The Bowling Green Falcons are gearing up for the 2025 football season with equal amounts of hope and determination. Having played remarkably at 7–6 in 2024, the squad now has to deal with the loss of talented tight end Harold Fannin Jr., who has taken his talent to the NFL.
With a new head coach and a roster eager to prove its value, the Falcons are poised to navigate a slate of challenging opponents and possible redemption games. Throughout the season, fans can expect an experience of grit, intelligent plays, and emerging heroes on the field.
2025 Bowling Green Football Schedule
- Thu., Aug. 28: vs. Lafayette (Home)
- Sat., Sep. 6: at Cincinnati (Away)
- Sat., Sep. 13: vs. Liberty (Homecoming)
- Sat., Sep. 20: at Louisville (Away)
- Sat., Sep. 27: at Ohio (Away)
- Sat., Oct. 11: vs. Toledo (Home)
- Sat., Oct. 18: vs. Central Michigan (Home)
- Sat., Oct. 25: at Kent State (Away)
- Sat., Nov. 1: vs. Buffalo (Home)
- Sat., Nov. 8: at Eastern Michigan (Away)
- Tue., Nov. 18: vs. Akron (Home)
- Tue., Nov. 25: at UMass (Away)
Breaking Down the Slate: What to Expect in 2025
The Falcons’ 2025 schedule provides an equitable mix of non-conference challenges and important MAC games. The year starts off at home against Lafayette on Aug. 28, giving a possibility to set the tone. Upcoming non-conference games with Cincinnati and Louisville will test the toughness and versatility of the team.
Entering MAC play, Bowling Green will have a string of determination games that will determine their conference standing. Home dates with Toledo and Central Michigan should be highly competitive, and a visit to Ohio and Kent State will be a test of the team’s character. The season concludes with two Tuesday night back-to-backers against Akron and Massachusetts, offering an uncommon scheduling twist.
With the new leadership of head coach Eddie George, the Falcons hope to pick up from where they had stopped in previous seasons. George’s vision and experience will likely revitalize the team, infusing it with a culture of excellence and discipline. The ability of the staff to develop young players and change strategies will be crucial in maintaining competitiveness throughout the season.
How Much Will Losing Harold Fannin Jr. Hurt?
Harold Fannin Jr.’s departure to the NFL leaves a mammoth void for the Falcons’ offense. During 2024, Fannin set records for an FBS tight end with 117 receptions and 1,555 receiving yards and was first overall in both metrics. His athleticism and playmaking ability were behind the team’s success.
Replacing Fannin’s output will be an issue of priority. The coaching team will rely on the returning players as well as fresh acquisitions to plug his absence. It will be vital to construct an operational offense plan that works off the positives of the current roster.
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Fannin’s absence impacts not only the passing offense but also the overall offensive balance of the team. His presence on the field attracted the attention of defenses, opening up space for other players to shine. Adjusting to this new normal will require players and coaches to be adaptable and creative.
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