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NDSU Beats SEMO 41-14 Behind Payton’s 4-Touchdown Showing
Cole Payton set a school record with 348 passing yards, completing 16 of 23 passes and leading the Bison to a decisive 41-14 win over Southeast Missouri State.
- North Dakota State defeated Southeast Missouri State 41-14 on September 13, 2025, at the Fargodome in Fargo for their 200th home win.
- This game highlighted NDSU's effort to strengthen their offense following last year's championship team, as opponents concentrated on limiting the running game.
- Senior quarterback Cole Payton connected on 16 of 23 attempts, amassing 348 passing yards and four touchdowns—two of which were caught by RaJa Nelson—while Bryce Lance contributed 159 receiving yards, including a 75-yard touchdown reception.
- NDSU coach Tim Polasek noted that the passing yardage might well have reached the 400s, commending the passing attack for its precision and effectiveness despite the opposing defense’s strong emphasis on stopping the run.
- The victory improved NDSU’s record to 3-0, reinforced their top-ranked FCS status, and suggested opponents may increasingly challenge their passing game over the traditional run attack.
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NDSU beats SEMO 41-14 behind Payton's 4-touchdown showing
Cole Payton threw for four touchdowns, including two to RaJa Nelson, as top-ranked North Dakota State rolled past Southeast Missouri State 41-14 on Saturday for its 200th win in the Fargodome.
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Behind QB Payton, explosive Bison overpower Southeast Missouri St.
FARGO — North Dakota State raised another championship banner at the Fargodome, putting an 18th season on the large yellow flag on the southeast corner of the building, in this case 2024. The Bison then proceeded to raise the roof with another explosive offensive performance, most notably one of the most prolific passing games in school history by senior Cole Payton. The 2025 offense so far is resembling last year’s outfit. Payton completed 16 o…
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