Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The score followed two key third down conversions, the first on a 14-yard scramble from quarterback Cam Miller and the second on a 34-yard designed run from quarterbackQuincy Patterson. Chasing is North Dakota linebacker Devon Krzanowski. Luepke's touchdown finishes a 14-play scoring drive that saw 10 rushing attempts. If you want to know what NFL thinks about Shepherd QB Tyson Bagent (@tysbagent), multiple scouts texted us after we posted about him earlier this summer. All Rights Reserved. The two North Dakota schools have met 114 times the tenth most-played rivalry in FCS football but Saturday was their first clash as members of the MVFC. As a whole, North Dakota State's offense has rushed for 268 yards in the first half, averaging 9.6 yards per carry. At a minimum, we think hell be a core special teams player as a pro. In 2019 as a freshman Luepke saw action in 14 games for the Bison as he ran for just 40 yards on 5 attempts for an outstanding 8.0 yards per carry, with one TD, with one fumble. Luepke's three first-half touchdowns bring his playoff touchdown total to six; the fullback scored just five total touchdowns during the 11-game regular season. Quentin Johnston, WR, TCU | NFL Draft Scouting Report. Not truly explosive, but possesses enough speed to beat linebacker to the edge. FULLBACK TOUCHDOWN!There are few things more right about football than a North Dakota State fullback. 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. "Extremely excited about where we're at. @NDSUfootball FB Hunter Luepke proving hes not your typical stiff-hipped fullback with this signature TD celebration. 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. 2023 NFL Draft Shrine Bowl prospect roundup: Rashee Rice, Charlie Jones rising. Copyright 2019-2023. The Bobcat offense struggled without its freshman phenom, falling behind 35-0.. For some, an undefeated record is a blessing. I've been hit quite a bit this season, and I could tell right a way something was up. 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 Montana State quarterback Tucker Rovig's pass was intercepted by North Dakota State's Dawson Weber at the Montana State 43-yard line. It's not certain if Luepke's NFL Draft status has taken a hit with him not being able to play. WebHunter Luepke. Hunter Luepke with his 2nd TD of the game helps @NDSUfootball extend their lead. It might not show up on paper, but we feel confident Smith can be an effective and versatile sub-downs player at the next level. He scored touchdowns in eight straight games, including three scores against Arizona when scouts from the Senior Bowl were in attendance. Multiple doctors said it wasn't a possibility and that sucked.". Luepke took a carry up the middle and was hit on the left shoulder by Saluki linebacker Chris Harris, Junior. 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. 4 WR, Kevin Coleman After landing yet another top All rights reserved. On3 is a registered trademark of On3 Media, Inc. Need help accessing the FCC Public File due to a disability? Trey Lance Trade Rumors: What Could San Francisco 49ers Get in Return? FRISCO, TEXAS - "Really eventful" is how North Dakota State fullback Hunter Luepke describes 2022. Here they all are. WebHunter Luepke from Spencer High School was rated a -star recruit by ESPN and handed a 2-star grade by 247 Sports. The Bison remain in front 7-0. "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.". 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 It had been blowout city through the first month of the season for top-ranked Century. 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 Week 3 stats: Three tackles, one sack during a 34-13 win over Western MichiganNagys take: It is not shaping up to be a deep linebacker class, so we were excited to get an up-close look at SirVocea Dennis at Western Michigan. For North Dakota State, the win ties its largest title game margin victory of 28 points (2013). UND, which lost for the first time in five games, answered in the first quarter. 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.". Bison football finalizes destination game in Nashville, Kolpack: The world of FCS coaching has grown into a thankless job, Bison defensive backs Courtney Eubanks, Dom Jones entering transfer portal, McFeely: No excuses arena, TV or weather included for small crowd at Bison-Oral Roberts game, South Dakota legislators advance new medical cannabis conditions, revision process, Plain Talk: Prescription drug prices and income tax cuts, Straw Hat Players returns to MSUM for 60th season with 3 musicals, Snow removal planned in downtown Fargo; illegally parked vehicles risk being impounded. FARGO, N.D. (AP) Hunter Luepke barreled 55 yards for a touchdown less than a minute into the game and. With this game, McCutcheon is the Montana State new single-season receiving yard leader. Montana State's offense has struggled without quarterback Tommy Mellott, who suffered an ankle injury on the first drive. Our latest list of 2023 NFL Draft sleepers is highlighted by Washington WR Jalen McMillan -- an emergent star in 2022. 