Drake coach Todd Stepsis hopes a difficult non-conference schedule pays dividends as the Bulldogs get set to open the Pioneer Football League race on Saturday (Sept. 30) afternoon at Morehead State of Kentucky. The Bulldogs are 0-3 after losses to FCS powers South Dakota State and North Dakota as well as a loss to defending NAIA champ Northwestern College.

The Bulldogs had a week off since the loss to South Dakota State and Stepsis says the bye week came at the right time.

Stepsis says the Drake offense will need to do its part by staying on the field against Morehead State.

Morehead State is 1-2 and opened the PFL race with a loss at St. Thomas of Minnesota. Kick-off Saturday in Kentucky, is at 1-p.m.