WACO, Texas – South Dakota Mines is receiving votes in the AFCA Top 25 for the second consecutive week as they head into the 141^st Black Hills Brawl.

The Hardrockers go into their bye week with a 5-1 record and 3-1 RMAC record. After starting the season with a 38-35 victory at Division I Drake, the Hardrockers opened up their home slate defeating Southwest Baptist 38-17.

Following an overtime loss to Colorado Mesa, the Rockers have rattled off three straight wins at Adams State, against New Mexico Highlands and at Fort Lewis last week.

Through six contests, the Hardrockers are third in the RMAC in offense and fourth in defense. Dawson Dunbar leads the conference with 103.3 rushing yards per game and 10 touchdowns. On defense, the Rockers 10 interceptions is first in the RMAC and eighth in NCAA DII, while their rushing defense is seventh in the nation.

Overall, the Rockers are averaging a time of possession of 33:47, the best mark in the RMAC and fifth-best mark in NCAA DII.

What's Next

The Hardrockers are set to host the 141^st Black Hills Brawl on Oct. 17 at 6 p.m. Tickets can be found for that game at Tickets.GoRockers.com.