NDSU returns 7 defensive starters, a 1000+ yard RB & WR and a 6th year TE.
NDSU's JR QB has been behind Brock Jensen for 3 years and is 6 6 215 he will be just fine.
NDSU's coach was the D Coord for the last 2 years.
NDSU will be just fine continuing their FBS domination 7-3 soon to be 8-3.