Grant Noland leads FCS in pass break-ups after standout performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 12:34 AM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
College SportsGrant Noland, a cornerback for the University of North Dakota (UND), has gained recognition as the FCS leader in pass break-ups following his performance against South Dakota State on October 14. Noland recorded six pass break-ups during the game, earning him the Missouri Valley Football Conference Defensive Player of the Week honors. This achievement marked the highest number of pass break-ups in a game for any FCS or FBS player this season, contributing to UND's notable upset victory over the top-ranked team. Noland has now accumulated a total of 13 pass break-ups this season, edging closer to the school's single-season record of 15. UND’s coaching staff commended Noland for his skills and consistent performance.
- •Noland named Missouri Valley Football Conference Defensive Player of the Week.
- •Recorded six pass break-ups against South Dakota State.
- •Leads all FCS players in total pass break-ups this season with 13.
- •Formerly a safety, Noland transitioned to cornerback due to team needs.
- •His family has strong ties to UND football, impacting his development.
- 12:34 AMYahoo Sports — UND cornerback Grant Noland drawing attention as FCS leader in pass break-ups
"Oct. 20—GRAND FORKS — After the UND football team upset then-No. 1 South Dakota State last Saturday, Fighting Hawks linebacker Mike Devereaux gave a shoutout to cornerback Grant Noland. "Grant Noland is one of the best corners in the nation," Devereaux said. "I feel like a lot of attention needs to be brought to him." That attention is starting to show up. Noland was named this week's Missouri ...
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