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Eagles select QB Cole Payton on Day 3 of NFL draft
The Eagles added to their quarterback room during Day 3 of the NFL draft, selecting North Dakota State's Cole Payton with pick No. 178.
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College flaws that could affect the 2026 NFL draft's top QBs
We've seen a lot during the college careers of the draft's top QBs. Each has something that could set them back.
North Dakota State to MWC: Big Leap or BIG MISTAKE?! 👀
Rece Davis and Dan Wetzel discuss the changing landscape of college sports. They break down Sacramento State’s $18M move to the MAC, North Dakota State’s jump to the Mountain West, and whether moving up a conference is really worth it. They also discuss whether Nebraska truly belongs in the Big Ten or Big 12. 0:00 - Welcome 0:30 - Sacramento St to MAC for $18M 3:48 - North Dakota State going to FBS, headed to MWC 13:20 - Is moving up a conference actually worth it? 15:37 - Where does Nebraska belong? The Big Ten or Big 12? 21:12 - Why championships affect a school’s identity 27:16 - Should some sports be played regionally? 31:40 - Do all conference games really matter? 39:48 - Should schools get to control their own schedules? 46:08 - Miami University coach vows to wear a Speedo if… 53:53 - Next year: What to do when football and Valentine’s Day collide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FCS power North Dakota State joins Mountain West for football
North Dakota State, which has won 10 of the last 15 FCS national titles, has joined the Mountain West Conference as a football-only member starting in 2026.