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Former Bison QB Payton drawing rave reviews from NFL analysts at Senior Bowl practices
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FARGO — Former North Dakota State quarterback Cole Payton is drawing rave reviews for his performances during Panini Senior Bowl practices in Mobile, Alabama.
The Senior Bowl college football all-star game is slated for 1:30 p.m. (CT) on Saturday, Jan. 31, at Whitney Stadium.
Having played under-center at North Dakota State, Payton looked comfortable taking snaps and making throws from multiple pre-snap platforms.
National Team quarterback Cole Payton (9) of North Dakota State passes during National Senior Bowl practice Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, at Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile, Alabama.
https://t.co/q2WmZ1jDIL pic.twitter.com/m5av8yucFe — Dom Izzo (@DomIzzoWDAY) January 29, 2026Talked to NDSU QB Cole Payton about why Fargo is so important to him.