Toledo, OH
Oct 26, 2024
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In the fiercely contested Battle of I-75, Bowling Green State University toppled Toledo with a final score of 41-26 at the Glass Bowl. From the outset, the Falcons set the tone offensively, with Terion Stewart rushing for 99 yards and scoring from 5 yards early on. Connor Bazelak contributed two touchdown passes, including a key shovel pass to Harold Fannin Jr., as the Falcons led 28-20 at halftime.
The defensive prowess of Bowling Green shone in the second half, highlighted by Jordan Oladokun's pivotal 61-yard interception return for a touchdown just before halftime. Despite Toledo's dynamic duo of Tucker Gleason and Jerjuan Newton connecting on an electrifying 64-yard touchdown in the third quarter, Bowling Green's defense tightened, shutting out the Rockets in the fourth quarter. Zach Long's clutch field goals and Rahkeem Smith's 19-yard touchdown run sealed the victory, marking another triumph in this storied rivalry.
Terion Stewart (Bowling Green)
Executed a powerful 5-yard touchdown run, capping a short field drive and setting Bowling Green ahead 7-0, demonstrating the Falcons' early dominance.
Tucker Gleason (Toledo)
Connected with Jerjuan Newton on a precise 4-yard touchdown pass after a methodical drive, evening the game's score and showcasing Toledo's offensive capabilities.
Connor Bazelak (Bowling Green)
Delivered a composed 2-yard touchdown pass to Levi Gazarek, extending Bowling Green's lead to 21-10 and maintaining their offensive momentum.
Jordan Oladokun (Bowling Green)
Made a pivotal 61-yard interception return for a touchdown, decisively swinging the momentum in favor of Bowling Green and giving them a 28-17 advantage.
Jerjuan Newton (Toledo)
Scored on a spectacular 64-yard touchdown reception, narrowing Bowling Green's lead to two points and energizing Toledo's hopes during the game.
Zach Long (Bowling Green)
Kicked a crucial 35-yard field goal at the start of the fourth quarter, extending the lead to 34-26 and consolidating Bowling Green's position.
Rahkeem Smith (Bowling Green)
Completed a 19-yard touchdown run on a jet sweep, sealing Bowling Green's victory with a final score of 41-26, underlining their offensive depth.
Terion Stewart (Bowling Green, RB)
Dominated the ground game with 99 yards and a touchdown, surpassing the 2,000-yard mark in his career and showcasing his reliability as a rusher.
Connor Bazelak (Bowling Green, QB)
Exhibited strategic mastery with 171 passing yards and two touchdowns, surpassing 11,000 career passing yards and efficiently leading the offense.
Jordan Oladokun (Bowling Green, DB)
Instrumental in the secondary with two interceptions, including a game-changing pick-six, marking his second career 'pick-6' and highlighting his defensive acumen.
Jerjuan Newton (Toledo, WR)
A record-setting performance with career-highs of nine receptions and 164 yards, breaking Toledo's career touchdown receptions mark and remaining a game-changing threat.
Rahkeem Smith (Bowling Green, WR)
Contributed significantly with a career-high 145 all-purpose yards, including a decisive 19-yard touchdown run, proving instrumental in special teams and offense.
Tucker Gleason (Toledo, QB)
Managed a commendable effort with 320 passing yards and two touchdowns, demonstrating resilience despite the loss by setting his career highs in completions and attempts.
Bowling Green Falcons
14
14
3
10
41
Toledo Rockets
7
13
6
0
26
