Sat Oct 11 14:20:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**

**Battle of I-75 Set to Reignite Rivalry Between Bowling Green and Toledo**

Bowling Green, OH – The 90th edition of the highly anticipated Battle of I-75 is set to kick off this Saturday at noon at Doyt L. Perry Stadium. The rivalry between the Bowling Green Falcons and the Toledo Rockets is one of the most intense in college football, with both teams refusing to even utter the other’s name, referring to each other as “the team up north” and “the team down south.”

The Falcons (2-3, 0-1 MAC) are coming off a bye week, ready to defend the Battle of I-75 trophy which they won last year with a 41-26 victory. Coach Eddie George emphasized the importance of understanding the rivalry’s significance to the university and the community, calling it the “biggest game on our schedule.”

The Rockets (3-2, 1-1 MAC), also coming off a bye, are looking to reclaim the trophy and assert their dominance in the Mid-American Conference. Coach Jason Candle echoed the importance of the game, stating, “It means so much to Northwest Ohio in so many ways.” Toledo’s offense, led by quarterback Tucker Gleason and stand out receivers, is a major threat, ranking atop the MAC in total offense and touchdowns scored.

An interesting trend: since 2021, the away team has won in this matchup. The Falcons hope to break that trend with home-field advantage and the support of a packed stadium.

Tune in to Falcon Radio at 11:40 a.m. for pregame coverage and noon for live game commentary on bgfalconmedia.com.

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