Concordia-St. Paul rallied from a 19-point halftime deficit but fell to Winona State, 34-27, after the Warriors scored on a late, clock-draining drive. The Golden Bears cut the gap to six, then scored with 18 seconds left, but Winona State recovered the ensuing onside kick to secure the NSIC South win.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Winona State 34, Concordia-St. Paul 27.
  • Halftime score: Winona State 26, Concordia-St. Paul 7.
  • Second-half total offense: Concordia 265 yards; Winona State 133.
  • Winona State rushing: 298 yards on 37 carries.
  • Lincoln Graf: 17-of-26 passing for 190 yards and 2 touchdowns, plus a rushing touchdown.
Yes, But

Concordia’s second-half defense and offense brought the game within reach, and the Golden Bears won the turnover battle. But Winona State’s explosive runs built the early lead, and its final 14-play scoring drive used 6:50—leaving Concordia little time to complete the comeback.

What’s Next

Concordia returns to the road next Saturday to face No. 22 Wayne State at 1 p.m. in Wayne, Nebraska.

Bottom Line

The comeback showed Concordia’s resilience, but the Warriors’ big plays before halftime and composed finish proved decisive.