(UNIPANTHERS) CEDAR FALLS, Iowa — University of Northern Iowa football dominated St. Thomas in its home season opener, 44-3

UNI scored off the opening drive, and six Panthers found a way to score. UNI kept St. Thomas to just 26 rushing yards. On the UNI side, the offense was balanced, recording 193 yards in both receiving and rushing.

Benny Sapp III came up big with two interceptions, and Stefan Black II picked up a third for UNI.

UP NEXT:
UNI hosts Youngstown State for Homecoming.The Panthers are 24-9 against the Penguins. UNI shut out Youngstown 21-0 in their last meeting in Ohio on Feb. 27, 2021. Fans are encouraged to wear purple. Kickoff is 4 p.m. Oct. 2, and the game will be televised on ESPN+.