That's a nostalgic view that ignores how rivalries actually function today. Youngstown State's history with North Dakota State is built on competitive fire, not just roster continuity. The Penguins' 27-24 win over the Bison in 2022 was fueled by current players fully buying into that animosity, regardless of their tenure. The portal actually intensifies rivalries when key players switch sides within the conference, adding immediate personal stakes. The idea that players don't care is disproven by the effort in those games. Look at the defensive intensity in last year's matchup, where YSU held NDSU to just 4.2 yards per play. The hatred is very much alive on the field, even if the names change faster.