29 Nov 2022 15:48:03 ESPN2#FCSChampionship x @NDSUfootball pic.twitter.com/aIA5IWswPj. Click or tap here for live stats. 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. 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. (38%*), 75 6/8 We thought it was the best thing for me to move on with my athletic career. He missed a couple of months rehabbing that injury, missing the first couple of games of the spring All rights reserved. Luepke had carried the momentum from last year's title game into this season. Copyright 2023 KVLY. Fullback Hunter Luepke announced on Twitter his decision as he heads off to the next chapter in his life. Luepke faces a lengthy rehab. ", Reach Tribune sports editor Dave Selvig at (701) 250-8246 or david.selvig@bismarcktribune.com. ESPN2#FCSChampionship pic.twitter.com/cjUAJfVR8x. I talked to my wife Sadie and to my parents. Hunter, Clemsons second-leading scorer at 14 points per game, has started all 18 games this season. This is the same shoulder that Luepke had surgery on in the fall of 2020. ESPN2#FCSChampionship pic.twitter.com/wPCo0LHyvd, Big plays by Lance all season long. 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. Theres usually only one or two true fullbacks drafted each year and Luepke is a good bet to have his name called next April. 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. 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. Bagent made big throw after big throw in Shepherds win. Interceptions: UND Devon Krzanowski, Hayden Galvin. There was a problem saving your notification. For information on the Senior Bowl, follow both Jim andthe Reeses Senior Bowl main account. 1:35. pic.twitter.com/alD2fCBVK8, "The hit definitely was something different. 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. 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). He began working for WDAY in 2006 as the weekend sports anchor and was promoted to Sports Director in 2010. 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. He received his official Senior Bowl invite just a couple of days before the injury. 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 2 seed North Dakota State beat North Dakota State leads Montana State 28-0 after two quarters of play. 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. Demonstrated the ability to track the ball over his shoulder. I got my degree in December, and for my body's sake and my family's sake, this is the best decision for me.". The We knew he was a special talent.". Luepke's touchdown finishes a 14-play scoring drive that saw 10 rushing attempts. 2018 SEASON (REDSHIRT): Took a redshirt year with the Bison and did not play in any gamesNamed to the MVFC Honor Roll. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. You can cancel at any time. Just a freak scenario.". HIGH SCHOOL: 2018 graduate of Spencer High Montana State missed a 43-yard field goal on its second drive. UND, which lost for the first time in five games, answered in the first quarter. 2023 The Associated Press. UND: Bo Belquist 21 pass from Tommy Schuster (Adam Stage kick), 12:01. 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. 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. #GoCatsGo pic.twitter.com/B5BzpZqmtg. Chris Harris with the hit on Luepke's left shoulder. 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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. Kobe Johnson to the house! 2023 NFL Draft Shrine Bowl prospect roundup: Rashee Rice, Charlie Jones rising. That came to a screeching halt on November 12th in Carbondale, Illinois. Hunter Luepke gave the Bison the boost they needed. Log in to your WTOP account for notifications and alerts customized for you. Hunter suffered a shoulder injury in a game against Southern Illinois last month. Charlie Jones and Rashee Rice are just two 2023 NFL Draft prospects who've made themselves known nationally this year. 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. We miss the PAT there and lost a little momentum.". "That was pretty tough. It could not have started much better for the fourth-ranked Bison (5-1). (13%*), 75 6/8 More AP college football: https://apnews.com/tag/Collegefootball. @NDSUfootball @seniorbowl pic.twitter.com/fHtbf6YLQk, "I sat down with that for a little bit. The first big upset of the Class A girls basketball season came when Legacy took down top-ranked Minot. FULLBACK TOUCHDOWN!There are few things more right about football than a North Dakota State fullback. UND: Otis Weah 74 run (kick failed), 4:47. 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. 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. Rice is a smooth and precise route runner, and he made contested catches at all three levels. When it comes to high school girls basketball, some nights you shoot well, other nights, you don't. What a catch by Lance McCutcheon for the @MSUBobcats_FB TD! The Bison remain in front 7-0. NDSU is slated to play Tennessee State in 2024 and 2025. "I was trying to get as many opinions as possible. The biggest things that stood out Saturday were his twitchy movements during pre-game warmups and his improved play strength in the game. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. 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 touchdown caps off a seven-play 75-yard drive that saw North Dakota State have three plays of 10 or more yards. 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. North Dakota State fullback Hunter Luepke runs for a 55-yard touchdown during Saturday's game at the Fargodome. "I thought our guys played hard," UND head coach Bubba Schweigert said. Need help accessing the FCC Public File due to a disability? The Bison travel to Vermillion, South Dakota, to face USD (1-3). Luepke will leave NDSU as one of the more remarkable athletes in the Division I era. North Dakota State quarterback Cam Miller found Josh Babicz on a play-action pass for the first score of the second half. 