Nathan Hayes is the steady, senior-sized dual-threat ready to steer NDSU's FBS leap
In the 2025 season, Nathan Hayes quietly flashed efficient, big-play potential for North Dakota State: he completed 25 of 44 passes for 381 yards, 4 touchdowns, and 1 interception, while also adding 178 rushing yards and 2 scores on 14 carries. He brings prototype size at 6-foot-3 and 228 pounds, plus experience, poise, and a strong runner’s edge that fits NDSU’s physical identity. The catch: his résumé is still small, so the upside is obvious, but the sample size is the appetizer—not the full meal.
