The ISU football team has scheduled the FCS’ South Dakota State for its nonconference slate in 2018, according to a news release.

The game will open the season on Sept. 18, 2018, and will be the fourth meeting between the two schools.

“We remain committed to playing local NCAA FCS teams each year that can benefit financially from a game in Ames and also provide local student-athletes the opportunity to play in front of their family and friends,” said ISU Athletic Director Jamie Pollard in the release.

The Cyclones lead the all-time series against the Jackrabbits 3-0.

This occurs just days after Iowa State scheduled Northern Iowa for seven games in 11 seasons. The 2018 matchup with South Dakota State will be in between meetings with Northern Iowa.