan

SDSU to debut new helmets after gift from former players

Mark Gronowski's return from injury highlights SDSU title pursuit

Mark Gronowski celebrates a 2nd quarter touchdown run in SDSU's win over Illinois State.
Mark Gronowski celebrates a 2nd quarter touchdown run in SDSU's win over Illinois State.

Matt Zimmer's hot takes on South Dakota State football

ZIMMER: After 26 years, John Stiegelmeier has his national championship.

South Dakota State vs. North Dakota State is the national championships we've been waiting for.

ZIMMER: Finally, it's NDSU vs SDSU in Frisco.

One more to Frisco, as SDSU playoff run comes full circle.

C'mon Jacks fans, it's not that cold

Zim's Valley All-Pro team

Breaking down the race for the No. 1 seed

Jacks determined to make sure letdown loss won't happen

After big win, Jacks must prove they can avoid letdown loss

Jacks left nothing to chance in win over NDSU

Are the Jacks the favorites in the Dakota Marker rivalry game?

After nearly shutting out USD, Jacks defense is playing unreal

With consecutive Coyote wins, the USD/SDSU rivalry has never been better

Win over Missouri State couldn't be bigger for SDSU

Jacks trip to Missouri State is Bears' biggest game in years

South Dakota State's Tyler Feldkamp breaks free for a punt return touchdown during Saturday's 45-17 win over Butler. The play was called back because of an illegal formation penalty.
South Dakota State's Tyler Feldkamp breaks free for a punt return touchdown during Saturday's 45-17 win over Butler. The play was called back because of an illegal formation penalty.

Other coverage:

SDSU's rout of Delaware sparked by dominance on offensive and defensive lines.

Jacks dominate Missouri Valley Football All-Conference team

Tucker Kraft declares for NFL Draft

Jacks earn top seed in FCS playoffs

South Dakota prep rushing champ chooses Jacks

Jacks embrace consecutive bye weeks

Jacks bring back 13 personnel in win over Sycamores

Tucker Kraft returns in a big way

Jacks are No. 1 for first time in Division I

History of the Dakota Marker rivalry

Inside SDSU's game-clinching drive against USD

A history of the USD/SDSU rivalry

Isaiah Davis breaks out against Western Illinois

Six reasons for SDSU offense's slow start

What we learned in SDSU's loss to Iowa

Amidst NFL hype, SDSU prospects focus on present

SDSU opens training camp intent on title run

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