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. Here are seven who fall into that category for Nagy and the Senior Bowl staff based on their play in Week 3. 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. Following high school, Luepke joined North Dakota State. Hunter Luepke has led the Bison offensive attack with three rushing touchdowns. More AP college football: https://apnews.com/tag/Collegefootball. Demonstrated the ability to track the ball over his shoulder. 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. An organization or individual has paid for the creation of this work but did not approve or review it. Tommy Schuster was 13-for-26 passing for 143 yards with a touchdown for second-ranked North Dakota (4-1, 4-1). The Bison get on the board first with the big TD run! Luepke's touchdown finishes a 14-play scoring drive that saw 10 rushing attempts. Montana State wide receiver Lance McCutcheon scored a 28-yard touchdown, giving the Bobcats their first touchdown of the game. {{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. #FCSChampionship pic.twitter.com/Th19RsXQx8. 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. Hunter suffered a shoulder injury in a game against Southern Illinois last month. (38%*), (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance), SAN DIEGO COUNTY CREDIT UNION HOLIDAY BOWL. 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. Make that 3 first half TD's for Hunter Luepke! Touchdown Bison! Luepke finished his Bison career with 1,665 yards rushing, 24 rushing touchdowns and nine receiving TDs. 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. 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Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. 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. Then on special teams we weren't as sound as we'd like. Kobe Johnson to the house! Not truly explosive, but possesses enough speed to beat linebacker to the edge. Luepke wont run past defenders like Luepke did at the college level. His playing speed is less than elite. For North Dakota State, the win ties its largest title game margin victory of 28 points (2013). Multiple doctors said it wasn't a possibility and that sucked.". WebHunter Luepke from Spencer High School was rated a -star recruit by ESPN and handed a 2-star grade by 247 Sports. FRISCO, TEXAS - "Really eventful" is how North Dakota State fullback Hunter Luepke describes 2022. He showed outstanding hands winning on 50-50 balls, and he transitions naturally from run to catch. 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. The O-line and tight ends blocked it perfectly. North Dakota State moves to 9-0 in FCS championship games as the dynasty continues. While Mellott finished the drive, he was seen limping on the field and in between plays. Breaking news. The Bobcats scored after a 12-play drive. He began working for WDAY in 2006 as the weekend sports anchor and was promoted to Sports Director in 2010. NDSU: Hunter Luepke 55 yard run (Griffin Crosa kick), 14:10. Log in to your WTOP account for notifications and alerts customized for you. When it comes to high school girls basketball, some nights you shoot well, other nights, you don't. 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 We miss the PAT there and lost a little momentum.". We really never had momentum and they kind of had that momentum," Schweigert said. 1 Kenmare-Bowbells beats Carrington, remains undefeated, Lisa Marie Presley dies at 54 after hospitalization, Bismarck man charged in shooting of wife's ex-boyfriend, Bismarck extends homeless initiative; annual North Dakota homeless count set, Patriots hold off Sabers in battle of unbeatens, Century senior Ogden turning in stellar senior season, Big nights from Breuer, Gulleson lead Demons past Sabers, No. A patient runner with good vision and burst for the cutback. I thought my shoulder went out, but that wasn't the case.". A chance to get fully healthy and then attack the draft process. "All three phases played at a high level today," Entz said. North Dakota State fullback Hunter Luepke runs for a 55-yard touchdown during Saturday's game at the Fargodome. 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. Need help accessing the FCC Public File due to a disability? What a catch by Lance McCutcheon for the @MSUBobcats_FB TD! Our latest list of 2023 NFL Draft sleepers is highlighted by Washington WR Jalen McMillan -- an emergent star in 2022. 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. The Bison take over with good field position and 10:39 remaining in the half. FARGO, N.D. (AP) Hunter Luepke barreled 55 yards for a touchdown less than a minute into the game and. There was a problem saving your notification. 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NDSU: Christian Watson 63 pass from Zeb Noland (Crosa kick), 1:06. ESPN2#FCSChampionship pic.twitter.com/cjUAJfVR8x. 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. Luepke left the game and didn't return. "It was an outside run play. The Pelicans lost these teams' first meeting with an injury-depleted roster. 1 recruit in the 2019 class.]. 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. 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 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. 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. 2018 SEASON (REDSHIRT): Took a redshirt year with the Bison and did not play in any gamesNamed to the MVFC Honor Roll. Taking care of the glass helped the Legacy Sabers pick up a big West Region victory. Next Saturday, UND plays at Youngstown State (1-4). The former Colorado player was on our radar last year before he opted to return for another year and head to Los Angeles. 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. #GoCatsGo pic.twitter.com/B5BzpZqmtg. I've been hit quite a bit this season, and I could tell right a way something was up. ESPN2#FCSChampionship x @NDSUfootball pic.twitter.com/aIA5IWswPj. But who comes after him? Please contact George Molnar at publicfiledc@hubbardradio.com or (202) 895-5120. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Copyright 2023 KVLY. "I thought our guys played hard," UND head coach Bubba Schweigert said. No NFL Combine. Squares his shoulders and can knock the defender back onto his heels. 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. 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 Flexible enough to catch passes thrown behind him. Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Click or tap here for complete stats from the game| Shop North Dakota State championship gear. WebNorth Dakota State's Hunter Luepke takes the pitch and rams his way into the end zone for an 8-yard touchdown. "I was trying to get as many opinions as possible. North Dakota State answered Montana State's field goal with one of their own, pushing the lead back to 35-points. The Bobcats have struggled to find a way to stop the Bison on the ground. 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. 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. 29 Nov 2022 15:48:03 Luepke faces a lengthy rehab. "All the blocking was perfect today," Luepke said. The touchdown caps off a seven-play 75-yard drive that saw North Dakota State have three plays of 10 or more yards. This material may not be published, broadcast, written or redistributed. With this game, McCutcheon is the Montana State new single-season receiving yard leader. Good flexibility and balance to adjust to the poorly thrown pass. 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. 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. The Bobcat offense struggled without its freshman phenom, falling behind 35-0.. 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.". The first big upset of the Class A girls basketball season came when Legacy took down top-ranked Minot. 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. He scored 33 career touchdowns, 24 rushing and 9 receiving. I got my degree in December, and for my body's sake and my family's sake, this is the best decision for me.". One fantasy Solid receiver in the flat, capable of running through tackles on the edge to move the chains. @NDSUfootball @seniorbowl pic.twitter.com/fHtbf6YLQk, "I sat down with that for a little bit. pic.twitter.com/Jt9vsnclUs. Montana State backup quarterback Tucker Rovig has entered the game after starter Tommy Mellott suffered an ankle injury on the game's opening drive. Has good burst to and through the hole. ", Reach Tribune sports editor Dave Selvig at (701) 250-8246 or david.selvig@bismarcktribune.com. North Dakota State quarterback Cam Miller found Josh Babicz on a play-action pass for the first score of the second half. Hunter Luepke College Stats. "That was pretty tough. The victory gives the Bison their ninth title in 11 seasons. 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. He fumbled a punt late in the game that could have been disastrous, but he scrambled and recovered it. 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 He has another year of eligibility because of the COVID-19 waiver. Interceptions: UND Devon Krzanowski, Hayden Galvin. North Dakota State will receive the second half kick. It's been a long process for him. North Dakota State racked up 456 yards of offense, including 316 rushing, to North Dakota's 304. "The timing sucks a little bit. *Percentile caluculated on how any given stat would rank at the NFL combine FULLBACK TOUCHDOWN!There are few things more right about football than a North Dakota State fullback. It is the largest lead at the half in the FCS Championship game history. Chris Harris with the hit on Luepke's left shoulder. Dom Izzo is the Sports Director at WDAY-TV. He missed a couple of months rehabbing that injury, missing the first couple of games of the spring season in 2021. Bison kicker Jake Reinholz made the kick from 37-yards out. 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. Maybe Century senior guard Bergan Kinnebrew didnt understand the seriousness of the situation the Patriots found themselves in at halftime of. The 2023 NFL Draft will be April 27-29 in Kansas City. NFL Divisional Round Winning Strategies: Did Ravens Give Bills Defense the Blueprint to Stop Bengals Explosive Passing Attack? Mellott's backup, Tucker Rovig, has just 89 yards of total offense in the first half. 1:35. 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. This is the same shoulder that Luepke had surgery on in the fall of 2020. All the while, he was bolstering his resume to play in the National Football League. Charlie Jones and Rashee Rice are just two 2023 NFL Draft prospects who've made themselves known nationally this year. On the other side, Montana State lost its quarterback Tommy Mellott on the first drive. "He was bringing some energy to the team. As a whole, North Dakota State's offense has rushed for 268 yards in the first half, averaging 9.6 yards per carry. Copyright 2019-2023. "Extremely excited about where we're at. Luepke returned against UND, running for three touchdowns in a Bison rout. Hes shooting 41% from the 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. historically in the player's position group (Higher value represents better perfomance). 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. Good leg drive and forward lean to gain extra yardage after contact. "We made some plays, a big run by Otis to get us going. 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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. Luepke will leave NDSU as one of the more remarkable athletes in the Division I era. 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. North Dakota State dominated the game with its rushing attack, jumping out to a 28-0 first half lead. Montana State quarterback Tucker Rovig's pass was intercepted by North Dakota State's Dawson Weber at the Montana State 43-yard line. Johnny Witzke was a natural fit to serve as captain for the University of Mary hockey team. Theres usually only one or two true fullbacks drafted each year and Luepke is a good bet to have his name called next April. 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. With the run, North Dakota State now has 194 rushing yards with a 10:50 remaining in the second quarter. NDSU Noland 5-13 127 yards, 1 TD, 2 INT; Miller 3-6 13 yards. 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Hunter Luepke player profile featuring advanced stats, metrics & analytics: 40 time, burst, agility, SPARQ, hand size and comparable players Hunter Luepke Injury History. This years Bailey Zappe?#TheDraftStartsInMOBILE pic.twitter.com/xYzXPezG0H. All rights reserved. UND: Bo Belquist 21 pass from Tommy Schuster (Adam Stage kick), 12:01. 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. 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. 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. The Bison travel to Vermillion, South Dakota, to face USD (1-3). 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. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax).
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