http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:49:05 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/26/briggs-toledo-has-football-team-worth-showing-up-for-now-how-about-it-rockets/stories/20260926097 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/26/briggs-toledo-has-football-team-worth-showing-up-for-now-how-about-it-rockets/stories/20260926097#comments Sat, 26 Sep 2026 22:18:48 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/26/briggs-toledo-has-football-team-worth-showing-up-for-now-how-about-it-rockets/stories/20260926097 Toledo, you’re missing a hell of a show. University of Toledo wide receiver Adjatay Dabbs makes a catch against San Diego State safety Josiah Cox. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/26/toledo-football-statement-win-over-san-diego-state-nonconference-finale/stories/20260926099 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/26/toledo-football-statement-win-over-san-diego-state-nonconference-finale/stories/20260926099#comments Sat, 26 Sep 2026 22:17:45 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/26/toledo-football-statement-win-over-san-diego-state-nonconference-finale/stories/20260926099 Multiple news outlets named San Diego State as a potential Group of Six College Football Playoff representative in 2026 and there were valid reasons as to why. The Aztecs returned first team All-Mountain West running back Lucky Sutton, who rushed for 1,297 yards and 10 touchdowns, as well as University of Toledo wide receiver Bryson Hammer scores a touchdown. University of Toledo defensive end Andrew Zock rushes San Diego State quarterback Jayden Denegal. University of Toledo running back Autavius Ison runs the ball against San Diego State. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/26/game-updates-analysis-san-diego-state/stories/20260926094 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/26/game-updates-analysis-san-diego-state/stories/20260926094#comments Sat, 26 Sep 2026 16:53:43 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/26/game-updates-analysis-san-diego-state/stories/20260926094 Below are updates and analysis from Saturday’s Toledo football game vs. San Diego State. University of Toledo wide receiver Adjatay Dabbs celebrates scoring a touchdown against San Diego State during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Glass Bowl Stadium in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/26/week-4-game-day-preview-toledo-football-vs-san-diego-state/stories/20260925004 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/26/week-4-game-day-preview-toledo-football-vs-san-diego-state/stories/20260925004#comments Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/26/week-4-game-day-preview-toledo-football-vs-san-diego-state/stories/20260925004 Win, lose, or draw, Toledo head coach Mike Jacobs said he and the team only spent 24 hours celebrating last week’s comeback win over Temple before going back to work. The question, however, remains whether the Rockets can maintain the momentum they had in all three phases against a San Diego Toledo’s Connor Walendzak powers through Temple’s Eric Stuart on Sept. 19 at UT’s Glass Bowl in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/24/how-toledo-football-executed-the-perfect-onside-kick-in-win-against-temple/stories/20260924069 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/24/how-toledo-football-executed-the-perfect-onside-kick-in-win-against-temple/stories/20260924069#comments Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:50:25 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/24/how-toledo-football-executed-the-perfect-onside-kick-in-win-against-temple/stories/20260924069 There is a 4.7 percent chance an onside kick gets recovered by the kicking team, according to an article from CBS Sports. So when Toledo lined up for the play trailing to Temple 42-35 last week, special teams coordinator Matt Ulrich’s message could only be explained with wishing the group Toledo football players celebrate after recovering an onside kick against Temple on Sept. 19 at the Glass Bowl. Toledo’s Daryl Barnett, Jr., scores the game-tying touchdown during the Rockets' Sept. 19 victory over Temple. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/23/2026-week-4-scouting-report-toledo-football-vs-san-diego-state/stories/20260923041 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/23/2026-week-4-scouting-report-toledo-football-vs-san-diego-state/stories/20260923041#comments Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:58:36 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/23/2026-week-4-scouting-report-toledo-football-vs-san-diego-state/stories/20260923041 Stopping the run is a main focus for Toledo football in preparation for a San Diego State team that produced 192 against James Madison last week. San Diego State sophomore running back Javion Kinnard caught four passes for 70 yards against James Madison on Sept. 19. