North Dakota State Wins 10th FCS Title with 35-32 Victory Over Montana State
The Bison held off a second-half rally by the undefeated Bobcats to secure their 10th championship in 14 seasons in the final FCS title game at Frisco's Toyota Stadium.
- North Dakota State quarterback Cam Miller accounted for four touchdowns, including two rushing and two passing, in the Bison's narrow 35-32 win over Montana State.
- The Bison built a commanding 21-3 halftime lead before Montana State, led by Walter Payton Award winner Tommy Mellott, mounted a strong second-half comeback to close within three points.
- Wide receiver Bryce Lance, younger brother of former NDSU quarterback Trey Lance, had nine receptions for 108 yards and a touchdown, playing a pivotal role in the victory.
- This marks North Dakota State's 10th FCS championship in 14 seasons, solidifying its dominance as one of college football's most successful dynasties despite having a mid-tier FCS budget.
- The game was the last FCS championship to be held at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas, with the event moving to Nashville for the next two seasons due to planned renovations at the venue.