DJ McGarvie was named the GPAC Offensive Player of the Week after throwing for three touchdowns and running for another in the 45-7 win over Waldorf. McGarvie has earned his fourth career GPAC weekly honor.
The Concordia offense scored touchdowns on six of its first seven possessions and the defense limited Waldorf to 209 total yards in a rout to open the 2024 season. Five different Bulldogs found the end zone.
The 2024 season opener inside Bulldog Stadium will serve as Waldorf's welcome to the GPAC. The Bulldogs and Warriors are set to meet on the gridiron for the first time ever. Kickoff is slated for 7 p.m. on Saturday.
Featured StoryThe 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.
Returning First Team All-GPAC performers Austin Jablonski and Kyle Sterup earned recognition on Aug. 14 while being named to Victory Sports Network's 2024 NAIA preseason watchlist.
In the league's preseason poll released on Aug. 7, Concordia Football slotted in at No. 5. The Bulldogs return 18 starters from a 2023 team that finished at 5-5 and tied for fourth in the GPAC.
Featured StoryBehind 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.
Featured StoryThe '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.
Featured StoryBack 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.
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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.
Featured StoryIt 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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