2 seed North Dakota State beat (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). For information on the Senior Bowl, follow both Jim andthe Reeses Senior Bowl main account. #GoCatsGo pic.twitter.com/B5BzpZqmtg. Just one quarter remains in the 2021 FCS Championship game. (He) added a boost," NDSU head coach Matt Entz said. The 6-foot-1, 245-pound Luepke had touchdown runs of 8 yards in the second quarter and 5 yards in the third. But who comes after him? Interceptions: UND Devon Krzanowski, Hayden Galvin. Mellott's backup, Tucker Rovig, has just 89 yards of total offense in the first half. North Dakota State senior fullback Hunter Luepke is unlikely to go against the University of North Dakota, a word used by Bison head coach Matt Entz on Monday. Luepke suffered an apparent shoulder injury in the first half last Saturday at Southern Illinois. He spent the second half standing on the sideline in a sling. The Fighting Hawks had allowed just over 85 yards on the ground per game heading in but even after NDSU lost Kobe Johnson midway through, the sophomore was part of an attack that ran for 316. Luepke crashed across from the 8 on North Dakota States ensuing possession, and Christian Watson hauled in a 63-yard pass from Noland and the Bison led 21-6 at halftime. At a minimum, we think hell be a core special teams player as a pro. The touchdown caps off a seven-play 75-yard drive that saw North Dakota State have three plays of 10 or more yards. Luepke had missed all of North Dakota State's previous spring games with a shoulder injury, but on the fourth play from scrimmage he took a handoff from Zeb Noland, cut around the right side of the Bison line, split two defenders, fought off a would-be tackler at the 10 and, losing his balance, dove the final three yards into the end zone for a career-long run. Making his first appearance during the spring college football season, the sophomore fullback from Spencer, Wisconsin, ran for 190 yards on 28 carries and three touchdowns as North Dakota State defeated North Dakota 34-13 Saturday at the Fargodome. I got my degree in December, and for my body's sake and my family's sake, this is the best decision for me.". 29 Nov 2022 15:48:03 North Dakota State running back Kobe Johnson scored a 76-yard rushing touchdown, increasing the Bison lead to 21-0. 2018 SEASON (REDSHIRT): Took a redshirt year with the Bison and did not play in any gamesNamed to the MVFC Honor Roll. Rice now has 28 catches for 491 yards and three touchdowns in three games this season, and his play so far has validated the big summer grade our staff had on him off junior tape. Please contact George Molnar at publicfiledc@hubbardradio.com or (202) 895-5120. We thought it was the best thing for me to move on with my athletic career. The Bison take over with good field position and 10:39 remaining in the half. I was trying to see if I was able to play again. North Dakota State racked up 456 yards of offense, including 316 rushing, to North Dakota's 304. 1 Century past fourth-ranked Minot, Witzke embraces captain role for Marauders, Kellogg, Sabers edge Demons in OT for key West Region win, Rafael Nadal 'mentally destroyed' as Australian Open defense ends in injury, LeBron James reaches 38,000 career points, Tom Brady to take more time before making decision on future, Some of the most iconic moments of the Australian Open. Me not being able to help the team out sucked at first, just being on the sidelines, just watching those guys make plays is bittersweet.". Week 3 stats: 180 scrimmage yards (115 rushing, 65 receiving), three TDs during a 31-28 loss to Arizona Nagys take: Our scout in Tucson felt like Hunter Luepke was the best player on the field for either team. Our Mid-Atlantic scout, former Baltimore Ravens linebacker Brad Jackson, traveled to see Tyson Bagent on Saturday and he came away impressed with the reigning Harlon Hill Award [top player in Division II] winners arm strength, touch, toughness, and poise. Bison fullback Hunter Luepke scored his second rushing touchdown, this time from 11-yards out. the ole Fake Field Goal > Punt is not a recipe for success pic.twitter.com/yNFWm0cDGE, North Dakota State dominates Montana State, secures 9th FCS title. Week 3 stats: Two tackles, one pass breakup during a 45-17 win over Fresno StateNagys take: One portal