In the opening game of the 2019 season, Concordia showcased an improved passing game and a nasty group of linebackers. Unfortunately, the Bulldogs came up short in a 17-10 loss to Doane.
The 65th all-time meeting between Concordia and Doane will take place underneath the Bulldog Stadium lights on Saturday night. It will mark the first home night game for the Bulldogs since 2015.
The Concordia offense has made clear strides while the quarterback battle rages on for a program two weeks out from its season opener. The Bulldogs were back in front of the public on Friday (Aug. 23) with an intrasquad.
The page has been turned and the Concordia football program is looking ahead to the start of the 2019 season. It will open up Sept. 7 when Doane makes a visit to Bulldog Stadium for a night game.
Patrick Daberkow continued talk of a Concordia football revival on Tuesday (July 30) at GPAC Football Media Day. The Bulldogs were picked eighth in the league by both the coaches and media.
Named an NAIA first team All-American by the Associated Press in 2018, Lane Napier has also been chosen to the 2019 NAIA Preseason Starting Lineup. Napier led the NAIA with 142 tackles in 2018.
Alum Robert Garrett has earned attention many miles away in his hometown Los Angeles by turning around the Crenshaw football program. In the process, Garrett has changed lives.
An accomplished back with more than 2,000 career rushing yards, Ryan Durdon is gearing up for his season season for Concordia football. We caught up with the native Texan to discuss a variety of topics.
Gene Oetting lived a life of service to Concordia. For Oetting, Concordia was more than just a part of him. The Concordia Athletic Hall of Famer left a legacy that lives on despite his passing on May 29.
Head coach Patrick Daberkow saw noticeable improvements in the trenches during the spring season that totaled 13 practices. The Bulldogs know what they have in Ryan Durdon and a loaded linebacker group.
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.
Featured StoryWhether 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.
