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BOWLING GREEN — The Bowling Green State University football team announced the promotion of Joe Bowden to defensive coordinator and the hiring of Greg Froelich as special teams coordinator on Thursday.

Bowling Green Falcons News / The Blade - Bowling Green / February 11

Bowling Green men's basketball throttles Northern Illinois on the road

DEKALB, Ill. — After jumping out to a 38-19 lead in the first half, Bowling Green State University men’s basketball held strong in the final 20 minutes for a 16-point, 68-52 road Mid-American Conference win over Northern Illinois on Wednesday.

Bowling Green Falcons News / The Blade - Bowling Green / February 9

Bowling Green's portal pieces playing big roles

BOWLING GREEN — In the current era of college basketball, rosters and seasons are continually shaped by transfers. The Bowling Green State University men’s basketball team is no exception, as five of the top seven team leaders in minutes per game joined the Falcons from other programs in the offseason.

Bowling Green Falcons News / The Blade - Bowling Green / February 9

Briggs: For Bowling Green hockey, the magic is back at rocking Slater Family Ice Arena

BOWLING GREEN — It is not just the magic of the old barn.

Bowling Green Falcons News / The Blade - Bowling Green / February 7

BGSU hockey takes series finale over St. Thomas

BOWLING GREEN — The Bowling Green State University hockey team salvaged the second game of its weekend series with a 3-1 victory over St. Thomas at Slater Family Ice Arena on Saturday.

BGSU men suffer blowout loss to Arkansas State in MAC-Sun Belt Challenge

JONESBORO, Ark. — The Bowling Green State University men’s basketball team wrapped up its participation in the MAC-Sun Belt Challenge with a 91-54 loss at Arkansas State on Saturday.

Bowling Green Falcons News / The Blade - Bowling Green / February 7

Bowling Green women score victory over Coastal Carolina

BOWLING GREEN — A 21-point effort from Joniyah Bland-Fitzpatrick helped the Bowling Green State University women’s basketball team defeat Coastal Carolina 93-82 in the MAC-Sun Belt Challenge on Saturday.

‘I’ll do it all’: BGSU men’s basketball signee KJ Torbert bringing elite production

Bowling Green State University men’s basketball class of 2026 signee KJ Torbert is one of the best basketball players in Michigan, currently leading the East Lansing High School Trojans in an undefeated season with standout play on both ends.

Bowling Green falls to MAC foe Kent State on the road

KENT, Ohio — A cool night from the floor and an even cooler night from behind the three-point line came up costly for Bowling Green as the Falcons fell 73-64 to Mid-American Conference foe Kent State at the Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center on Wednesday.

Bowling Green Falcons News / SwimSwam / February 4

Bowling Green Caps Historic Season With Win Over Toledo In Battle of I-75

By SwimSwam on SwimSwam January 30-31, 2026 Toledo, Ohio SCY (25 yards) Day 1 Results Day 2 Results Courtesy: BGSU Athletics BOWLING GREEN, Ohio — On senior night, the Bowling Green swim and dive team surged ahead in the Battle of I-75, building a 122-44 lead over Toledo on Friday night at Cooper Pool.

Bowling Green men’s basketball rolls past Ball State to end losing streak

BOWLING GREEN — The Bowling Green State University men’s basketball team snapped a three-game losing streak against Ball State at the Stroh Center on Tuesday, never trailing the Cardinals in a 77-52 victory.

Bowling Green Falcons News / The Blade - Bowling Green / February 1

BGSU hockey pleased with program trajectory following Big Ten tests

BOWLING GREEN — In four games against Big Ten opponents this season, the Bowling Green State University hockey team finished unbeaten on its official record with one win and three ties in home-and-home series against Ohio State and Notre Dame.

Bowling Green Falcons News / The Blade - Bowling Green / January 31

BGSU men falter in 2nd half, lose at Central Michigan

MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. — The Bowling Green State University men’s basketball team lost all the momentum it had built in the first half as host Central Michigan earned a come-from-behind 62-59 victory over the Falcons on Saturday in Mid-American Conference action.

