Drake visits Eastern Washington on Saturday in what is now the Bulldog’s official season opener. A week ago, Drake led Quincy 10-0 at halftime, but the game was unable to resume due to thunderstorms and later was cancelled. Bulldog coach Todd Stepsis is looking at the bright side.

Stepsis says the first goal is to stay in the game. The Bulldogs have played several Missouri Valley and Big Sky foes the past few years and none of them have been competitive.

Stepsis says it is a huge opportunity for the Bulldogs.

Drake’s outstanding defense faces a big challenge. Eastern Washington quarterback Kekoa Visperas was 25 of 28 for 275 yards and five touchdowns in a season opening win over Monmouth University.