transfer who seems to be taking to his new coaching staff is Mekhi Blackmon. "It's a really special game to play SDSU in Frisco, but I'm going to be really pumped up for my boys down on the field, it's going to be a sweet atmosphere.". Share scouting report on Twitter or Facebook, 4.65 seconds A chance to get fully healthy and then attack the draft process. Just a freak scenario.". In-depth analysis. Latest on North Dakota State Bison fullback Hunter Luepke including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN Skip to main content Skip to navigation ESPN Following high school, Luepke joined North Dakota State. Montana State backup quarterback Tucker Rovig has entered the game after starter Tommy Mellott suffered an ankle injury on the game's opening drive. Hunter suffered a shoulder injury in a game against Southern Illinois last month. Montana State's offense has struggled without quarterback Tommy Mellott, who suffered an ankle injury on the first drive. 4 WR, Kevin Coleman After landing yet another top 76 yards to put the Bison up 21-0! "That was pretty tough. Meanwhile, MSU quarterback Tommy Mellott left the game after the Bobcats first drive with an apparent leg injury. "He's a guy we were missing. Here they all are. 2023 On3 Media, Inc. All rights reserved. North Dakota State used a methodical drive to score on its first possession, which was capped off by a Luepke touchdown. ESPN2#FCSChampionship x @NDSUfootball pic.twitter.com/Ry6lNGADlA. ESPN2#FCSChampionship x @NDSUfootball pic.twitter.com/aIA5IWswPj. For interesting feedback and information on senior NFL draft prospects throughout the year,follow Jim on Twitter. After Zeb Noland connected for a 20-yard connection to Christian Watson on third down, Luepke took the next carry 55 yards for a touchdown. North Dakota State racked up 456 yards of offense, including 316 rushing, to North Dakotas 304. Squares his shoulders and can knock the defender back onto his heels. "I've confident what I've put on film. The two-way player is a solid run blocker with great lower body strength, and his soft hands and ability to settle into spots in zone coverage are NFL caliber. If you feel you have received this message in error, please contact the customer support team at 1-833-248-7801. This material may not be published, broadcast, written or redistributed. "I try not to look back at anything too long and live in the moment, it's how I've always handled football, academics and life." When it comes to high school girls basketball, some nights you shoot well, other nights, you don't. Luepke was injured at Southern Illinois last month and faces extensive rehabilitation after a second opinion came back that hell need to undergo surgery on his left shoulder. The year ended with Luepke sidelined with injury and his collegiate career over. NDSU's Hunter Luepke rushes 38-yards for the Bison touchdown SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 Fox Sports North Dakota State takes the lead against Arizona thanks to a six-yard Otis Weah gained 129 yards on 13 carries with a touchdown. Your film is your resume. All rights reserved. Montana State quarterback Tucker Rovig's pass was intercepted by North Dakota State's Dawson Weber at the Montana State 43-yard line. "I thought our guys played hard," UND head coach Bubba Schweigert said. I'm just trying to push as hard as I can to get a Pro Day in to show more of my athletic ability. With this game, McCutcheon is the Montana State new single-season receiving yard leader. Rice is a smooth and precise route runner, and he made contested catches at all three levels. Tucker Rovig found McCutcheon in the endzone to cap off an 80-play drive. The PFN Draft Preview series takes a look into the potential 2023 NFL Draft prospects set to hit the field for FCS programs this season. Demonstrated the ability to track the ball over his shoulder. "We made some plays, a big run by Otis to get us going. North Dakota State junior RB Hunter Luepke ran for 82 yards on 14 carries, and three touchdowns in the 38-10 win over Montana State in the FCS National Championship. A patient runner with good vision and burst for the cutback. He carried the ball 28 times for 190 yards, scoring three touchdowns all career highs. NDSU Watson 2-83, Josh Babicz 2-32, Noah Gindorff 2-15, Johnson 1-5, Luepke 