Braden Mohr returns to Fighting Hawks lineup after two season-ending injuries

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 2:34 PM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

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University of North Dakota senior edge Braden Mohr returned to the field last Thursday in the Fighting Hawks' season opener against Long Island University. Mohr recorded 1.5 sacks in the game, marking his first appearance at the Alerus Center since his collegiate career was repeatedly interrupted by injuries. He missed the majority of the 2024 season following a knee injury and saw his 2025 campaign end prematurely due to an ankle injury sustained in the third week. After undergoing a full offseason of training and participating in spring practice, Mohr cleared the recovery process to rejoin the defensive rotation. Head coach Eric Schmidt credited Mohr's work ethic and impact, noting the defender's ability to pressure opposing quarterbacks. The Fighting Hawks aim to utilize his pass-rushing skills as he continues to reintegrate into the team's defensive schemes.

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  • Braden Mohr recorded 1.5 sacks in the 2026 season opener against Long Island University.
  • Mohr missed the previous two seasons due to knee and ankle injuries.
  • He participated in spring ball and a full training camp for the first time in years.
  • Head coach Eric Schmidt described Mohr as an impact player and a primary defensive contributor.
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  • 2:34 PMYahoo SportsAfter two season-ending injuries, Braden Mohr enjoying time back with Fighting Hawks
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Sep. 1—GRAND FORKS — Across the last three seasons, UND senior edge Braden Mohr has a sack in every game he's played in the Alerus Center. The only problem is he's only played in two games in Grand Forks in 2024, 2025 and 2026. Mohr, who had 1.5 sacks in UND's 2026 season opener last Thursday against Long Island University, suffered a season-ending knee injury in the 2024 season opener at Iowa ...

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