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. Luepke says he will schedule his own Pro Day in late April to give the scouts as best an evaluation as they can get. "It was an outside run play. That came to a screeching halt on November 12th in Carbondale, Illinois. Miles Sanders Injury Update Week 17: Knee Injury Could Cause Sanders To Miss Matchup Against the Saints. "The timing sucks a little bit. North Dakota State dominated the game with its rushing attack, jumping out to a 28-0 first half lead. The Shrine Bowl is taking notice as well. NDSU Hunter Luepke 28-190, Dominic Gonnella 12-84, Kobe Johnson 5-23, Cam Miller 3-9, Zeb Noland 2-6, Christian Watson 2-8, TK Marshall 1-0. The O-line and tight ends blocked it perfectly. Tommy Schuster was 13-for-26 passing for 143 yards with a touchdown for second-ranked North Dakota (4-1, 4-1). This is the same shoulder that Luepke had surgery on in the fall of 2020. Luepke wont run past defenders like Luepke did at the college level. NDSU Noland 5-13 127 yards, 1 TD, 2 INT; Miller 3-6 13 yards. 2 in the country, cut the deficit to 21-13 on a 21-yard touchdown pass from Tommy Schuster to Bo Belquist on its first drive of the second half. I don't think I was touched until the 5 yard line.". That means no Senior Bowl. 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. Pro Football Network, LLC. It is the largest lead at the half in the FCS Championship game history. We thought it was the best thing for me to move on with my athletic career. Tucker Rovig found McCutcheon in the endzone to cap off an 80-play drive. Hes shooting 41% from the Flexible enough to catch passes thrown behind him. 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. NDSU: Hunter Luepke 55 yard run (Griffin Crosa kick), 14:10. North Dakota State racked up 456 yards of offense, including 316 rushing, to North Dakota's 304. On Montana State's first drive, quarterback Tommy Mellott suffered what appears to be a right ankle injury. Fullback Hunter Luepke, the Most Outstanding Player, ran for three touchdowns in the first two quarters as the Bison gained 268 rushing yards. For interesting feedback and information on senior NFL draft prospects throughout the year,follow Jim on Twitter. Head coach Matt Entz said Luepke wouldn't play the season finale against the University of North Dakota as Luepke was seeking a second opinion on his shoulder injury. A chance to get fully healthy and then attack the draft process. This is the same shoulder that Luepke had surgery on in the fall of 2020. Smith is a light-footed athlete who can create space for himself both before and after the catch, and his playmaking with the ball is something every NFL team is looking to add. Hunter, Clemsons second-leading scorer at 14 points per game, has started all 18 games this season. Wide receiver Christian Watson made his first appearance in this year's playoffs, making a 20-yard catch on the 11-play 80-yard drive. Montana State missed a 43-yard field goal on its second drive. He has another year of eligibility because of the COVID-19 waiver. Breaking news. Luepke left the game and didn't return. ESPN2#FCSChampionship pic.twitter.com/wPCo0LHyvd, Big plays by Lance all season long. 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. Montana State's first drive stalled in Bison territory, with a fake field goal attempt turning into a punt. Hunter Luepke has led the Bison offensive attack with three rushing touchdowns. "He's a guy we were missing. *Percentile caluculated on how any given stat would rank at the NFL combine Demonstrated the ability to track the ball over his shoulder. The Pelicans lost these teams' first meeting with an injury-depleted roster. 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. 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Luepke had missed all of North Dakota States 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. Luepke said. 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. I'm just trying to push as hard as I can to get a Pro Day in to show more of my athletic ability. If he doesnt play, the Bison will lose a player who has been effective the last two games against UND. The Bison went almost exclusively to Luepke in the fourth quarter last year, a 16-10 NDSU win at the Alerus Center. He isn't naturally explosive as a runner and lacks elusiveness in the open field. 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. He found the endzone earlier this season against South Dakota State, but now will be forced to watch his final collegiate game from the sidelines. 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. 