North Dakota State Bison Depth Chart

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79
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79
DEF
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Matchup
Mountain West4-0 (2026)#117 Recruiting
Depth Chart· Updated Oct 2, 2026· Two-deep · Public sources

Injury status isn't confirmed for North Dakota State right now — the depth chart above reflects listed rank only.

Next game kickoff time

North Dakota State Bison plays Wyoming at home on Sat, Oct 3. The listed kickoff time is 03:30 PM ET.

See the schedule and scores →

Coaching Staff

Head CoachTim Polaseksince 2023
Offensive CoordinatorDan Larson
Defensive CoordinatorGrant Olson

Team Stats

4 games · as of Oct 2

Points/G
35.0
Yards/G
370.5
Pass Yds/G
211.8
Rush Yds/G
158.8
TO Margin
4
3rd Down %
42.31%
Total TD
16
Sacks
7
TFL
12
INT
7
Team Analysis
WHY #66 IN WS POWER
Results this season-3.0 pts

Undefeated so far this season.

2025 SP+: 2.6

85%

Roster talent: 5th percentile

7%

Recruiting class: #117 national

6%

Returning production: N/A — not ranked

2%

Base rating is the blend above; −3.0 résumé adjustment from 2026 results. How we rank · not a betting line.

Portal

3 adds in two-deep · avg 76 OVR · top add: K. Anene (RT, 85, from Kansas)

Coach North Dakota StateTake them from week one to the natty. You call every play.
DAILY PICKSMake your picks.Today's games. No account needed.

Updated Oct 2, 2026 · Data from public sources

North Dakota State Starting Quarterback

North Dakota State Bison starting lineup

Nathan Hayes is the projected starting quarterback for North Dakota State as of October 2, 2026. Trey Drake is listed second.

North Dakota State also projects DJ Scott at running back, Mekhi Collins at wide receiver and Kaden Zenzen at tight end.

The full North Dakota State Bison two-deep was last updated October 2, 2026. Depth charts are projections and can change week to week with injuries and coaching decisions.

Common questions

Who is North Dakota State's starting quarterback?
Nathan Hayes is the projected starting quarterback for North Dakota State as of October 2, 2026. Trey Drake is listed second.
Who starts at running back for North Dakota State?
DJ Scott is the projected starter at running back for North Dakota State, with Myles Mitchell listed second.
Who starts at wide receiver for North Dakota State?
Mekhi Collins is the projected starter at wide receiver for North Dakota State, with Logan Conklin listed second.
Who starts at tight end for North Dakota State?
Kaden Zenzen is the projected starter at tight end for North Dakota State, with Reis Kessel listed second.
When was the North Dakota State Bison depth chart last updated?
The North Dakota State Bison depth chart on Who's Starting was last updated October 2, 2026. It refreshes daily through the season.
What was North Dakota State's record last season?
North Dakota State Bison finished 12-1 (8-0 in Mountain West play).
When does North Dakota State Bison play next?
North Dakota State Bison plays Wyoming at home on Sat, Oct 3. The listed kickoff time is 03:30 PM ET.

Full North Dakota State roster

Every player on the North Dakota State Bison depth chart, by position.