North Dakota State

Bison Football Preparing for Two Youngstown State Quarterbacks

NDSU coach Chris Klieman said he expects both to play

FARGO, N.D. — On paper, NDSU football’s next opponent isn’t the toughest they’ll face all season, but it is a team that is very capable of putting up a fight against the herd. Last year when the Bison took on Youngstown State, they needed overtime to slip past the Penguins. Youngstown has not fared well in the Fargodome this decade…

Bison Could Clinch Share of MVFC Title on Saturday

The Bison have won at least a share of the conference title in each of the last seven seasons.

FARGO, N.D. — The goal North Dakota State’s football team sets for itself every year is to win the Missouri Valley Football Conference. That is not because the perennial national champions set the bar low, it’s because they view that as a critical step in their run to a national title. Going undefeated is certainly one way to ensure a MVFC…

KVRR Round Table: NDSU Should Expect to Pressure South Dakota

The Coyotes get sacked more than any other team in the MVFC

FARGO, N.D. — North Dakota State is one of four FCS football programs still undefeated heading into Saturday. The Bison will try to retain that status against South Dakota. The Coyotes have struggled to run the ball, while one of NDSU’s strengths is stopping the run. That could mean USD will be forced to throw the ball more, which plays…

NDSU FB Preparing for a Streveler-less South Dakota Team

The former USD signal-caller graduated after last season.

FARGO, N.D. — On Saturday, North Dakota State football makes its first trip to the Mount Rushmore State since losing to South Dakota State last season. This weekend, the Bison are facing South Dakota. The Coyotes have dropped off a bit this season compared to the last few years. Much of that has to do with the graduation of quarterback…

Former NDSU LB DeLuca Promoted to Jaguars 53-Man Roster

Jamaal Charles was released to make room for DeLuca

Former North Dakota State linebacker Nick DeLuca has been promoted to the Jacksonville Jaguars active roster. The Jags made room for him by releasing running back Jamaal Charles. DeLuca originally signed with Tennessee as an undrafted free agent, and the team tried transitioning him to tight end. He was then waived and picked up by Jacksonville, where he had been…

Red Zone Conversions Key in NDSU’s Undefeated Start

The Bison have scored on 27 of 30 trips to the red zone

FARGO, N.D. — North Dakota State has come out on top in its last 13 games, dating back to last season. If there’s one thing theBison have been especially good at this year – and really for the better part of the last decade – it has been their ability to capitalize. The Bison scored four touchdowns in five red-zone…

Overtime Goal Seals the Victory for NDSU Soccer over Oral Roberts

Malley O'Brien scores in the 98th minute to give Bison the Victory

FARGO, N.D. (NDSU Athletics) — The North Dakota State women’s soccer team used a goal in the 98th minute on Friday night to beat Oral Roberts 1-0. The victory moved the Bison into a three-way tie for first place in The Summit League standings. The Bison had multiple chances to score in the first half, including a goal that was…

KVRR Round Table: Turnovers Will Be Key in Defensive Battle Between NDSU, Illinois State

The Bison and Redbirds are both in the top-10 in points allowed and turnover margin

FARGO, N.D. — Top-ranked North Dakota State football is matched up with No. 8 Illinois State on Saturday. The Bison and Redbirds are both in the top-10 in points allowed and turnover margin, so this game is poised to be a defensive struggle. Kickoff in the Fargodome is at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday Categories: College, KVRR Sports Extra, Top Sports Headlines…

Defense at Forefront of NDSU vs. Illinois State Showdown

The Bison and Redbirds are both in the top 10 nationally in points allowed per game

FARGO, N.D. — For the second time this season, the Fargodome is playing host to a top-10 FCS showdown. The eighth-ranked Illinois State Redbirds will be in town. The Bison have won 13 in a row at the Dome, dating back to last season. This year’s Illinois State team poses as big a challenge as ever though. The Birds have…