Bowling Green Falcons News / The Blade - Bowling Green / January 30

BGSU women’s basketball bracing for hostile Battle of I-75

BOWLING GREEN — The Bowling Green State University women’s basketball team enters Saturday’s Battle of I-75 determined to embrace the rivalry challenge and fight to build some needed momentum in the Mid-American Conference after dropping three of their previous four outings.

Bowling Green Falcons News / The Blade - Bowling Green / January 27

BGSU men’s basketball falls to Buffalo’s 3-point barrage

BOWLING GREEN — A previously struggling University at Buffalo brought its best to the Stroh Center on Tuesday, downing the Bowling Green State University men’s basketball team 89-79 to snap a five-game losing streak in Mid-American Conference play.

Sam Towns News / Field Level Media / December 2

Behind Sam Towns’ career night, Bowling Green upsets Kansas State

Sam Towns erupted for 27 points and pulled down eight rebounds, Javon Ruffin knocked down five three-pointers en route to 17 points and Bowling Green upset Kansas State 82-66 on Monday night in Manhattan, Kansas.

Bowling Green Falcons News / College Football News / November 23

Bowling Green vs UMass Prediction: Who Will Avoid the MAC Cellar?

It’s truly the appetizer game before the big meal that’s coming … If the appetizer was a bunch of celery sticks. It’s actually a good first game to kickoff one of the most fascinating regular season weekends in a long time.

Bowling Green Falcons News / College Football News / November 18

Akron vs Bowling Green Prediction, Preview, and Betting Lines

Both teams are out of the bowl picture, but it would matter for each one to close strong. Bowling Green lost its offensive mojo, but the defense is just dangerous enough to stop the skid.

How a cat is rejuvenating this MAC football program

While the Bowling Green Falcons have experienced mediocrity in recent years, there’s a new wave of energy surrounding the program. And no, it’s not because former Heisman Trophy winner Eddie George is the new head coach.

Without key cog, Louisville takes aim at Bowling Green

College football 2025: 25 Group of Five players to watch

The Eddie George era at Bowling Green gets off to best start possible

The Bowling Green Falcons were hosting the Lafayette Leopards at Doyt L. Perry Stadium in Bowling Green, Ohio, in the first game of the season for both teams. It was also George’s first game at Bowling Green after he spent four seasons at Tennessee State.

25 most intriguing storylines to follow for the 2025 college football season

Week 1 - Lafayette Leopards @ Bowling Green Falcons: Preview, Storylines

A middle-of-the-road 7-6 finish to Bowling Green's 2024 season resulted in the Falcons' management changing regimes and hiring former NFL legend Eddie George as the team's head coach after a successful four-year tenure at FCS Tennessee State.

Bowling Green Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / July 11

Falcons QB Kirk Cousins didn’t want to leave Minnesota

With the second season of Netflix’s Quarterback documentary series releasing earlier this week, Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports gave some interesting context to one of the more solemn storylines of the show.

Bowling Green Falcons News / Horse Racing on SI / July 11

Far Bridge primed for a rebound in Bowling Green

When last month’s Grade 1 Manhattan was delayed a day and shortened to 1 1/8 miles, it only added to the obstacles in the way for Far Bridge. After running

Son of ex-NFL coach joining Eddie George’s staff at Bowling Green

Eddie George was named the new head coach at Bowling Green earlier this month, and the legendary running back will not be the only member of the staff with NFL connections.

The best college football game-day traditions

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Bowling Green hires former Heisman Trophy winner as new HC

Bowling Green hires former Heisman Trophy winner as new head coach

He was one of three finalists who interviewed for the job on Friday along with Oklahoma State quarterbacks coach Kevin Johns and UMass offensive coordinator Mike Bajakian.

How Bill Belichick is bringing an NFL perspective to North Carolina

New extension is proof that Oregon hit a home run with HC Dan Lanning

Former Michigan State HC is a great addition to CFP selection committee

Oklahoma's John Mateer not focused on Heisman despite program's tradition

Florida QB DJ Lagway has a 'deep hatred for Florida State'