#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #45: A former walk-on that became a starter by the time he left NDSU. Saved his biggest play for his last game, an interception in the 2019 #FCSChampionship Game. The pride of Dickinson, number 45, Levi Jordheim.

#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #45 (bonus): A junior college transfer that arrived in 2010 and became an instant playmaker. He racked up 173 tackles in two seasons and was a force in the middle in helping NDSU to its first Division 1 championship. Number 45, Chad Willson.

#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #44: One of the great linebackers in school history, a two-team Great West first team selection. He racked up 249 tackles during his time with the Bison and was a part of a great trio of LB's. A Super Bowl Champion, number 44, Ramon Humber.

#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #44: An FCS All-American, the 2022 FCS Championship Game MVP. Played in 43 career games and scored 33 touchdowns. Entering year three with the Dallas Cowboys, started four games last season. Flourished at both FB+RB, number 44, Hunter Luepke.

#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #44: A four year starter at linebacker, who played all three positions during his career. A captain in his senior year, he saved two of his best games for his last in leading NDSU to the 2011 title. From Sioux Falls, number 44, Preston Evans.

#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #43: Entering his third year as a starting linebacker, a two-time Missouri Valley first-team selection. Came up with three huge interceptions last year, including sealing the Dakota Marker game with a tremendous play. Number 43, Logan Kopp.

#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #42 (bonus): A landmark win in Bison football history. 2010 FCS Playoffs, second round in Bozeman. NDSU scores 28 fourth-quarter points to beat Montana State 42-17. Bison complete just 5 passes, DJ McNorton scores four rushing TDs.

#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #40: One of the great running backs in school history. Ranked 9th all-time in TD’s, single game record holder for yards(263). Member of the Bison coaching staff for ten years, now coaching with the Detroit Lions. Number 40, Coach Tyler Roehl.

We’re still thinking about last week’s #HornetGrind and we can’t help but be filled with #HornetPride

#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #40 (x4): A homegrown product who became a three-time national champion. An outstanding player from Hillsboro, that became a tremendous fullback. Named a first-team Valley selection in 2013, number 40, Andrew Grothmann.

#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #38: One of the all-time great linebackers in school history, played in 59 career games. A devastating hitter, he also had seven fumble recoveries, 5 interceptions and 10 sacks. 2nd year coaching with the Bison, number 38, Carlton Littlejohn.

North Dakota State’s favorite duo checking in for Day 1 of Seahawks camp.

#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #37: The biggest kick in school history. Down 21-20 at Iowa with 5 seconds left, Cam Pedersen drills a 37-yard field goal as time expired to deliver NDSU its biggest win in school history, 23-21. Marked the sixth straight win over an FBS program.

Fall sports are closer than you think… check out the schedules for this year’s games! #HornetPride #ScheduleDrop (game times and dates could change due to weather or other external circumstances)

#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #35: One of the greatest players in school history. Played and started in a then record 61 games, all-conference player at safety and cornerback. Ranks 6th all-time in interceptions with 13. A future Hall of Famer, number 35,Christian Dudzik .

#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #34: One of the great leaders in school history, a two-time team captain, who won 3 titles. Played in 55 career games and holds the school record for tackles in a game with 29. The defensive coordinator for the Bison, number 34, Grant Olson.

#NDSUSeasonOpenerCountdown: #33 (bonus): The most impressive FBS win for NDSU came in 2007 at Central Michigan. The Bison pounded the eventual MAC champions 44-14, capped off by this 33-yard beauty from Coach Tyler Roehl. CMU had JJ Watt, Antonio Brown and Dan LaFevour on its team.

Belief + eagerness to work = you tell me! #HuntOurBest #AlwaysInPursuit

"Hunter Luepke is an incredible football player. He really is. It's amazing, just his instincts for the game and what he brings. Being able to play three, four positions is incredible to me. I can't say enough great things about him." #ProBison