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. He missed a couple of months rehabbing that injury, missing the first couple of games of the spring North Dakota State leads Montana State 28-0 after two quarters of play. "The big play right before the half, that was disappointing that we didnt go to the locker room down one score knowing we were going to get the ball," Schweigert said. Chris Harris with the hit on Luepke's left shoulder. 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. A patient runner with good vision and burst for the cutback. Limited Ads. Montana State added scores late, with wide receiver Lance McCutcheon grabbing a 28-yard touchdown catch. Montana State backup quarterback Tucker Rovig has entered the game after starter Tommy Mellott suffered an ankle injury on the game's opening drive. #GoCatsGo pic.twitter.com/B5BzpZqmtg. I got my degree in December, and for my body's sake and my family's sake, this is the best decision for me.". Copyright 2022 by WTOP. Luepke is a good all-around blocker, quality receiver, and above average, gritty 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. Hunter Luepke barrels into end zone for NDSU TD North Dakota State's Hunter Luepke takes the pitch and rams his way into the end zone for an 8-yard touchdown. Hunter Luepke gave the Bison the boost they needed. 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 touchdowns in the Herds win over U.N.D. Fights for extra yardage and is reliable in short-yardage situations. Access Hunter Luepke's Dynasty ADP and Lifetime Value Rating on Dynasty Deluxe. Solid receiver in the flat, capable of running through tackles on the edge to move the chains. He began working for WDAY in 2006 as the weekend sports anchor and was promoted to Sports Director in 2010. Click or tap here for live stats. You can cancel at any time. The One fantasy "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." NDSU is slated to play Tennessee State in 2024 and 2025. 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. All rights reserved. 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 finished his Bison career with 1,665 yards rushing, 24 rushing touchdowns and nine receiving TDs. Otis Weah broke off a 74-yard touchdown run to make it 7-6. Luepke had carried the momentum from last year's title game into this season. The Wisconsin native came into Saturday having had only seven career carries for 70 yards in fifteen games. However, the game was already out of reach. Luepke has the type of versatility NFL teams are looking for and he is more than athletic enough to contribute on special teams, which usually determines whether fullbacks stick in the league. 2018 SEASON (REDSHIRT): Took a redshirt year with the Bison and did not play in any gamesNamed to the MVFC Honor Roll. No reported While he doesnt have great production over his career [9.5 sacks], there were a few instances where Smith showed good awareness and natural defeat instincts when rushing the passer. North Dakota State quarterback Cam Miller found Josh Babicz on a play-action pass for the first score of the second half. Jim Nagy has been the executive director of the Reeses Senior Bowl, the nations premier college all-star game, since 2018 after 18 years as an NFL scout. Here are seven who fall into that category for Nagy and the Senior Bowl staff based on their play in Week 3. Luepke ran right off the field after the play. 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. The Bison defense forced a 33 percent third down conversion percentage and grabbed an interception. "Everybody was doing their 1/11th. This years Bailey Zappe?#TheDraftStartsInMOBILE pic.twitter.com/xYzXPezG0H. Passing: UND Schuster 13-26 143 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT. The Bison completed just eight passes in the game, but one went for 63 yards from Noland to Watson for a touchdown 66 seconds before halftime. Fullback Hunter Luepke, the Most Outstanding Player, ran for three touchdowns in the first two quarters as the Bison gained 268 rushing yards. Adam Stage missed the point after kick with 4:47 left in the opening period. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Hunter Luepke had touchdown receptions of 32 and 22 yards to bookend the scoring and added 106 yards rushing on 17 carries to help No. Week 3 stats: 11 catches, 193 yards during a 34-27 loss to MarylandNagys take: Rashee Rice didnt reach the end zone in the Mustangs loss at Maryland, but we thought he was dominant nonetheless. North Dakota State fullback Hunter Luepke runs for a 55-yard touchdown during Saturday's game at the Fargodome. 