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/20/briggs-coolest-part-toledo-miracle-win-northwest-ohio-standouts/stories/20260920108 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/20/briggs-coolest-part-toledo-miracle-win-northwest-ohio-standouts/stories/20260920108#comments Sun, 20 Sep 2026 21:06:49 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/20/briggs-coolest-part-toledo-miracle-win-northwest-ohio-standouts/stories/20260920108 “So, you’re telling me there’s a chance?” Toledo’s Connor Walendzak, top, is hoisted up by teammate Matt Hofer after a touchdown on Saturday. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/photo-gallery-toledo-vs-temple-football/stories/20260919110 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/photo-gallery-toledo-vs-temple-football/stories/20260919110#comments Sun, 20 Sep 2026 02:14:40 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/photo-gallery-toledo-vs-temple-football/stories/20260919110 The Toledo football team defeated Temple 49-48 in overtime in a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Saturday. Toledo players and fans celebrate on the field after a Rockets 49-48 overtime Rockets victory. Toledo’s John Alan Richter throws a pass. Toledo’s Kaleb Hutchinson celebrates a defensive stop. Toledo’s Connor Walendzak, right, is hoisted up by teammate Matt Hofer after a touchdown. Toledo players and fans celebrate on the field after a Rockets 49-48 overtime victory. Toledo players and fans celebrate on the field after a Rockets 49-48 overtime victory. Toledo’s Connor Walendzak, bottom of the pile, scores a touchdown. Toledo’s John Alan Richter takes a snap. Toledo’s Andrew Zock, left, sacks Temple’s Ajani Sheppard. Toledo players and fans celebrate on the field after a Rockets 49-48 overtime Rockets victory. Toledo’s. Connor Walendzak powers through Temple’s Eric Stuart. Toledo players and fans celebrate on the field after a Rockets 49-48 overtime victory. Toledo players and fans celebrate on the field after a Rockets 49-48 overtime Rockets victory. Toledo’s Isaac Prince, left, and teammate Roy Hayden celebrate on the after a Rockets 49-48 overtime victory. Toledo’s Connor Walendzak, top, is hoisted up by teammate Matt Hofer after a touchdown. Toledo players sing the alma mater after a Rockets 49-48 overtime victory. Toledo’s Julian Fox reacts with fans on the field after a Rockets 49-48 overtime victory. Toledo’s Terrell Crosby, Jr., catches a pass as Temple’s Adrian Laing defends. Toledo players and fans celebrate on the field after a Rockets 49-48 overtime victory. Toledo’s Isaac Prince, left, and teammate Roy Hayden celebrate on the after a Rockets 49-48 overtime victory. Toledo’s C.J. Miller, right, runs the ball in for a touchdown against Temple’s Wesley Brown. Toledo’s Andrew Zock (0) leaps to try to block a kick by Temple’s Carl Hardin. Fans react to a call. Toledo’s Daryl Barnett, Jr., scores the game-tying touchdown. Toledo players run out to the field ahead of the game. Toledo’s Bryson Hammer, left, gets tackled by Temple’s Nakeel Lawrence. Toledo’s Terrell Crosby, Jr., gains yardage amid a slew of Temple defenders. Toledo’s Daryl Barnett, Jr., scores the game-tying touchdown. Toledo players and fans celebrate on the field after a Rockets 49-48 overtime victory. Toledo players and fans celebrate on the field after a Rockets 49-48 overtime victory. Toledo’s C.J. Miller leaps as he runs the ball. Toledo’s Connor Walendzak (8) celebrates with Dane Nauman after scoring an overtime touchdown. Fans watch during the game. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/briggs-how-about-those-rockets-toledo-rallies-miracle-win-glass-bowl/stories/20260919104 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/briggs-how-about-those-rockets-toledo-rallies-miracle-win-glass-bowl/stories/20260919104#comments Sun, 20 Sep 2026 01:42:47 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/briggs-how-about-those-rockets-toledo-rallies-miracle-win-glass-bowl/stories/20260919104 It was the Miracle at the Glass Bowl. Toledo’s John Alan Richter throws a pass. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/toledo-football-wins-improbable-overtime-comeback-against-temple/stories/20260919103 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/toledo-football-wins-improbable-overtime-comeback-against-temple/stories/20260919103#comments Sun, 20 Sep 2026 01:24:28 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/toledo-football-wins-improbable-overtime-comeback-against-temple/stories/20260919103 Toledo football snatched victory from the jaws of defeat against Temple. With 1:11 on the clock in the fourth quarter, the Rockets faced a 14-point deficit and a 99.4 percent chance of losing according to ESPN, but tied the game 11 seconds later, ultimately winning 49-48 in overtime Saturday. Toledo players and fans celebrate on the field after a Rockets 49-48 overtime victory in college football game between the University of Toledo and Temple University at UT’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 19. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/game-updates-analysis-toledo-temple-2nd-quarter/stories/20260919089 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/game-updates-analysis-toledo-temple-2nd-quarter/stories/20260919089#comments Sat, 19 Sep 2026 19:55:55 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/game-updates-analysis-toledo-temple-2nd-quarter/stories/20260919089 Below are updates and analysis from Saturday’s Toledo football game vs. Temple. Toledo’s Connor Walendzak, bottom of the pile, scores a touchdown during a college football game between the University of Toledo and Temple University at UT’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/week-3-game-day-preview-toledo-football-vs-temple/stories/20260918005 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/week-3-game-day-preview-toledo-football-vs-temple/stories/20260918005#comments Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:25:15 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/19/week-3-game-day-preview-toledo-football-vs-temple/stories/20260918005 Two games into the season, Toledo football has already seen both sides of what its team could be, but this week comes the game that should provide a clearer answer. The Rockets host a Temple team that has gone 6-8 under head coach K.C. Keeler — the type of team Toledo will need to beat if it Toledo’s Isaac Zay celebrates a turnover Sept. 12 at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/17/toledo-announces-2027-nonconference-football-schedule/stories/20260917092 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/17/toledo-announces-2027-nonconference-football-schedule/stories/20260917092#comments Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:26:26 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/17/toledo-announces-2027-nonconference-football-schedule/stories/20260917092 The University of Toledo announced its 2027 nonconference football schedule Thursday, featuring two home games and two road contests. Toledo Rockets football helmets and equipment sit on the practice turf at the Fetterman Athletic Complex in West Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/17/2026-week-3-scouting-report-football-vs-temple/stories/20260916023 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/17/2026-week-3-scouting-report-football-vs-temple/stories/20260916023#comments Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:04:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/17/2026-week-3-scouting-report-football-vs-temple/stories/20260916023 Despite losing every starter from the nation’s No. 2 defense a season ago, Toledo’s unit is playing at a high level in 2026. Temple's Jaxon Smolik looks to pass during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Penn State on Sept. 12 in Philadelphia. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/15/toledos-bence-bertenyi-claims-medalist-honors-inverness-intercollegiate/stories/20260915109 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/15/toledos-bence-bertenyi-claims-medalist-honors-inverness-intercollegiate/stories/20260915109#comments Wed, 16 Sep 2026 02:02:32 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/15/toledos-bence-bertenyi-claims-medalist-honors-inverness-intercollegiate/stories/20260915109 University of Toledo junior Bence Bertenyi shot a final-round 69 to secure medalist honors Tuesday at the Inverness Intercollegiate, played at the Inverness Club. Toledo's Bence Bertenyi shot a final-round 69 Tuesday to claim medalist honors at the Inverness Intercollegiate. Toledo's Bence Bertenyi helped the Rockets finish in a tie for second at the Inverness Intercollegiate on Tuesday. Toledo's Bence Bertenyi. