GRAND FORKS — The UND run defense has gone from a weakness in 2024 to a strength so far in 2025. As the Fighting Hawks sit on a bye week this weekend, the UND run defense ranks No. 9 in the FCS, giving up 85.3 yards per game — about 100 fewer yards per game than the Hawks surrendered in 2024. ADVERTISEMENTKansas State (143 rushing yards) is the only team UND has allowed to run for more than 82 yards against the Hawks. UND rushing yards allowed by season2025 (four games) — 85.32024 — 187.82023 — 155.32022 — 171.72021 — 139.4ADVERTISEMENTTop 10 FCS run defenses1.