In its final road game of 2022, Concordia will head to Briar Cliff for a matchup with the Chargers. The Bulldogs (3-5) own a 16-3 all-time series record after wining the 2021 matchup, 61-21, in Seward.
Five-hundred yards of offensive output wasn’t quite enough on Saturday (Oct. 29) as the Concordia University Football team suffered another close loss. No. 14 Midland defeated the Bulldogs, 41-31, despite three touchdowns from Luke Lang.
The Bulldogs came within an eyelash of extending their win streak in last week's 29-28 loss to Dordt. After three in a row at home, Concordia will take on rival Midland in Fremont on Saturday for the 67th all-time series meeting.
A school record performance versus Dordt led to quarterback DJ McGarvie being named the GPAC Offensive Player of the Week. McGarvie threw for 458 yards and four touchdowns while completing 34 passes.
Concordia couldn't hang onto a 28-20 fourth quarter lead and had its three-game win streak snapped by Dordt on Saturday (Oct. 22). In the 29-28 defeat, quarterback DJ McGarvie broke the program record for passing yards in a game.
Concordia will attempt to continue its surge this Saturday as it hosts Dordt on Saturday. The Bulldogs have strung together wins over Dakota Wesleyan, Jamestown and Mount Marty as the offense has found its identity.
Big plays on both sides of the ball, special teams miscues and another school record for Korrell Koehlmoos were part of the story on Saturday (Oct. 15). The Bulldogs racked up 431 yards of offense while defeating Mount Marty, 47-24.
Momentum is building for a Concordia Football team that has undergone an offensive revival over the past two weeks. Meanwhile, Devon Polley was named the GPAC Defensive Player of the Week on Monday.
A rising star on the interior of the Concordia defensive line, Devon Polley has been recognized as the GPAC Defensive Player of the Week. Polley produced four tackles, 2.5 sacks and two quarterback hurries in the win over Jamestown.
The offense put together its best day of the season behind a prolific passing attack quarterbacked by DJ McGarvie. The Bulldogs piled up more than 500 yards and won 30-15 as Korrell Koehlmoos became the program's all-time leading pass catcher.
The 2024 Concordia Football team was the best that Coach Patrick Daberkow has ever been around. The Bulldogs went 8-2 and rewrote the program's offensive record books behind quarterback DJ McGarvie.
After four-straight weeks of knocking on the door as a “receiving votes” team, Concordia Football has cracked the NAIA top 25. The Bulldogs landed at No. 23 while earning a top 25 ranking for the first time since 2017.
Though his football coaching career may be ending, Coach Meyer’s love for Jesus, family and Bulldog Football is eternal. "Mr. Concordia" leaves a legacy of service as a mentor to Bulldogs past and present.
Names like DJ McGarvie, Austin Jablonski and Mark Arp have earned well-deserved headlines, but the work of the big guys up front has been just as critical for Concordia Football. The Bulldogs' veteran lines have become a force.
The time is now for a Concordia Football team loaded with experience. A passing game spurred by DJ McGarvie and Austin Jablonski and a defense with strength up front provide confidence that 2024 could turn into a season of postseason contention.
Behind the scenes, Sterup has earned about as much respect as anyone within the Concordia Football locker room. His play on the football field speaks volumes – and so too do his actions off of it.
The 'talking season' got underway on July 15 as Head Coach Patrick Daberkow and three Bulldogs met the media. Inside the locker room, expectations are that Concordia will enjoy a breakthrough in 2024.
Back in the fall, Maddox Rickertsen saw his world turned upside down when doctors discovered an egg-sized tumor in his colon. Months later, Rickertsen's outlook has changed as he gears up for football season.
There's a veteran feel to a Concordia Football team that believes the time is now. The Bulldogs bring back a record-breaking quarterback for what projects to be an explosive offense. Concordia expects the defense to make a leap forward.
As of National Signing Day (Feb. 7), Concordia Football has announced a 2024 class of more than 40 pledges. Coach Daberkow gave an update on recruiting and the program in full in conjunction with signing day.