1-5. Week 3 stats: Four catches, 74 yards during a 17-9 win over MiamiNagys take: Ainias Smith might not be an NFL starter, but he certainly will have SwissArmy knife value at the next level. Fullback Hunter Luepke, the Most Outstanding Player, ran for three touchdowns in the first two quarters as the Bison gained 268 rushing yards. The Bison now have 270 rushing yards in the first half. FARGO, N.D. (AP) Hunter Luepke barreled 55 yards for a touchdown less than a minute into the game and North Dakota State never trailed in a 34-13 defeat of North Dakota on Saturday in a clash of top-four teams in the FCS.. Luepke had missed all of North Dakota State's previous spring games with a shoulder injury, but on the fourth On Montana State's first drive, quarterback Tommy Mellott suffered what appears to be a right ankle injury. It had been blowout city through the first month of the season for top-ranked Century. 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WebHunter Luepke player profile featuring advanced stats, metrics & analytics: 40 time, burst, agility, SPARQ, hand size and comparable players Hunter Luepke Injury History. Every NFL team is looking for the next Deebo and, though were not comping @AggieFootball weapon Ainias Smith to 2019 Senior Bowler turned 49ers Pro Bowler, he does offer similar WR/RB (wide back) & RS flex. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Luepke, who had been sidelined due to injury, took his first carry of the game 55 yards for a touchdown for the Bison, who ran for 320 yards in the game. Luepke suffered an apparent shoulder injury in the first half last Saturday at Southern Illinois. He spent the second half standing on the sideline in a sling. Entz said Luepke is scheduled to get a second medical opinion this week. Trying to figure things out right now, Entz said. Luepke wont run past defenders like Luepke did at the college level. Week 3 stats: 180 scrimmage yards (115 rushing, 65 receiving), three TDs during a 31-28 loss to ArizonaNagys take: Our scout in Tucson felt like Hunter Luepke was the best player on the field for either team. 2023 NCAA | Turner Sports Interactive, Inc. 9 winningest FCS teams in college football history, Randy Moss was unstoppable in the 1996 FCS championship, The importance of a top seed in the FCS playoffs, explained, South Dakota State wins the 2022 FCS Championship, South Dakota State beats North Dakota State for 2022 FCS championship, North Dakota State-South Dakota State football: Memorable moments, all-time history of the Dakota Marker, North Dakota State football championships: A complete history, The 2022 FCS bracket, with scores and schedules, Walter Payton Award winner Lindsey Scott Jrs top moments at UIW, The top moments from Buck Buchanan Award winner Zeke Vandenburghs 2022 season at Illinois State, Click or tap here for complete stats from the game, Shop North Dakota State championship gear, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. NFL Divisional Round Winning Strategies: Did Ravens Give Bills Defense the Blueprint to Stop Bengals Explosive Passing Attack? Each week during the season, On3s Matt Zenitz teams up with Senior Bowl executive director Jim Nagy to identify some senior 2023 NFL Draft prospects generating buzz in the scouting world. North Dakota State fullback Hunter Luepke runs for a 55-yard touchdown during Saturday's game at the Fargodome. The former Colorado player was on our radar last year before he opted to return for another year and head to Los Angeles. FARGO, ND (KVRR) In his first game back from injury, Hunter Luepke is the latest Missouri Valley Offensive Player of the Week after exploding for 195 rushing yards and 3 FULLBACK TOUCHDOWN!There are few things more right about football than a North Dakota State fullback. Passing: UND Schuster 13-26 143 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT. 1 recruit in the 2019 class.]