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. Hunter, Clemsons second-leading scorer at 14 points per game, has started all 18 games this season. All the while, he was bolstering his resume to play in the National Football League. The first big upset of the Class A girls basketball season came when Legacy took down top-ranked Minot. For others, it's a curse. A patient runner with good vision and burst for the cutback. 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. North Dakota State used a methodical drive to score on its first possession, which was capped off by a Luepke touchdown. An organization or individual has paid for the creation of this work but did not approve or review it. 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. Touchdown Bison! "It was pretty sweet," Luepke said of the long TD run, which was initially ruled down inside the 1 yard line. It seemed like a usual run play. 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. Montana State wide receiver Lance McCutcheon scored a 28-yard touchdown, giving the Bobcats their first touchdown of the game. 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. He fumbled a punt late in the game that could have been disastrous, but he scrambled and recovered it. "He's a guy we were missing. The Bison remain in front 7-0. Maybe Century senior guard Bergan Kinnebrew didnt understand the seriousness of the situation the Patriots found themselves in at halftime of. Rice is a smooth and precise route runner, and he made contested catches at all three levels. On the other side, Montana State lost its quarterback Tommy Mellott on the first drive. 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. There was a problem saving your notification. 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. UND: Bo Belquist 21 pass from Tommy Schuster (Adam Stage kick), 12:01. Otis Weah gained 129 yards on 13 carries with a touchdown. 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. NDSU Women Move to 8-0 at Home; Win Third Straight, NDSU Destroys Denver: Stays Unbeaten at Home, North Dakota Women's Basketball Returns From Road Trip Thursday, Jamestown Priest Removed During Investigation Into Inappropriate Conduct, First Responder Has Serious Injuries After Ambulance Hit Near Edmore, North Dakota, Update: Police identify Wahpeton shooting victim, Driver Loses Control on I-29 in Fargo on Slick Roads, Ends Up In Handcuffs, Hundreds attend the North Dakota Grain Dealers Association Convention. Bison kicker Jake Reinholz made the kick from 37-yards out. Montana State kicked a 26-yard field goal to score its first points of the 2021 FCS Championship game. This material may not be published, broadcast, written or redistributed. NDSU Watson 2-83, Josh Babicz 2-32, Noah Gindorff 2-15, Johnson 1-5, Luepke 1-5. Kraft suffered an ankle injury against Iowa in the SDSU opener this year, but he should be back soon and show his NFL potential. 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. 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. North Dakota State's Hunter Luepke carries against Southern Illinois during their football game last Saturday in Carbondale, Illinois. We are part of The Trust Project. FARGO One of the best players in Division I FCS football will probably not play in one of the biggest games of the season. Please contact George Molnar at publicfiledc@hubbardradio.com or (202) 895-5120. 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. Multiple doctors said it wasn't a possibility and that sucked.". We knew he was a special talent.". 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. 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. 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. I'm just trying to push as hard as I can to get a Pro Day in to show more of my athletic ability. Meanwhile, MSU quarterback Tommy Mellott left the game after the Bobcats first drive with an apparent leg injury. 2023 NFL Draft Shrine Bowl prospect roundup: Rashee Rice, Charlie Jones rising. North Dakota States defense dominated Montana State for much of the game. "That was a huge swing in the game.". We miss the PAT there and lost a little momentum.". 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. North Dakota State defeated Montana State 38-10 to win the FCS national championship. While Mellott finished the drive, he was seen limping on the field and in between plays. Draft. North Dakota State racked up 456 yards of offense, including 316 rushing, to North Dakotas 304. WebNorth Dakota State's Hunter Luepke takes the pitch and rams his way into the end zone for an 8-yard touchdown. We really never had momentum and they kind of had that momentum," Schweigert said. North Dakota State leads Montana State by 35 points, 38-3. NDSU Noland 5-13 127 yards, 1 TD, 2 INT; Miller 3-6 13 yards. North Dakota State leads Montana State 28-0 after two quarters of play. The biggest things that stood out Saturday were his twitchy movements during pre-game warmups and his improved play strength in the game. The first play of the second quarter was a North Dakota State touchdown. "Everybody was doing their 1/11th. Solid receiver in the flat, capable of running through tackles on the edge to move the chains. Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. 