Football

Eastern Washington Brings Improved Defense to FCS Championship Game

The Bison beat the Eagles in each of the last two seasons

FARGO, N.D. — It is game week for the final time this season for North Dakota State football. One of numerous perks of playing in the national championship game virtually every year is that you know when your last game is. The Bison have not lost a title game in the Division-I era. Eastern washington is hoping to end that…

Thousands of Bison Fans Gear Up for Semifinals Showdown against South Dakota State

Some fans had thoughts of a return to Frisco in their heads

FARGO, N.D. — With another Bison playoff run in the works, former NDSU football players Matt Phillips and Scott Stoczynski knew the time had come to return to their old stomping grounds. “It was a no brainer, we had to fly in. It’s pretty unique to have a town, a state and a region come together under one green and…

NDSU Faced With Urgency To Fill Chris Klieman’s Role

The Bison are hoping to get a new football coach sooner, rather than later.

The minute Chris Klieman got a job with Kansas State last night, North Dakota State began the search for a new football coach. There is an early signing period December 19th for high school student- athletes to commit to NDSU, so there’s a sense of urgency in trying to get that role filled in the next eight days. Otherwise, it…

Vikings fire offensive coordinator John DeFilippo

EAGAN, Minn. (FOX 9) – The Minnesota Vikings fired offensive coordinator John DeFilippo Tuesday. DeFilippo was let go following Monday night’s 21-7 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Quarterback coachKevin Stefanski has been named interim offensive coordinator and will handle play-calling duties for the near future, the Vikings said. The Vikings were shut out Monday until Kirk Cousins found Dalvin Cook for a 6-yard touchdown pass with 1:10 left in regulation…

Bison Feel they have the Offensive Weapons to Push Past Colgate Defense

The Raiders have allowed the fewest points per game in the country

FARGO, N.D. — North Dakota Sate football is playing in the FCS quarterfinals for the ninth year in a row. Although this is very familiar territory for the team, the opponent is not familiar. For the first time ever, NDSU will play Colgate. In six Patriot League games this year, Colgate allowed a grand total of 26 points, Opponents have…

Sticking with his Teammates: NDSU QB Won’t Attend Award Ceremony

Stick is one of 13 finalists for the Campbell Trophy, which will be awarded Tuesday in New York

FARGO, N.D. — Easton Stick has done a pretty darn good job captaining North Dakota State football. The undefeated record is a pretty impressive testament to that. Stick is one of 13 finalists for the Campbell Trophy, given to the top scholar-athlete in all of college football. The winner for that will be announced on Tuesday. By being named a…

NDSU Seniors Know What’s at Stake in Saturday’s Playoff Game

The Bison face elimination in the second round against Montana State

FARGO, N.D. — It’s days cold, snowy days like Wednesday that North Dakota State is glad to be practicing inside as they gear up for their FCS playoff showdown against Montana State. The Bobcats do not have the luxury of practicing inside this week. They don’t have the facilities for it. That is one of many advantages the Herd have in…

Bison FB Spreading Message of Ball Security against Montana State

Both NDSU and Montana State are in the top 10 nationally in turnover margin

FARGO, N.D. — North Dakota State and Montana State football square off in four days. That means in four days, one of those teams will see its season end. Both teams are in the top-10 nationally in turnover margin, so taking care of the football is a big point of emphasis this week. One thing the bobcats have not been especially…

NDSU FB Dealing with Small Margin of Error with Playoffs Arrival

NDSU hosts Montana State on Saturday

FARGO, N.D. — The Bison football team is feeling refreshed after an easier week of practice. They focused on healing and taking a mental break during their first-round bye in the playoffs. After Saturday, they now know they’re up against Montana State in the second round. The bobcats took down Incarnate Word. Obviously, NDSU is a comfortable favorite, at home, as…