. Draft. Week 3 stats: 490 passing yards, three passing TDs, zero interceptions during a 26-23 overtime win over California (Pa.)Nagys take: A rule of thumb for most NFL organizations is that scouts need to see quarterbacks with draftable grades play in a live game exposure, and thats how we do it at the Senior Bowl as well. 2023 NFL Draft Shrine Bowl prospect roundup: Rashee Rice, Charlie Jones rising, 2023 NFL Draft Sleepers: Jalen McMillan highlights a stacked Washington WR group, Top FCS 2023 NFL Draft prospects led by Tucker Kraft, Xavier Gipson. How Hurts' injury affects the Eagles. We always look for a quarterbacks ability to make gotta have it-type throws in critical moments and Bagent had a bunch of those Saturday. Next Saturday, UND plays at Youngstown State (1-4). The year began with Luepke receiving national attention with his three touchdown performance in the 2022 FCS Championship Game for the Bison in a 38-10 win. Kobe Johnson to the house! "All three phases played at a high level today," Entz said. You have permission to edit this article. Luepke crashed across from the 8 on North Dakota State's ensuing possession, and Christian Watson hauled in a 63-yard pass from Noland and the Bison led 21-6 at halftime. (81%*), 9 3/8 It could not have started much better for the fourth-ranked Bison (5-1). Click or tap here for complete stats from the game| Shop North Dakota State championship gear. Needs to show better patience to allow blocks to develop and is too often running up the backs of his blockers. "I was trying to get as many opinions as possible. "The timing sucks a little bit. Fullback Hunter Luepke, the Most Outstanding Player, ran for three touchdowns in the first two quarters as the Bison gained 268 rushing yards. More AP college football: https://apnews.com/tag/Collegefootball. Kraft suffered an ankle injury against Iowa in the SDSU opener this year, but he should be back soon and show his NFL potential. He missed a couple of months rehabbing that injury, missing the first couple of games of the spring 1:35. North Dakota State moves to 9-0 in FCS championship games as the dynasty continues. Has good burst to and through the hole. The Bison defense forced a 33 percent third down conversion percentage and grabbed an interception. This is the same shoulder that Luepke had surgery on in the fall of 2020. It was an all around really good game today.". I was rehabbing it hard and trying to make my shoulder as strong as possible. Blackmon has had a few ticky-tack interference calls on him so far this season, but hes also looked sticky in man coverage and made some disruptive plays. Luepke says he will schedule his own Pro Day in late April to give the scouts as best an evaluation as they can get. We knew he was a special talent.". Fantasy Football Sleepers Divisional Round: Elijah Mitchell, Isiah Pacheco, Michael Gallup, and More, Aaron Rodgers Contract Details, Salary Cap Impact, Bonuses, and Net Worth, Trey Dean III, S, Florida | NFL Draft Scouting Report. All the while, he was bolstering his resume to play in the National Football League. Six months to get the shoulder fully healthy, with no contact. Fights for extra yardage and is reliable in short-yardage situations. The Bison travel to Vermillion, South Dakota, to face USD (1-3). The Wisconsin native came into Saturday having had only seven career carries for 70 yards in fifteen games. Montana State added scores late, with wide receiver Lance McCutcheon grabbing a 28-yard touchdown catch. The Fighting Hawks picked off Noland late in the first quarter and scored on a long run of their own when Weah raced 74 yards for a TD, making the score 7-6 after the point-after kick was no good. Adam Stage missed the point after kick with 4:47 left in the opening period. "It was an outside run play. All Rights Reserved. It is the largest lead at the half in the FCS Championship game history. Luepke won't threaten the top of the defense. Luepke's touchdown finishes a 14-play scoring drive that saw 10 rushing attempts. pic.twitter.com/Jt9vsnclUs. North Dakota State scored the first points of the 2021 FCS Championship with an eight-yard touchdown run from fullback Hunter Luepke. The Fighting Hawks picked off Noland late in the first quarter and scored on a long run of their own when Weah raced 74 yards for a TD, making the score 7-6 after the point-after kick was no good. One of our staffs concerns off his junior tape was that Blackmon, whos listed at only 175 pounds, got bounced around too much, but he looked sturdier in person at the Coliseum on Saturday night. A 55-yard touchdown during Saturday 's game at the college level contested catches at all three played! 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