NDSU Bison Dominate FCS All-America Teams

Payton, Lance, Fraley & More Earn Top Honors in 2025 Season

Apr. 10, 2026 at 2:28pm

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A cubist, geometric painting in shades of green, gold, and white, capturing the dynamic action and energy of a football game in an abstract, fragmented style.The Bison's standout season is reflected in their dominance of the FCS All-America teams, though some fans argue other players deserved recognition.Fargo Today

North Dakota State University's Bison football team had an impressive 2025 season, with seven players making the Stats Perform FCS All-America Team. While the team's success is undeniable, with four players on the first team and three more on the second and third teams, some fans may argue that other deserving players were overlooked.

Why it matters

The Bison's dominance in the FCS underscores their continued excellence as a football powerhouse, with their 12th Missouri Valley Football Conference championship and 12-1 overall record. However, the All-America selections have sparked some debate, as fans believe other players may have also deserved recognition.

The details

Among the Bison's standout players is freshman Nate Tastad, who started all 13 games at left guard and was named to the Stats Perform Freshman All-America Team. The team's overall success and individual accolades highlight their continued dominance in the FCS.

  • The 2025 season saw the Bison's 12th Missouri Valley Football Conference championship.
  • The Stats Perform FCS All-America Team was announced in April 2026.

The players

Nate Tastad

A freshman who started all 13 games at left guard for the Bison and was named to the Stats Perform Freshman All-America Team.

North Dakota State University Bison

The Bison football team, a dominant force in the FCS with 12 Missouri Valley Football Conference championships and a 12-1 record in the 2025 season.

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The takeaway

The Bison's dominance in the FCS is a testament to their continued excellence as a football program, but the All-America selections have sparked some debate among fans who believe other deserving players were overlooked.