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UND football players Wiltshire and Scott near eligibility hearings

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 12:31 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

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Summary

Jonnie Wiltshire and Avery Scott, two players from the University of North Dakota football team, are scheduled for eligibility hearings. Wiltshire's preliminary injunction is set for early October, while Scott's hearing occurs this Thursday. Both players, seeking a fifth season of eligibility, were granted temporary restraining orders by the court prior to the season. Wiltshire, a starting nickelback, has recorded 15 tackles, while Scott, a key backup, has six tackles this season. The Fighting Hawks, currently ranked No. 7 in the FCS Top 25 with a 3-1 record, prepare for their Missouri Valley Football Conference opener against Indiana State on Saturday at noon.

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Status Watch

•Jonnie Wiltshire's hearing is set for the first week of October.
•Avery Scott's hearing is scheduled for this Thursday.
•Wiltshire has 15 tackles and leads in defensive contributions.
•Scott has provided six tackles and is a valuable backup.
•UND Football is 3-1 and ranked No. 7 heading into conference play.

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12:31 AMYahoo Sports — UND football's Wiltshire, Scott nearing eligibility court dates

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Sep. 21—GRAND FORKS — Two UND football players are expected to receive eligibility clarity soon. Starting nickel Jonnie Wiltshire will have a preliminary injunction hearing on his eligibility lawsuit take place the first week of October, while cornerback Avery Scott will do the same on Thursday of this week, according to UND head coach Eric Schmidt. Both UND defenders received temporary ...
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