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. On the other side, Montana State lost its quarterback Tommy Mellott on the first drive. Luepke won't threaten the top of the defense. Otis Weah gained 129 yards on 13 carries with a touchdown. Fullback Hunter Luepke announced on Twitter his decision as he heads off to the next chapter in his life. When it comes to high school girls basketball, some nights you shoot well, other nights, you don't. Squares his shoulders and can knock the defender back onto his heels. Please contact George Molnar at [email protected] or (202) 895-5120. "It was pretty sweet," Luepke said of the long TD run, which was initially ruled down inside the 1 yard line. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. 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. ESPN2#FCSChampionship x @NDSUfootball pic.twitter.com/Ry6lNGADlA. In-depth analysis. "That was a huge swing in the game.". This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area. 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. Hunter Luepke player profile featuring advanced stats, metrics & analytics: 40 time, burst, agility, SPARQ, hand size and comparable players Hunter Luepke Injury History. 2023 The Associated Press. The best thing he showed us Saturday was the ability to track and catch the football down the field, as he did on his 31-yard TD catch in the second quarter. 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. Ordinarily sized, hard-nosed, intriguing 4 tool offensive weapon who screams football player. I thought my shoulder went out, but that wasn't the case.". No NFL Combine. 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. Rushing: UND Otis Weah 13-129, Luke Skokna 9-24, Dalton Gee 1-6, Tommy Schuster 1-3. ESPN2#FCSChampionship pic.twitter.com/cjUAJfVR8x. (38%*), (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance), SAN DIEGO COUNTY CREDIT UNION HOLIDAY BOWL. All the while, he was bolstering his resume to play in the National Football League. (29%*), 30 5/8 Bisons Luepke declares for the 2023 NFL Draft, Elementary students make special delivery to Touchmark residents, Boy rescued from Wadena house fire, rushed to hospital - January 18, Mr. Food Chicken Wild Rice Soup January 18, Fullback Hunter Luepke announced 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. ESPN2#FCSChampionship x @NDSUfootball pic.twitter.com/Vi9Mw5jNDF. I talked to my wife Sadie and to my parents. Good vision and patience for screens. "I thought our guys played hard," UND head coach Bubba Schweigert said. He scored 33 career touchdowns, 24 rushing and 9 receiving. 1 Patriots hold off Legacy, remain unbeaten, Kinnebrew powers No. You have permission to edit this article. It could not have started much better for the fourth-ranked Bison (5-1). North Dakota State moves to 9-0 in FCS championship games as the dynasty continues. Theres usually only one or two true fullbacks drafted each year and Luepke is a good bet to have his name called next April. Bison fullback Hunter Luepke scored his second rushing touchdown, this time from 11-yards out. 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Big injury update: NDSU head coach Matt Entz said that he does not expect FB Hunter Luepke, the teams leading rusher and NFL hopeful who missed their last game with a shoulder injury, to be available on Saturday. He carried the ball 28 times for 190 yards, scoring three touchdowns all career highs. With the run, North Dakota State now has 194 rushing yards with a 10:50 remaining in the second quarter. pic.twitter.com/Jt9vsnclUs. He showed outstanding hands winning on 50-50 balls, and he transitions naturally from run to catch. Hunter Luepke College Stats. But who comes after him? 19 Clemsons perfect ACC start, Moore faces great expectations and the weight of history as he takes office, Big donation will pay for education dreams of many military families, Husband of missing woman with DC ties looked up ways to dispose of body. "I was trying to get as many opinions as possible. 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", Reach Tribune sports editor Dave Selvig at (701) 250-8246 or [email protected]. But the injury returned. The three-year starter is slightly undersized at just over 6 feet and 223 pounds, but he actually fits the current NFL mold at the position because teams are sacrificing size for range right now and Dennis can play sideline to sideline. 1 recruit in the 2019 class.]. Bison kicker Jake Reinholz made the kick from 37-yards out. (38%*), 75 6/8 Receiving: UND Belquist 3-39, Gee 3-27, Garett Maag 1-20, Jacob Richter 1-18, Marcus Preston 1-17, Chrysten Cochran 3-14, Weah 1-(-2). Otis Weah gained 129 yards on 13 carries with a touchdown. Luepke thought it over. HIGH SCHOOL: 2018 graduate of Spencer High All rights reserved. The touchdown caps off a seven-play 75-yard drive that saw North Dakota State have three plays of 10 or more yards. The Tigers (15-3, 7-0 ACC) will try to stay unbeaten in league play at Wake Forest without point guard Chase Hunter, whos dealing with a foot injury, a team spokesperson confirmed to The Clemson Insider. Checkout the FEET here on @ainias_smith.