CEDAR FALLS — The Northern Iowa football team dominated St. Thomas in its home season opener 44-3 on Saturday.
UNI scored on the opening drive, and six Panthers scored in the game. 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.
UNI hosts Youngstown State for Homecoming on Oct. 2. The Panthers are 24-9 against the Penguins.