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Reese Walters returns as Red River's starting quarterback after injury

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Reese Walters returns as Red River's starting quarterback after injury

Summary

Reese Walters has regained his position as the starting quarterback for Grand Forks Red River as the team prepares for its season opener against West Fargo Horace on Friday at 6:30 p.m. Walters, who suffered a tibia stress fracture last season and played only five games, is determined to lead his team after watching teammate Matt Dosch take over last year. With guidance from his brother, JB Walters, and support from key returning players, Walters aims to make a significant impact this season. Coach Vyrn Muir is optimistic about Walters' potential to emulate Dosch's success as a playmaker.

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•Walters enters the season as the Roughriders' starting quarterback.
•He made five starts last season before an injury sidelined him.
•Red River begins the season against West Fargo Horace, who won last year's opener 34-7.
•Key returning players include senior receiver Max Mannausau and tight end Brody Behm.
•Walters has worked in the offseason to improve through various camps.

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Aug. 27—GRAND FORKS — After serving as the backup to standout quarterback Pearce Parks in 2024, Reese Walters entered his junior season with the keys to Grand Forks Red River's offense. He wound up making just five starts. Walters suffered a stress fracture in his tibia in the second quarter against Kindred on Sept. 26. Matt Dosch was named the starter for the rest of the season, and though ...
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