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Jonnie Wiltshire, Avery Scott likely to play in UND season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 12:32 AM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

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Jonnie Wiltshire and Avery Scott are expected to participate in the University of North Dakota's season opener against Long Island University on August 27. Head coach Eric Schmidt confirmed their status, noting that both players currently hold temporary restraining orders that enable their eligibility to play. A recent ruling regarding NCAA eligibility has added urgency to their situation, with further hearings anticipated in the coming days. UND, ranked No. 10 in the Stats Perform Preseason FCS Top 25, will also play St. Thomas in their second game on September 5.

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  • •UND plays Long Island University at 7 p.m. on August 27.
  • •Wiltshire and Scott seek a fifth season of eligibility.
  • •Their temporary restraining orders allow them to play.
  • •UND is ranked No. 10 in the Preseason FCS Top 25.
  • •Further hearings on their eligibility are expected soon.
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  • 12:32 AMYahoo Sports — Jonnie Wiltshire, Avery Scott expected to play in UND's season opener
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Aug. 24—GRAND FORKS — UND defensive backs Jonnie Wiltshire and Avery Scott are expected to play in the Fighting Hawks' season opener on Thursday night, according to Fighting Hawks head coach Eric Schmidt. The Hawks, ranked No. 10 in the Stats Perform Preseason FCS Top 25, host Long Island University at 7 p.m. at the Alerus Center. Wiltshire and Scott are seeking a fifth season of eligibility. ...

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