Oklahoma State University, ranked 17th, defeated the two-time defending FCS national champion South Dakota State with a decisive 44-20 victory, ending the Jackrabbits' 29-game winning streak. Quarterback Alan Bowman, in his seventh year of eligibility, completed 25 of 34 passes for 265 yards and threw three touchdown passes, while running back Ollie Gordon II scored three times, contributing significantly with 104 rushing yards. The Cowboys took control early, leading 17-6 at halftime and extending their lead with a dominant 21-point third quarter. South Dakota State's quarterback Mark Gronowski managed to respond with a touchdown pass to Grahm Goering, but the Jackrabbits struggled to keep pace. This loss marks SDSU's first since a 2022 defeat against Iowa, while Oklahoma State's performance showcased both offensive and defensive strengths. The game was played in front of a vibrant crowd at Boone Pickens Stadium, marking an exciting start to the 2024 season.