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From Carrington to College Football Immortality: Kleinsasser Enshrined

JIM KLEINSASSER WAS INDUCTED INTO THE NATIONAL FOOTBALL FOUNDATION & COLLEGE FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2025.
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LAS VEGAS, Nev. (KVRR) – North Dakota football royalty gained another crown jewel Tuesday night as former UND tight end Jim Kleinsasser was officially inducted into the National Football Foundation and College Football Hall of Fame. For Kleinsasser, who starred for the Fighting Sioux from 1995–98 before a 13-year NFL career with the Minnesota Vikings, the moment was surreal. “Kind…

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North Dakota announces additions during early signing period

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. (UND ATHLETICS) – North Dakota head football coach Eric Schmidt announced 26 prospective student-athletes have signed with the Fighting Hawks on Wednesday morning. “I am really excited to add these young men to our family,” said Coach Schmidt. “I feel like we addressed a lot of needs with talented guys who are wired the right way and love football….

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NDSU and UND earn top spots in Missouri Valley Football Conference teams

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FARGO (KVRR) – We are into the midst of the FCS playoffs, which means all-conference teams are coming out. For the Missouri Valley Football Conference, both North Dakota State and North Dakota had players earn top spots for the league. NDSU’s Tim Polasek was named the MVFC Coach of the Year after leading to a perfect regular season and the…

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NIL for a Cause: NDSU, UND Players Turn Name, Image and Likeness Into Fuel for Fighting Pediatric Cancer

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FARGO/GRAND FORKS (KVRR) – In a college football era where Name Image and Likeness (NIL) deals often look like little more than pay-for-play, two local standouts are proving the platform can be much more. North Dakota State’s Donovan Woolen and the University of North Dakota’s Kaden Vig are using their NIL opportunities not just for profit, but for a mission…

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NDSU football and Head Coach Tim Polasek agree to contract extension

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FARGO (KVRR) – The North Dakota State football program and Head Coach Tim Polasek have agreed to a contract extension in principle according to a press release from the athletic department. There was speculation around Coach Polasek potentially leaving for an FBS position. “After several productive conversations with Coach Polasek, we have affirmed our commitment to both him and the…

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North Dakota Earns FCS Playoff Bid After Tense Weekend, Turns Focus to Tennessee Tech

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GRAND FORKS (KVRR)— Inside the Alerus Center on Saturday afternoon, emotions bounced between frustration and uncertainty for North Dakota. The Fighting Hawks had just dropped their regular-season finale to rival South Dakota State, and with a 7-5 record, they were left to wonder whether their name would be called on Selection Sunday. It was — and the mood changed instantly. “It’s…

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From the Back of an Ambulance to the Field: Jaxon Duttenhefer Returns vs. YSU

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FARGO (KVRR) -The NDSU Bison remained perfect on the 2025 season (9-0) with a 38-30 win over Youngstown State Saturday, November 1. One of the biggest stories of the game though was the return of senior captain Jaxon Duttenhefer. “Duttenhefer is an inspiring guy for our whole football team,” said NDSU Bison head football coach Tim Polasek. “He’s an example…