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. 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. Not truly explosive, but possesses enough speed to beat linebacker to the edge. "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. 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. Hes shooting 41% from the Otis Weah gained 129 yards on 13 carries with a touchdown. Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. The Bison now have 270 rushing yards in the first half. Luepke, a 245-pound fullback, had a career day for fourth-ranked North Dakota State (5-1, 4-1 Missouri Valley Football Conference). Luepke won't threaten the top of the defense. The Bobcat offense struggled without its freshman phenom, falling behind 35-0.. North Dakota State moves to 9-0 in FCS championship games as the dynasty continues. 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. Quentin Johnston, WR, TCU | NFL Draft Scouting Report. The Bison take over with good field position and 10:39 remaining in the half. Your film is your resume. He has another year of eligibility because of the COVID-19 waiver. "It was pretty sweet," Luepke said of the long TD run, which was initially ruled down inside the 1 yard line. Six months to get the shoulder fully healthy, with no contact. 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. On the other side, Montana State lost its quarterback Tommy Mellott on the first drive. 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. Trey Lance Trade Rumors: What Could San Francisco 49ers Get in Return? pic.twitter.com/Jt9vsnclUs. 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. Next Saturday, UND plays at Youngstown State (1-4). We really never had momentum and they kind of had that momentum," Schweigert said. historically in the player's position group (Higher value represents better perfomance). The @seniorbowl is looking live at @SURamsFootball vs. @VulcanFootball. Montana State's first drive stalled in Bison territory, with a fake field goal attempt turning into a punt. (81%*), 9 3/8 The Bison get on the board first with the big TD run! No reported North Dakota State answered Montana State's field goal with one of their own, pushing the lead back to 35-points. He scored 33 career touchdowns, 24 rushing and 9 receiving. 1 Patriots hold off Legacy, remain unbeaten, Kinnebrew powers No. Luepke took a carry up the middle and was hit on the left shoulder by Saluki linebacker Chris Harris, Junior. Montana State wide receiver Lance McCutcheon scored a 28-yard touchdown, giving the Bobcats their first touchdown of the game. On Montana State's first drive, quarterback Tommy Mellott suffered what appears to be a right ankle injury. Tommy Schuster was 13-for-26 passing for 143 yards with a touchdown for second-ranked North Dakota (4-1, 4-1). The 6-foot-1, 245-pound Luepke had touchdown runs of 8 yards in the second quarter and 5 yards in the third. It's not certain if Luepke's NFL Draft status has taken a hit with him not being able to play. Luepke wont run past defenders like Luepke did at the college level. 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. "All the blocking was perfect today," Luepke said. (29%*), 30 5/8 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. 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. Luepke said. 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. Currently working with medical experts outside of the region. 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. You have permission to edit this article. 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. 4 WR, Kevin Coleman After landing yet another top Luepke left the game and didn't return. "Everybody was doing their 1/11th. 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. The former Colorado player was on our radar last year before he opted to return for another year and head to Los Angeles. Share scouting report on Twitter or Facebook, 4.65 seconds Underrated blocker. 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 NFL Divisional Round Winning Strategies: Did Ravens Give Bills Defense the Blueprint to Stop Bengals Explosive Passing Attack? Luepke says he will schedule his own Pro Day in late April to give the scouts as best an evaluation as they can get. Our latest list of 2023 NFL Draft sleepers is highlighted by Washington WR Jalen McMillan -- an emergent star in 2022. 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. Hunter Luepke player profile featuring advanced stats, metrics & analytics: 40 time, burst, agility, SPARQ, hand size and comparable players Hunter Luepke Injury History. Kraft suffered an ankle injury against Iowa in the SDSU opener this year, but he should be back soon and show his NFL potential. Hunter Luepke College Stats. Solid receiver in the flat, capable of running through tackles on the edge to move the chains. 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. Luepke is a good all-around blocker, quality receiver, and above average, gritty 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. Fights for extra yardage and is reliable in short-yardage situations. His playing speed is less than elite. North Dakota State used a methodical drive to score on its first possession, which was capped off by a Luepke touchdown. North Dakota State leads Montana State by 35 points, 38-3. Ordinarily sized, hard-nosed, intriguing 4 tool offensive weapon who screams football player. 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.
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