#TheDraftStartsInMOBILE pic.twitter.com/fsGQWgNEmd, Week 3 stats: Three tackles, one tackle for loss, one pass breakup, one quarterback hurry during a 48-7 win over South CarolinaNagys take: Theres a lot to like physically about Nolan Smith, a projected Day 1 or Day 2 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft; we came away from Saturday really liking his instincts as well. Fullback Hunter Luepke announced on Twitter his decision as he heads off to the next chapter in his life. 1:35. Taking care of the glass helped the Legacy Sabers pick up a big West Region victory. Mellott's backup, Tucker Rovig, has just 89 yards of total offense in the first half. Has good burst to and through the hole. UND: Bo Belquist 21 pass from Tommy Schuster (Adam Stage kick), 12:01. There was a problem saving your notification. #NDSU's Hunter Luepke has 18 touchdowns in the last 12 games he's played for the Bison, including eight straight games with a score. North Dakota State leads Montana State by 35 points, 38-3. Draft. Luepke will leave NDSU as one of the more remarkable athletes in the Division I era. "He was bringing some energy to the team. I worked really hard this last summer to perfect my craft one detail at a time. Luepke, a 245-pound fullback, had a career day for fourth-ranked North Dakota State (5-1, 4-1 Missouri Valley Football Conference). It seemed like a usual run play. North Dakota States defense dominated Montana State for much of the game. However, the Fighting Hawks did not score the rest of the game. 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. 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. NDSU: Christian Watson 63 pass from Zeb Noland (Crosa kick), 1:06. The doctors all came back with the same opinion: a torn labrum. 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 Luepke, a 245-pound fullback, had a career day for fourth-ranked North Dakota State (5-1, 4-1 Missouri Valley Football Conference). Then on special teams we weren't as sound as we'd like. 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. 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. Luepke faces a lengthy rehab. Johnny Witzke was a natural fit to serve as captain for the University of Mary hockey team. [NOTE: Smith was the On3 Consensus No. Meanwhile, MSU quarterback Tommy Mellott left the game after the Bobcats first drive with an apparent leg injury. The victory gives the Bison their ninth title in 11 seasons. I was rehabbing it hard and trying to make my shoulder as strong as possible. The first big upset of the Class A girls basketball season came when Legacy took down top-ranked Minot. The Bison travel to Vermillion, South Dakota, to face USD (1-3). @NDSUfootball @seniorbowl pic.twitter.com/fHtbf6YLQk, "I sat down with that for a little bit. "All the blocking was perfect today," Luepke said. If you feel you have received this message in error, please contact the customer support team at 1-833-248-7801. The Big 12 in men's hoops just got really interesting, The top 20 players in college softball, LSU leads preseason top 25 baseball rankings, Enter your information to receive emails about offers, promotions from NCAA.com and our partners. Tommy Schuster was 13-for-26 passing for 143 yards with a touchdown for second-ranked North Dakota (4-1, 4-1). Montana State wide receiver Lance McCutcheon scored a 28-yard touchdown, giving the Bobcats their first touchdown of the game. Fantasy Football December 29, 2022. It was an all around really good game today.". What a catch by Lance McCutcheon for the @MSUBobcats_FB TD! How Hurts' injury affects the Eagles. 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. Currently working with medical experts outside of the region. The Bobcats scored after a 12-play drive. historically in the player's position group (Higher value represents better perfomance). He carried the ball 28 times for 190 yards, scoring three touchdowns all career highs. In between the roller coaster ride on the football field, Luepke married his fiance Sadie and graduated from NDSU with a degree in finance. Bagent made big throw after big throw in Shepherds win. 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. North Dakota State racked up 456 yards of offense, including 316 rushing, to North Dakotas 304. