The Drake Bulldogs kept within striking distance early but came up empty in the second half of a 42-14 loss at Idaho on Saturday. The Bulldogs led 14-7 early in the second quarter but Idaho pulled ahead 20-14 by halftime and rolled away in the second half.
The Vandals outgained the Bulldogs 462-212 using a balanced attack. Idaho had 223 rushing yards and 239 passing. Elisha Cummings and Roshaun Johnson each had a rushing score for Idaho.
Drake got a rushing touchdown from Davion Cherwin and Dorian Boyland. The Bulldogs fall to 0-3 on the season and Idaho moved to 1-2.
The Bulldogs will return home to Drake Stadium for their PFL opener against Marist on Saturday, Sept. 24 at 1 p.m.