The Nickel Trophy is back on the line Saturday when North Dakota travels to face North Dakota State in one of college football’s most heated rivalries.
North Dakota leads the all-time series 63-51-3 dating back to 1894. But North Dakota State has dominated recently, winning six of the last seven meetings between the programs.
Cole Payton has been the driving force behind top-ranked North Dakota State’s perfect 9-0 season. The quarterback’s dual-threat ability has made him dangerous whether he’s throwing or running the ball.
Payton has reliable targets in Barika Kpeenu and Bryce Lance.
The Fighting Hawks (6-3) saw their five-game winning streak end against South Dakota in their last outing. Jerry Kaminski remains a threat under center for North Dakota.
B.J. Fleming and Sawyer Seidl lead the team’s offensive attack behind Kaminski’s leadership.
North Dakota vs. North Dakota State channel, live stream
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: ESPN+
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North Dakota vs. North Dakota State start time
- Date: Saturday, Nov. 8
- Time: 2 p.m. ET | 1 p.m. CT
Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, Nov. 8.
The game will be played at Alerus Center in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The stadium holds up to 21,000 fans.
North Dakota football schedule 2025
Here’s the upcoming schedule for the Fighting Hawks:
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Nov. 8 | vs. North Dakota State | 2 p.m. |
| Nov. 15 | at Murray State | 12 p.m. |
| Nov. 22 | vs. South Dakota State | 2 p.m. |
North Dakota State football schedule 2025
Here’s the upcoming schedule for the Bison:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Nov. 8 | at North Dakota | 2 p.m. |
| Nov. 15 | vs Northern Iowa | 3:30 p.m. |
| Nov. 22 | vs St Thomas (MN) | 3:30 p.m. |