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. ESPN2#FCSChampionship x @NDSUfootball pic.twitter.com/aIA5IWswPj. Interceptions: UND Devon Krzanowski, Hayden Galvin. Good flexibility and balance to adjust to the poorly thrown pass. "All three phases played at a high level today," Entz said. North Dakota State scored the first points of the 2021 FCS Championship with an eight-yard touchdown run from fullback Hunter Luepke. Its rare that quarterbacks from the D-II level get drafted, but we currently have a mid-round grade on Bagent and we know of a few NFL teams that have the same. Next Saturday, UND plays at Youngstown State (1-4). He missed a couple of months rehabbing that injury, missing the first couple of games of the spring season in 2021. North Dakota State fullback Hunter Luepke scored his third rushing touchdown of the day, falling in the endzone from six yards out. During the regular season, Montana State, home of the nation's second leading scoring defense, averaged only 108.1 rushing yards per game and 2.9 yards per carry. His playing speed is less than elite. We see that you have javascript disabled. Copyright 2023 KVLY. Please subscribe to keep reading. Though he only finished with three tackles and a sack, Dennis was more active and disruptive than the modest stats suggest. Thanks to the transfer portal, Division I FCS is quickly getting a new nickname: The minor league of college football, North Dakota State defensive backs looking to follow a path to FBS for their last two years of eligibility, Game has all the elements fans want in a college basketball game, including rivalry and feisty opposing coach. Copyright The Bison take over with good field position and 10:39 remaining in the half. "We made some plays, a big run by Otis to get us going. The two North Dakota schools have met 114 times the tenth most-played rivalry in FCS football but Saturday was their first clash as members of the MVFC. The Bobcats have struggled to find a way to stop the Bison on the ground. "That really was the story today. Six months to get the shoulder fully healthy, with no contact. Charlie Jones and Rashee Rice are just two 2023 NFL Draft prospects who've made themselves known nationally this year. He fumbled a punt late in the game that could have been disastrous, but he scrambled and recovered it. (He) added a boost," NDSU head coach Matt Entz said. Luepke returned against UND, running for three touchdowns in a Bison rout. North Dakota State used a methodical drive to score on its first possession, which was capped off by a Luepke touchdown. 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. The year ended with Luepke sidelined with injury and his collegiate career over. The Bison get on the board first with the big TD run! "That was pretty tough. The 6-foot-1, 245-pound Luepke had touchdown runs of 8 yards in the second quarter and 5 yards in the third. We miss the PAT there and lost a little momentum.". The Bobcats come up empty for the second time after making it into North Dakota State territory. Just one quarter remains in the 2021 FCS Championship game. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). 29 Nov 2022 15:48:03 This is likely the play that standout fullback Hunter Luepke hurt his shoulder on. North Dakota State answered Montana State's field goal with one of their own, pushing the lead back to 35-points. No reported injuries. 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. (13%*), 75 6/8 Just a freak scenario.". NDSU Dom Jones. Following high school, Luepke joined North Dakota State. WTOP.com | Alexa | Google Home | WTOP App | 103.5 FM, Titans hire 49ers Ran Carthon as 14th general manager, Michigan co-offensive coordinator Matt Weiss placed on leave, Wake Forest spoils No. Rice is a smooth and precise route runner, and he made contested catches at all three levels. NFL Divisional Round Winning Strategies: Did Ravens Give Bills Defense the Blueprint to Stop Bengals Explosive Passing Attack? Hunter Luepke smashing a dude into bits was the perfect parallel to Bison's win Jackson State adds to recruiting class with nation's No. Dom Izzo is the Sports Director at WDAY-TV. Make that 3 first half TD's for Hunter Luepke! He received his official Senior Bowl invite just a couple of days before the injury. UND: Otis Weah 74 run (kick failed), 4:47. An organization or individual has paid for the creation of this work but did not approve or review it. More AP college football: https://apnews.com/tag/Collegefootball. Good leg drive and forward lean to gain extra yardage after contact. 2 seed North Dakota State beat North Dakota State will receive the second half kick. Babicz was wide open on the 35-yard touchdown thanks to the misdirection from the run-heavy attack., A little misdirection sends Josh Babicz into the end zone! WebNorth Dakota State's Hunter Luepke takes the pitch and rams his way into the end zone for an 8-yard touchdown. 