Trey Lance

Trey Lance is a professional football player with a notable track record in the National Football League (NFL). Starting his career as a quarterback for the North Dakota State Bison from 2019 to 2020, Lance helped the team become a 2× FCS national champion in 2018 and 2019. His talents on the field were recognized in 2019 when he received the Walter Payton Award for being the most outstanding offensive player in the FCS and the Jerry Rice Award for being the FCS's top freshman. He was also named the MVFC Offensive Player of the Year and was selected for the First-team All-MVFC in the same year.

In 2021, Lance was selected third overall by the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL draft and signed a four-year rookie contract. He made his NFL debut in the same year, scoring his first career win in a game against the Houston Texans. However, his tenure with the 49ers was marred by an ankle injury, which led to him being traded to the Dallas Cowboys in 2023. After two seasons with the Cowboys, Lance signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Chargers in 2025, and was re-signed for another year in 2026.

Despite the challenges, Lance's career in the NFL has been marked by remarkable resilience and adaptability. With a successful stint as a starting quarterback for the North Dakota State Bison under his belt, and the experience of playing for teams like the San Francisco 49ers, Dallas Cowboys, and now the Los Angeles Chargers, Lance has proven his prowess on the field time and again. His awards and recognitions, including the Walter Payton Award and the Jerry Rice Award, further underscore his capabilities as an accomplished football player.