Bison Football

Linebackers Strength of Bison Defense Heading into Spring Season

Jackson Hankey headlines group of returners

FARGO, N.D. — North Dakota State’s defense hasn’t played a full season since the departures of All-Americans, Derrek Tuskza and Jabril Cox. However, after the single game against Central Arkansas this fall, code green definitely has something to build off of. Especially at the linebacker position. Against the Bears, Jackson Hankey, Jasir Cox and James Kaczor led the way with…

Running Back Group Key Part of NDSU Football’s Depth for Spring Season

As many as five backs could see reps in the eight games

FARGO, N.D. — North Dakota State football has been going through a lot of change on the offensive side of the ball. Dan Larsen moved over to the offensive line  from the running backs  and Joe Beschroner came in this spring to fill that void. Any differences have shown very little effect.. The offensive backfield is still loaded despite losing…

Former Bison Assistant, Player Named Head Coach at Montana State

Brent Vigen named head coach of Bobcats

BOZEMAN, Mon. — Montana State has picked former North Dakota State assistant coach and player, Brent Vigen, as their new head football coach. Since 2017, Vigen was Wyoming’s offensive coordinator, associate head coach and quarterbacks coach. Before joining Craig Bohl’s staff in 2014, the Buxton native, was on his staff as O.C. with the Bison as part of three national…

Waege Returning from Injury Healthy for Bison Football Spring Season

Defensive end Spencer Waege missed the summer & fall with broken foot

FARGO, N.D — When North Dakota State football takes the field this spring, a key part of their defensive from years past makes his return. After breaking his foot and missing the fall defensive end, Spencer Waege is back feeling at his best. In two seasons as a starter, the junior has been an All-American and second on the team…

Missouri Valley Football Conference Releases Poll and Preseason All-League Teams

NDSU picked first with eight players on all-league team; UND picked seventh

ST. LOUIS, MO. — With the spring football season on the horizon, the Missouri Valley football conference released their preseason poll and all-conference teams. The Bison had a league-best eight selections make the team highlighted by fullback Hunter Leupke, receiver Christian Watson, offensive lineman Cordell Volson, long snapper Ross Konnelly, defensive lineman Spencer Waege, linebacker Jackson Hankey  and defensive backs…

Zeb Noland Era At QB Underway For NDSU Football

Noland takes over at QB for Trey Lance, who declared for the NFL Draft

FARGO, N.D. — The Zeb Noland era at North Dakota State is in full effect. Since Trey Lance declared for the NFL Draft after the Central Arkansas game this fall the Iowa State transfer has taken over the reigns. The Bison returned from the holiday break and went right into team workouts. That’s when Noland’s leadership really started to take…

Fargodome Fan Policies for NDSU Football Spring Season

Dome to be at 50 percent capacity

FARGO, N.D. — For the North Dakota State spring football season he seating capacity at the FargoDome will be limited to 50 percent or 9500 people  for the first game against Youngstown State on the 21st. Tickets are being disturbed to season ticket holders, students and players first. The rest, will be made available to team makers the Monday before…

NDSU Football Hits the Field for the First Spring Practice

Sights and sounds from the first practice

FARGO, N.D — With the Missouri Valley Football Conference spring season just one month away, North Dakota State hit the practice field for the first time. Enjoy some sights and sounds from the Bison on the turf at the FargoDome. Categories: College, KVRR Sports Extra, Top Sports Headlines Tags: Bison Football, Missouri Valley Football Conference, NDSU Bison, NDSU BISON FOOTBALL,…

Missouri Valley Football Conference Readjusts Spring Schedule

Find NDSU's new game dates below

ST. LOUIS – (NDSU Athletics) The Missouri Valley Football Conference has revealed its updated 2021 spring football schedule. In its unwavering commitment to providing meaningful and safe competitive opportunities for the conference’s student-athletes, the MVFC will play a full eight-game schedule culminating the season with the NCAA Division I Football Championship, which begins with games on Saturday, April 24. The…

Depth Key As NDSU Football Starts Practice Friday With Spring Season On Horizon

The Bison return six seniors for an eight-game conference schedule

FARGO, N.D. — After a 39-28 win over Central Arkansas last October, North Dakota State football turns its attention to the spring as the Missouri Valley Football Conference plans on playing an eight game season with hopes of the FCS playoffs to follow. The Bison start practice at the FargoDome on Friday as their February 21st game against Youngstown State…