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Chase Spellman’s 4 total TDs power Drake to 41-7 win over Division II opponent

Chase Spellman scored four touchdowns and completed 14 of 16 passes for 233 yards, leading Drake to a dominant 41-7 win in coach Joe Woodley's debut.

  • On Thursday night, Chase Spellman accounted for four touchdowns, two passing and two rushing, powering Drake Bulldogs to a 41-7 win over Division II opponent Upper Iowa in Joe Woodley's debut.
  • Joe Woodley arrives after compiling a 72-5 record over six seasons at NAIA Grand View and winning the 2024 national championship, raising expectations at Drake.
  • Early in the game, Spellman connected on a 27-yard pass to Hank Foley and added a 28-yard touchdown run, producing a 14-0 lead through the first quarter.
  • Drake's control was clear, leading 24-0 at halftime and adding second-half scores while Upper Iowa scored once on Darryl Overstreet Jr.'s 34-yard pass to Mante Morrow.
  • Spellman erupted early, accounting for three long touchdowns in the first 18 minutes, highlighting a rapid offensive start for Drake Bulldogs offense under new leadership.
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