The upcoming football schedule presents a tough path for the team, with noteworthy challenges starting with a strong FCS opponent, Tarleton State, who ended last season with a 12-2 record. Following this, there are road games against Power 5 teams Nebraska and Iowa State, the latter undergoing significant rebuilding. Home games include major G5 competition against South Florida and MAC matches against teams like Kent and UMASS, while road games against UT and WMU pose additional challenges. Even with favorable home games, achieving a winning record will be difficult, and the team's performance will reflect the progress made under the new coaching era.

By the Numbers
  • Tarleton State finished the 2025 season with a 12-2 record, marking their best in program history.
  • Last year, 6-2 was required to make the MAC championship final.
State of Play
  • BG recruits high school talent effectively but may not see immediate results this year.
  • Coaching improvements are necessary as the team seeks to move on from a mediocre previous season.
  • The schedule's mix of tough opponents will test the team's growth and readiness.
What's Next

Future developments hinge on the team's ability to execute its game plan effectively against the challenging schedule. Success in the early games, especially against tough opponents, may set the tone for the rest of the season. The outcome of recruitment efforts will become clearer as the season progresses.

Bottom Line

To compete for a bowl game, the team must achieve at least a 6-6 record, demonstrating substantial improvement during the second year of the current coaching staff. With limited margin for error, the performance this season will be a critical indicator of future success and the team's readiness for tougher competitions.