North Dakota State Bison · All-time career leaders
North Dakota State Football Career Receptions Leaders
Zach Vraa holds North Dakota State's career receptions record with 195 receptions (2011–2015). Darrius Shepherd (188) and Kole Heckendorf (178) round out the top three. 8 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Bryce Lance (2021–2025), No. 9 on the list.
North Dakota State BisonUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Receptions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zach Vraa | 2011–2015 | 195 |
| 2 | Darrius Shepherd | 2015–2018 | 188 |
| 3 | Kole Heckendorf | 2005–2008 | 178 |
| 4 | Travis White | 2002–2006 | 163 |
| 5 | Warren Holloway | 2008–2011 | 161 |
| 6 | RJ Urzendowski | 2014–2017 | 149 |
| 7 | Ryan Smith | 2010–2013 | 147 |
| 8 | TR McDonald | 1990–1993 | 134 |
| 9 | Bryce Lance | 2021–2025 | 127 |
| 10 | Tim Strehlow | 1996–1999 | 121 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at North Dakota State only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.