DES MOINES, Iowa -- The Drake University football team opens Pioneer Football League action on Saturday as the Bulldogs host Valparaiso at Drake Stadium at 1 p.m.
Drake went 1-2 in non-conference action, while Valparaiso also posted a 1-2 record during non-conference play. Valpo is coming off a 44-10 win over Trinity International. The Bulldogs completed their tough non-conference schedule with hard fought 51-10 setback at No. 4 South Dakota State.
Saturday's contest is the 25th meeting between Drake and Valpo. The Bulldogs hold a 21-3 all-time series record and have won the last 13 meetings over Valpo, marking the second longest active streak for most consecutive wins over an opponent in an uninterrupted series.