On the heels of a 2-0 start, the Concordia football program has earned its highest national ranking since the 2013 season. The Bulldogs checked in at No. 20 in Monday's (Sept. 12) poll.
On Monday (Sept. 12) the conference named senior Michael Hedlund the GPAC/Hauff Mid-America Sports Defensive Player of the Week.
Behind big plays from its stars and a monster game from senior linebacker Michael Hedlund, Concordia emerged from Ottawa, Kan., with a 2-0 record.
The first road test of the 2016 season awaits Concordia on Saturday. The Bulldogs will take on a foe from the KCAC for a second-straight week, this time under the lights.
For the fourth-straight year, Concordia football claimed victory in its season opener. Jared Garcia caught a pair of touchdown passes to help lift the Bulldogs to a 23-7 win over the University of Saint Mary.
The Concordia football program kicks off the 2016 season Saturday (Sept. 3) when it hosts University of Saint Mary as part of the GPAC/KCAC Challenge.
Featured StoryBelgium is not exactly considered a hotbed for college football recruiting. But Brussels native Dylan Pierquin has found a home and a role with Concordia football.
Featured StoryPicked third in the GPAC by league coaches, the 2016 Bulldogs are packed with star power. The likes of Trey Barnes and Bryce Collins have Concordia thinking big.
Featured StoryBernard "Arkie" Arkebauer received induction as part of the very first Concordia Athletic Hall of Fame class. He's a legendary figure in Concordia football history.
Concordia will begin the 2016 campaign knocking on the door of the NAIA top 25 rankings. The Bulldogs have been rated eight times during Vance Winter's tenure.
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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