MISSOULA, Mont. (Interstat) — Montana overcame a 29-point, first-quarter deficit to defeat South Dakota State 50-29 on Saturday at Washington-Grizzly Stadium. The Grizzlies scored 44 unanswered points after the Jackrabbits’ explosive start.

South Dakota State quarterback Chase Mason connected with Grahm Goering for a 95-yard touchdown on the game’s opening drive, part of a 14-point first quarter. The Jackrabbits led 29-0 before Montana found its footing.

Grizzlies quarterback Keali’i Ah Yat led the monumental comeback, passing for 360 yards and four touchdowns. Running back Eli Gillman added 135 rushing yards and two scores. Montana’s defense secured two interceptions to stifle the Jackrabbits’ offense after the first quarter.

The victory improved Montana’s record to 12-1, while South Dakota State fell to 9-5.