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.
Recognized as an NAIA Honorable Mention All-American at the close of the 2021 season, Concordia University star tight end Garrett Schardt has been named to College Football America’s 2022 NAIA Preseason Starting Lineup.
Featured Story"United in Purpose," the 2001 Concordia Football Team reached heights no other squad in program history has ever attained. Led by Coach Courtney Meyer, the Bulldogs enjoyed a special journey that resulted in a GPAC championship and national quarterfinal appearance.
Two-time All-American tight end Ross Wurdeman has earned induction into another Hall of Fame. Wurdeman has been voted into the Nebraska Football Hall of Fame and will be officially inducted on Sept. 9.
Featured StoryMost people around campus know him as "Pot Roast." The four-year starting center and Psychology major grew into a first team all-conference performer while standing out as one of the more personable players on the Concordia roster.
Head Coach Patrick Daberkow was a guest on the Midwest Sports Net YouTube channel on Monday (June 13) and took the opportunity to provide thoughts on the upcoming 2022 Concordia Football season.
The Concordia Football program has announced a 2022 schedule that will open at Doane on Sept. 3. The 10-game slate features a homecoming matchup with Hastings and the season finale against defending national champion Morningside.
Featured StoryFollowing a 7-3 season in 2021, Concordia Football returned to the practice fields this spring with an eye on making another leap forward. A number of fifth-year players are back in the fold and the overall talent level excites Head Coach Patrick Daberkow.
The Concordia Football program announced the addition of Trent Laune to the coaching staff on Feb. 18, 2022. A Bulldog alum, Laune will serve as Special Teams Coordinator after nine seasons as a Defensive Coordinator at the NCAA Division III level.
Featured StoryThe momentum from a 7-3 mark in 2021 has carried over into recruiting for the Concordia Football program. As of signing day, the Bulldogs have secured pledges from 39 class of 2022 student-athletes.
Featured StoryAs 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.
Featured StoryWhen operating at peak levels, the 2023 Concordia Football team showed a flair for offensive fireworks. Led by DJ McGarvie, the Bulldogs set another new offensive standard before completing the season at 5-5.
Featured StoryThe unassuming DJ McGarvie tends to shy from the spotlight, but attention is unavoidable for the standard-setting quarterback. McGarvie isn't just breaking Concordia's passing records, he's crushing them.
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Whether situated in his home of Arlington, Texas, or otherwise, Rod Giesselmann '71 feels the "oneness" of Concordia. It's that special togetherness that lifted the 1970 Bulldogs to great heights and set Giesselmann up for success.
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Michael Grindey has gone from Creighton rugby player to high school football coach to a star linebacker at Concordia. The outgoing Arizona native has thrived after following a twisting, turning path to Seward.
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Over the second half of last season, Concordia Football added explosiveness to its offense while supplementing a defense already known for its ruggedness. The Bulldogs hope to hit the ground running this fall in what will be year seven of Coach Patrick Daberkow's tenure.
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Head Coach Patrick Daberkow and standouts Michael Grindey and DJ McGarvie met the media on July 17 at the Nebraska Small College Football Media Day hosted by Doane. Preseason camp opens Aug. 7 for the Bulldogs.
Featured StoryAfter following his dreams and becoming a Nebraska Cornhusker, Austin Jablonski called an audible and transferred to Concordia for a shot at playing quarterback. He's found Concordia to be a "special place" where his faith has grown and his talents have shined.
Featured StoryTen years after his passing, Drew Ekart's impact remains deeply felt by all those he touched along the way. Ekart valiantly fought brain cancer while accepting his fate. The star Bulldog Ekart served as a witness while walking in the truth.
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An uptick in offensive production last fall led into a spring season that Head Coach Patrick Daberkow believes has the program primed for a strong 2023 campaign. Daberkow and the Bulldogs are dreaming big behind returning quarterback DJ McGarvie.
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