UND Football 360: Inside the Fighting Hawks Football Team

UND Football 360: Inside the Fighting Hawks Football Team

by UNDFB360

Season 2026

Danny Freund Returns to UND + Eric Schmidt on the Portal & Offseason Leaders

UND Football 360 checks in with new Offensive Coordinator Danny Freund as he returns to UND. We dig into what led to his decision, how he’s evolved as a coach, and what he sees ahead for the Fighting Hawks offense. Head Coach Eric Schmidt also joins the show to break down the transfer portal, roster movement, and what the offseason looks like for UND Football. QB Jerry Kaminski and edge rusher Lance Rucker are both returning — and both are poised to be major leaders heading into 2026. We reflect on their seasons and what they bring to next year’s team. Listen, subscribe, and stay locked in with UND Football 360.

UND Lands First 2027 Commit: Minot’s Ethan Howey Joins UNDFB360

UNDFB360 sits down with UND Football’s first commit of the 2027 class — Minot, ND standout Ethan Howey. One of the top recruits in the state of North Dakota, Howey talks about why he chose UND, why he committed early, and what type of player Fighting Hawks fans can expect when he arrives on campus. We dive into his recruitment, his connection to the program, his goals at UND, and what it means to represent North Dakota at the Division I level. If you’re a UND Football fan, a recruiting junkie, or just love following the pipeline of in‑state talent — this one is for you. 👉 Subscribe to UNDFB360 for more recruiting conversations, game breakdowns, and exclusive interviews with players and coaches.

Offseason Check‑In: Coach Schmidt, Devereaux, Wunderlich & New WR Coach KJ Maye

Tank McNamara and Kelly Howe sit down with key voices inside the UND Football program: • LB Michael Devereaux on winter workouts and the evolution of UND’s defense. • Freshman OL Aiden Wunderlich on enrolling early and adjusting to college football. • Head Coach Erich Schmidt on offseason progress, recruiting, and the updated 2026 schedule. • New WR Coach KJ Maye on his background, coaching style, and ties to UND. Search UNDFB360 on your favorite podcast platform.

Spring Momentum: Deng Deng’s Rise, New Coaches, and Schmidt’s Spring Update

Tank and Kelly are back with a fresh UND Football 360 episode, and spring ball is delivering plenty to talk about. This episode features wide receiver Deng Deng, who is stepping into a bigger role in the offense this upcoming season. Deng shares why he’s embracing the opportunity, how he’s preparing for more responsibility, and what excites him most about the direction of the offense. Tank and Kelly also dive into the impact of working with new wide receivers coach KJ Maye and offensive coordinator Danny Freund, including how their energy and teaching styles are already shaping the unit. Head Coach Eric Schmidt joins the show with a full breakdown of both sides of the ball. He highlights players who are stepping up early in spring camp, updates on new additions to the roster, and what he’s seeing from the team’s overall competitiveness. To start this episode, Tank and Kelly share some exciting UND Football 360 news as they continue exploring ways to elevate the show and expand coverage for fans. Subscribe, share, and drop your thoughts — who’s your early spring standout?

QB Commit Caden Gutzmer on Choosing UND, Development & His Game

Tank McNamara sits down with Caden Gutzmer, quarterback from Minnetonka High School and one of the highest‑ranked quarterback commits UND has landed in recent memory. In this interview, Gutzmer talks about his recent verbal commitment to the University of North Dakota, detailing why UND stood out over other offers, the importance of development and stability in today’s transfer‑portal era, and how the Fighting Hawks made him feel like a priority from day one. Caden also breaks down his on‑field game, his ability as both a passer and runner, and how recovering from a knee injury helped him grow mentally as a quarterback. He shares his thoughts on fitting into UND’s offense, early enrollment plans, and what he hopes to continue developing before arriving in Grand Forks. Topics include: The moment he committed to UND Why development and stability mattered most What stood out about Coach Eric Schmidt and Coach Freund His playing style and athletic profile Lessons learned from injury adversity Fitting into UND’s offense and quarterback room Message to Fighting Hawk fans UND Football 360 is your source for in‑depth conversations and analysis covering University of North Dakota football.

Brady Lee Commits to UND

Aquinas High School (WI) standout Brady Lee joins UND Football 360 after committing to play Division I football at the University of North Dakota. Brady talks about why now was the right time to make his decision, the Division I recruiting process and visits to top programs in the region, and what ultimately made UND the right fit. He also shares his impressions of campus, UND game days at the Alerus Center, summer plans, and what he’s looking forward to most as he prepares for college — both on and off the field.

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