(GODRAKEBULLDOGS) GRAND FORKS, N.D. – The Drake University football team dropped its final non-conference game Saturday as No. 11 North Dakota won 38-0 at the Alerus Center.

North Dakota (2-1) accumulated 527 total yards and overcame four lost fumbles and one interception forced by the Drake (1-2) defense. The Fighting Sioux’s defense limited the Bulldogs’ offense to just 163 total yards, intercepted three passes and held Drake to just six first downs with just two before the final quarter.

Sophomore quarterback Luke Bailey made his first career start in place of injured Ian Corwin. Bailey threw for 58 yards and had two interceptions. Cross Robinson rushed for 39 yards while Collin Howard had 39 receiving yards on two catches.

Drake starts its Pioneer Football League slate at home as Valparaiso will visit Sept. 25. Kickoff at Drake Stadium is scheduled for noon.