A rash of Northwestern turnovers helped the Bulldogs build a 10-0 lead at the half as they attempted to upset the fourth-ranked Red Raiders. The home team then dominated the final two quarters and won, 34-10, in Orange City.
On the heels of two down-to-the-wire losses to in-state GPAC rivals, the Bulldogs are preparing for the challenge of playing at No. 4 Northwestern on Saturday. Concordia is looking to defeat the Red Raiders for the first time since 2016.
Despite a big day from Korrell Koehlmoos and an overall solid outing from the defense, Concordia relinquished a 17-2 lead and lost on homecoming Saturday, 21-17, to visiting Hastings. The Bulldogs slipped to 0-2 in 2022.
It's homecoming week for the Bulldogs, who had a bye week to stew on their season opening loss at Doane. Concordia will try to bounce back on Saturday when it hosts Hastings at 1 p.m. CT.
Missed red zone opportunities and the leg of Doane kicker Kelen Meyer doomed the Bulldogs to a 12-10 loss in Crete on Saturday (Sept. 3) evening. Michael Grindey paced the Concordia defense with 13 tackles and a forced fumble.
The 67th all-time meeting between Concordia and Doane will kick off the 2022 season. It will mark the start of the 95th season of Bulldog Football as Coach Daberkow's squad aims to push its series win streak to three.
Featured StoryThe program made a significant leap forward in 2021 while going 7-3 and earning a clean sweep of Nebraska GPAC rivals. However, Coach Patrick Daberkow and the Bulldogs refuse to believe they've hit their ceiling as they enter 2022.
A season after tying for third place in the GPAC standings, the Concordia Football program has been slotted in at No. 4 in the 2022 GPAC Preseason Coaches’ Poll released on Thursday (Aug. 11).
Featured StoryHe’s arguably the most talented football player to ever don Bulldog blue. In the mid-1980s, Clarence Woods took a chance on Concordia and a community he grew to love. Thirty-eight years later, the memories remain rich in his mind.
Following a successful 7-3 campaign in 2021, the Bulldogs picked up three points in the 2022 NAIA Preseason Coaches’ Top 25 Poll (sponsored by FirstDown Playbook) and were listed among teams receiving votes.
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It would be easier to start with the things Adam Van Cleave cannot do rather than the many things he can do. Concordia's Swiss Army Knife of sorts exemplifies what it means to succeed in all aspects of life as a student-athlete.
Featured StoryAs part of homecoming week on the Concordia campus, we feature the 1931 Concordia Football team that went 7-0 and dominated its opponents under the direction of Head Coach Walter Hellwege.
Featured StoryTwo games into the 2025 season, the Paul Bunyan comparison made by Head Coach Patrick Daberkow holds up. Concordia's nose guard has been dominant in 2025 while producing eye-popping results.
Featured StoryWith All-American safety Daylon Henson, you get a little of the sizzle with the steak. Passionate about fashion, cooking and video games, Henson brings hard work, production and some flair to the Concordia defense.
Featured StoryIt's time for the next men up to make waves and keep Concordia Football on the national radar following a breakthrough 2024 season. Gideon Stark takes the reins at QB for a squad ranked in the NAIA top 25 to begin '25.
Featured StoryIt was Concordia that opened the door for Randy Pospishil to experience gridiron glory while laying the groundwork for a 47-year teaching career. Pospishil reflected on those memories as he prepares to enter the Concordia Athletics Hall of Fame.
Featured StoryClad and blue blazers and khaki pants, three Bulldog seniors exuded confidence in discussing how Concordia Football will follow up a successful '24 season. Coach Daberkow and three Bulldogs spoke at the media day event.
Featured StoryAt just 12 years old, Cleve Wester aspired to play in the NFL and live a life of service caring for underprivileged children and families. With the help of four years at Concordia, Wester accomplished his goals.
Featured StorySouthwest of Seward, Blake Schlegel grew up on a farm. He didn't know it then, but he was everything Patrick Daberkow and his staff were looking for. Down to Earth. Blue collar. Hard-working. And a fun personality.
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After saying goodbye to a successful senior class, the Bulldogs began to answer questions this spring about what the 2025 team will look like. There will be a new QB and a host of new starters up front for Coach Daberkow's squad.
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