Montana State beats Illinois State in OT thriller for 1st national title since 1984
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Key Points:
- Montana State won its first national championship since 1984 by defeating Illinois State 35-34 in overtime in the FCS title game, with Myles Sansted's extra point securing the victory.
- The Bobcats overcame a slow start to the season and key moments like a blocked field goal late in regulation to extend their winning streak to 14 games.
- Quarterback Justin Lamson threw for 280 yards and two touchdowns, also rushing for two scores, while wide receiver Taco Dowler had eight catches for 111 yards.
- Illinois State made history as the first FCS team to win four straight road games en route to the championship but fell short in their first title game appearance since 2014.
- Montana
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