North Dakota State hosts Jacksonville State in FBS debut on Saturday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 10:08 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
North Dakota State begins its era in the FBS against Jacksonville State on Saturday. After 10 national championships in the FCS, the Bison's move was inspired by a disappointing playoff exit last season. The upcoming matchup marks NDSU's transition to the FBS, with a Mountain West debut scheduled against Air Force on September 12. The program aims to compete at a higher level and garnered support for necessary operational upgrades.
- •NDSU hosts Jacksonville State in first FBS game on August 26.
- •The Bison experienced a playoff setback last season, igniting the move.
- •NDSU will join the Mountain West after the upcoming two games.
- •The program is investing in facilities and scholarships to enhance competitiveness.
- •Fargo's growing community supports the transition to a higher level.
- 10:08 PMYahoo Sports — North Dakota State has won at a record rate at the lower levels. The Bison are rumbling into the FBS
"The latest era for this powerhouse on the prairie starts on Saturday when North Dakota State hosts Jacksonville State in its first game as an FBS program.
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