76 yards to put the Bison up 21-0! For information on the Senior Bowl, follow both Jim andthe Reeses Senior Bowl main account. Former Spencer High School football standout Hunter Luepke will not play for the remainder of this season for the North Dakota State football team. Facebook North Dakota State running back Kobe Johnson scored a 76-yard rushing touchdown, increasing the Bison lead to 21-0. There were a few Bulldogs, namely top overall pick Travon Walker, who were criticized last year for lack of sack production and the same could happen with Smith, which is why we think he could hugely benefit from just cutting it loose during Senior Bowl OL/DL one-on-one pass rush drills. which included a 55-yarder at the beginning of the game. Big injury update: NDSU head coach Matt Entz said that he does not expect FB Hunter Luepke, the teams leading rusher and NFL hopeful who missed their last game with a NDSU Watson 2-83, Josh Babicz 2-32, Noah Gindorff 2-15, Johnson 1-5, Luepke 1-5. #FCSChampionship pic.twitter.com/Th19RsXQx8. Touchdown Bison! pic.twitter.com/alD2fCBVK8, "The hit definitely was something different. For others, it's a curse. The 2023 NFL Draft will be April 27-29 in Kansas City. FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - One of the brightest stars on the North Dakota State University football team has declared for the 2023 NFL draft. Log in to your WTOP account for notifications and alerts customized for you. Luepke had missed all of North Dakota States previous spring games with a shoulder injury, but on the fourth play from scrimmage he took a handoff from Zeb Noland, cut Share scouting report on Twitter or Facebook, 4.65 seconds Underrated blocker. Montana State kicked a 26-yard field goal to score its first points of the 2021 FCS Championship game. 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. We really never had momentum and they kind of had that momentum," Schweigert said. Maybe Century senior guard Bergan Kinnebrew didnt understand the seriousness of the situation the Patriots found themselves in at halftime of. The first play of the second quarter was a North Dakota State touchdown. WebHunter Luepke player profile featuring advanced stats, metrics & analytics: 40 time, burst, agility, SPARQ, hand size and comparable players Hunter Luepke Injury History. 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. 2023 On3 Media, Inc. All rights reserved. I was trying to see if I was able to play again. Hunter suffered a shoulder injury in a game against Southern Illinois last month. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Longest-serving North Dakota Supreme Court justice recovering from surgery; retirement party postponed, Feds OK new name for western North Dakota community with Native slur in name, Bismarck woman dies in Highway 1806 crash, Borrowed Bucks Roadhouse in Bismarck closes after nearly 30 years; bar was last of 4 in Dakotas, Bismarck police lieutenant suspended after DUI refusal conviction, Pizza Hut is bringing back a fan favorite from the '90s, Bismarck woman sentenced in shoplifting incident involving gun, Authorities ID Dickinson woman killed in crash, Former State Crime Lab director calls firing a 'witch hunt'; Wrigley cites performance issues, Former Bismarck mayor targets property taxes, utility bills; Schmitz says proposal would damage city, Mandan has new business leader and spokeswoman, No. Kobe Johnson to the house! While Mellott finished the drive, he was seen limping on the field and in between plays. Pro Football Network strives to passionately deliver purposeful, captivating, and exceptional football content. We knew he was a special talent.". This material may not be published, broadcast, written or redistributed. North Dakota State defeated Montana State 38-10 to win the FCS national championship. 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. The biggest things that stood out Saturday were his twitchy movements during pre-game warmups and his improved play strength in the game. The 6-foot-5, 208-pound senior, a projected mid-round pick in the 2022 NFL draft, missed the first two playoff games with a hamstring injury. Cognizant pass defender who is willing to meet a linebacker in the gap. It's been a long process for him. The former Colorado player was on our radar last year before he opted to return for another year and head to Los Angeles. Needs to show better patience to allow blocks to develop and is too often running up the backs of his blockers. Kraft suffered an ankle injury against Iowa in the SDSU opener this year, but he should be back soon and show his NFL potential. Being a primary punt returner at the college level could help his roster chances next year, but only if he proves to be truly dependable fielding it. The Bison now have 270 rushing yards in the first half. North Dakota, ranked No. Rice could be the third Mustangs receiver in the past four years to compete in the Reeses Senior Bowl, after James Proche (2020) and Danny Gray (2022). Click or tap here for complete stats from the game| Shop North Dakota State championship gear. Luepke scored again to start the second quarter, and once more just before halftime. Theres usually only one or two true fullbacks drafted each year and Luepke is a good bet to have his name called next April.
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