2 seed North Dakota State beat 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. 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. No NFL Combine. The Bobcats scored after a 12-play drive. Fights for extra yardage and is reliable in short-yardage situations. 2023 The Associated Press. 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). 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. The Shrine Bowl is taking notice as well. The 6-foot-1, 245-pound Luepke had touchdown runs of 8 yards in the second quarter and 5 yards in the third. Hunter Luepke player profile featuring advanced stats, metrics & analytics: 40 time, burst, agility, SPARQ, hand size and comparable players Hunter Luepke Injury History. It's been a long process for him. Your film is your resume. North Dakota State fullback Hunter Luepke runs for a 55-yard touchdown during Saturday's game at the Fargodome. 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. 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. Fullback Hunter Luepke announced on Twitter his decision as he heads off to the next chapter in his life. A chance to get fully healthy and then attack the draft process. If you feel you have received this message in error, please contact the customer support team at 1-833-248-7801. North Dakota State moves to 9-0 in FCS championship games as the dynasty continues. Luepke, a 245-pound fullback, had a career day for fourth-ranked North Dakota State (5-1, 4-1 Missouri Valley Football Conference). Records: North Dakota State 5-1; North Dakota 4-1. historically in the player's position group (Higher value represents better perfomance). Adam Stage missed the point after kick with 4:47 left in the opening period. He began working for WDAY in 2006 as the weekend sports anchor and was promoted to Sports Director in 2010. Our latest list of 2023 NFL Draft sleepers is highlighted by Washington WR Jalen McMillan -- an emergent star in 2022. Hunter suffered a shoulder injury in a game against Southern Illinois last month. 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. 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. 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. Interceptions: UND Devon Krzanowski, Hayden Galvin. 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. However, the game was already out of reach. Mellott's backup, Tucker Rovig, has just 89 yards of total offense in the first half. 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 In between the roller coaster ride on the football field, Luepke married his fiance Sadie and graduated from NDSU with a degree in finance. Next Saturday, UND plays at Youngstown State (1-4). Johnny Witzke was a natural fit to serve as captain for the University of Mary hockey team. FARGO, N.D. (AP) Hunter Luepke barreled 55 yards for a touchdown less than a minute into the game and. He missed a couple of months rehabbing that injury, missing the first couple of games of the spring season in 2021. NFL Divisional Round Winning Strategies: Did Ravens Give Bills Defense the Blueprint to Stop Bengals Explosive Passing Attack? We see that you have javascript disabled. ", Reach Tribune sports editor Dave Selvig at (701) 250-8246 or david.selvig@bismarcktribune.com. Here they all are. Access Hunter Luepke's Dynasty ADP and Lifetime Value Rating on Dynasty Deluxe. As a whole, North Dakota State's offense has rushed for 268 yards in the first half, averaging 9.6 yards per carry. 1:35. However, the Fighting Hawks did not score the rest of the game. The Bison now have 270 rushing yards in the first half. It could not have started much better for the fourth-ranked Bison (5-1). This is the same shoulder that Luepke had surgery on in the fall of 2020. Breaking news. @NDSUfootball FB Hunter Luepke proving hes not your typical stiff-hipped fullback with this signature TD celebration. NDSU Dom Jones. ESPN2#FCSChampionship x @NDSUfootball pic.twitter.com/Ry6lNGADlA. 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"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.". Pro Football Network, LLC. Has good burst to and through the hole. Make that 3 first half TD's for Hunter Luepke! 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. He received his official Senior Bowl invite just a couple of days before the injury. Luepke finished his Bison career with 1,665 yards rushing, 24 rushing touchdowns and nine receiving TDs. 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. 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. Luepke scored again to start the second quarter, and once more just before halftime. He scored 33 career touchdowns, 24 rushing and 9 receiving. Trey Lance Trade Rumors: What Could San Francisco 49ers Get in Return? But who comes after him? The year ended with Luepke sidelined with injury and his collegiate career over. Kobe Johnson to the house! Demonstrated the ability to track the ball over his shoulder. Flexible enough to catch passes thrown behind him. North Dakota State running back Kobe Johnson scored a 76-yard rushing touchdown, increasing the Bison lead to 21-0. 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 Underrated blocker. (81%*), 9 3/8 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. 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