USC Football Welcomes Chad Bowden as New GM

As the 2025 FCS offseason progresses, North Dakota State University (NDSU), coming off a 14-2 season and a national championship win, faces significant questions, particularly regarding their starting quarterback for the upcoming season. Fifth-year senior Cole Payton is seen as the frontrunner despite his recent injury history, while Nathan Hayes is emerging as a potential challenger. Meanwhile, USC has made a strategic move by hiring Chad Bowden from Notre Dame as their new general manager, aiming to address ongoing personnel issues and build a championship-caliber roster. The Trojans are looking for consistency at quarterback with Jayden Maiava, who has shown potential but struggled at times, and they are also adjusting to significant losses in their running back corps. Both programs are navigating transitional phases as they prepare for the next competitive season, highlighting the challenges and opportunities ahead. With these developments, fans from both schools are eager to see how these strategic changes will impact their teams' performances in 2025.