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VCSU Viking Football Signs 32 on National Signing Day
Valley City State University announces 32 new recruits for the 2026 season, including players from North Dakota and across the country.
Feb. 3, 2026 at 4:07pm
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Valley City State University announced the signing of 32 athletes on Monday, Feb. 2 for the upcoming 2026 season. The incoming group includes five transfers and 27 high school seniors, with nine players hailing from North Dakota. The Vikings' new recruits also come from states like Hawaii, Minnesota, Texas, and more.
Why it matters
Signing day is a critical time for college football programs to build their rosters and set the foundation for future success. VCSU's 32 new signees represent an opportunity to strengthen the team's depth and talent across multiple positions as they look to compete in the Frontier Conference.
The details
The 32 student-athletes have signed letters of intent to continue their academic and athletic careers at VCSU. Head Coach Dennis McCulloch expressed excitement about the class, saying they reflect the program's values of being 'tough, competitive, and built the right way.' The new recruits include a mix of transfers and high school seniors, with the high school group featuring players from North Dakota as well as several other states.
- VCSU announced the signing class on Monday, February 2, 2026.
- The Vikings are scheduled to open the 2026 season on the road at Southwest Minnesota State on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
The players
Dennis McCulloch
VCSU Head Coach who expressed excitement about the incoming recruiting class and their potential to make an immediate impact.
Nixon Buchmiller
Wide receiver recruit from Harvey High School in North Dakota.
Brayden Medeiros
Quarterback recruit from James Campbell High School in Hawaii.
Tayveon Russell
Defensive back recruit from Chapin High School in Texas.
Micah Gonzalez
Kicker recruit from Franklin High School in Texas.
What they’re saying
“We're extremely excited about this class and the work that went into bringing these 32 young men to Valley City. This group reflects exactly what we want our program to be—tough, competitive, and built the right way.”
— Dennis McCulloch, VCSU Head Coach
“The transfers already on campus have hit the ground running, and we're confident this entire class will make an immediate impact both on the field and in the locker room as we continue to build in the Frontier Conference.”
— Dennis McCulloch, VCSU Head Coach
What’s next
The Vikings are scheduled to open the 2026 season on the road at Southwest Minnesota State in Marshall, Minnesota on Thursday, August 27th.
The takeaway
VCSU's 32-player recruiting class represents a strong effort to build depth and talent across multiple positions as the program looks to compete in the Frontier Conference. The mix of in-state and out-of-state recruits, as well as transfers, suggests the coaching staff is casting a wide net to find the right fit for the team's future.
