Five things to know about the North Dakota State Bison

FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA – OCTOBER 29: Logan Kopp #43 of the North Dakota State Bison celebrates a tackle against the Illinois State Redbirds at FARGODOME on October 29, 2022 in Fargo, North Dakota. (Photo by Sean Arbaut/Getty Images)

Nearly everyone has critiqued the Colorado Buffaloes for scheduling Football Championship Subdivision powerhouse North Dakota State in their season opener, including CU head coach Deion Sanders.

But, why should the Buffs be wary of the Bison?

Of course, NDSU’s lengthy FCS resume speaks for itself. The general college football population understands that the niche program’s success comes from its hard-nosed, fundamental style enriched with tradition. Toss in the Buffs’ 4-8 record from 2023 and some expect discipline to outweigh talent, even with Colorado working on its “do your job” mentality this offseason.

Still, who are North Dakota State’s playmakers? Who is leading the ship? What makes this dynasty so scary?

Here are five things to know about NDSU Bison:

Averaged 7.0 yards per play in 2023

FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA – OCTOBER 29: Cam Miller #7 of the North Dakota State Bison attempts a pass against the Illinois State Redbirds at FARGODOME on October 29, 2022 in Fargo, North Dakota. (Photo by Sean Arbaut/Getty Images)

Of all the things people resonate with regarding NDSU, running the darn football is one of them. Still, the Bison’s average of 7.0 yards per play outweighs its 5.8 yards per rush average from last season. This is because the rushing game warrants lots of attention and the green and yellow’s offense likes to be creative. With unique pre-play shifts, more quarterbacks and fullbacks than usual and an excessive yet calculated usage of play-action, the Bison are a surprise on every play.

NDSU will be different than any other team Colorado sees this year. The attention to detail needed to stop…

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Author : Buffaloes Wire

Publish date : 2024-08-28 22:30:48

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