Bowling Green Dominates Massachusetts in Convincing Victory: Bowling Green 45, Massachusetts 14
Recap of Bowling Green vs Massachusetts (45-14). Game highlights, key performances, and analysis.
Bowling Green Dominates Massachusetts in Convincing Victory: Bowling Green 45, Massachusetts 14
Game Result Overview
Bowling Green Falcons secured a decisive victory over the Massachusetts Minutemen with a final score of 45-14. The Falcons' offense proved too potent for the Minutemen defense, while Bowling Green's defense contained Massachusetts' scoring opportunities. The game, played on November 25, 2025, saw Bowling Green take control early and never relinquish their lead, culminating in a convincing triumph.
Key Individual Performances
Bowling Green's offense was spearheaded by quarterback Hunter Najm, who completed 7 of 9 passes for 128 yards and three touchdowns. On the ground, Austyn Dendy led the Falcons' rushing attack with 115 yards and two touchdowns on 22 carries. Cameron Pettaway added 87 rushing yards for Bowling Green. Brennan Ridley was Najm's primary target, hauling in one catch for an impressive 87-yard touchdown. Jyrin Johnson also made a significant contribution with 20 receiving yards.
For Massachusetts, quarterback Grant Jordan threw for 223 yards, completing 22 of 35 passes, and throwing two touchdowns. Jacquon Gibson was a standout receiver for the Minutemen, amassing 138 receiving yards. Reece Adkins and Max Dowling also contributed with one touchdown each.
Defensively, Gideon Lampron and Mark Cannon Jr. led Bowling Green with 10 and 7 tackles respectively. Cannon Jr. also recorded a sack. For Massachusetts, Zeraun Daniel was a tackling machine, racking up 14 tackles, and Tyler Martin added 10 tackles.
Turning Points
Several key plays shaped the outcome of the game. In the 1st quarter, Hunter Najm connected with Brennan Ridley for an 87-yard touchdown, giving Bowling Green an early lead. Also in the 1st quarter, Cameron Pettaway's 34-yard run helped propel Bowling Green's offense. In the 2nd quarter, Grant Jordan connected with Jacquon Gibson for a 48-yard gain, representing a big play for Massachusetts. Bowling Green's defense made its presence felt in the 1st quarter with sacks by J. McClendon and E. George, as they took down Grant Jordan. In the 4th quarter, J. Kleather made a 42-yard field goal, further extending Bowling Green's lead.
Looking Ahead
Bowling Green's dominant performance showcased their offensive firepower and defensive capabilities. The Falcons will look to carry this momentum forward. Massachusetts, despite the loss, saw promising performances from key players. The Minutemen will need to address defensive issues and improve offensive consistency to bounce back in their next game.