In 1969, both services ranked 9–0 North Dakota State first and 10–0 Montana second.
They later met in the Camellia Bowl, which North Dakota State won, 30–3.
Associated Press (writers) final poll Published on November 27[4]
The postseason consisted of four bowl games as regional finals, all played on December 13.
The Grantland Rice Bowl moved from Murfreesboro, Tennessee to Baton Rouge, Louisiana.