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/12/mike-jacobs-gets-first-win-head-coach-toledo-63-10-blowout/stories/20260912096 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/12/mike-jacobs-gets-first-win-head-coach-toledo-63-10-blowout/stories/20260912096#comments Sun, 13 Sep 2026 02:22:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/12/mike-jacobs-gets-first-win-head-coach-toledo-63-10-blowout/stories/20260912096 Two first quarter turnovers could have spoiled Toledo head coach Mike Jacobs’ Glass Bowl debut against Central Connecticut State. Toledo’s Connor Walendzak reaches the ball in to the end zone for a touchdown during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s Connor Walendzak and Jacob Newell celebrate a touchdown during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s Rico Bond runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s Autavius Ison runs past Central Connecticut State’s Amir Proctor during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s Rico Bond celebrates a touchdown during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s Julian Fox celebrates a tackle during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s Terrell Crosby runs past Central Connecticut State’s Daren Ormeregie during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s Cam Jones just misses the ball during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo stretches as they warmup before their home opener against Central Connecticut State at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Central Connecticut State’s Brett Griffis is sacked by Toledo’s Julian Fox during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s Bryson Hammer runs past Central Connecticut State’s Braz Thomas during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s Isaac Zay celebrates a turnover during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s Rico Bond runs the ball to the end zone for a touchdown during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s Terrell Crosby dives for an extra yard during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. A Toledo fan dances in the stands during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s QB John Alan Richter looks to throw the ball during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s head coach Mike Jacobs watches from the sidelines during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s Hayden Roy celebrates a turnover in the end zone during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Toledo’s Hayden Roy celebrates a turnover in the end zone during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. Central Connecticut State’s Donavan Wadley leaps over Toledo’s Ben Sahakian during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo on Sept. 12. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/12/game-updates-analysis-toledo-central-connecticut-state/stories/20260912081 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/12/game-updates-analysis-toledo-central-connecticut-state/stories/20260912081#comments Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:21:08 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/12/game-updates-analysis-toledo-central-connecticut-state/stories/20260912081 Below are updates and analysis from Saturday’s Toledo football game vs. Central Connecticut State. Toledo’s Hayden Roy celebrates a turnover in the end zone. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/12/isaac-prince-isaac-zay-emerging-dynamic-duo-linebacker-room/stories/20260912006 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/12/isaac-prince-isaac-zay-emerging-dynamic-duo-linebacker-room/stories/20260912006#comments Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:12:47 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/12/isaac-prince-isaac-zay-emerging-dynamic-duo-linebacker-room/stories/20260912006 Linebackers Isaac Prince and Isaac Zay not only share a name, but have been two of the biggest impact players for Toledo in 2026. Michigan State’s Cam Edwards is brought down by Toledo’s Isaac Zay and Ezra Odinjor during a college football game at Spartan Stadium in Lansing, Mich., on Sept. 4. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/12/week-2-game-day-preview-toledo-football-vs-central-connecticut-state/stories/20260912003 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/12/week-2-game-day-preview-toledo-football-vs-central-connecticut-state/stories/20260912003#comments Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/12/week-2-game-day-preview-toledo-football-vs-central-connecticut-state/stories/20260912003 Toledo football head coach Mike Jacobs said there are plenty of small details to clean up after his team’s 30-20 Week 1 loss at Michigan State. Toledo’s Adjatay Dabbs runs the ball into the end zone for a touchdown during a college football game at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, Mich., on Sept. 4. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/09/2026-week-2-scouting-report-toledo-football-vs-central-connecticut-state/stories/20260909054 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/09/2026-week-2-scouting-report-toledo-football-vs-central-connecticut-state/stories/20260909054#comments Wed, 09 Sep 2026 10:46:48 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/09/09/2026-week-2-scouting-report-toledo-football-vs-central-connecticut-state/stories/20260909054 Toledo and Central Connecticut State are both looking to avenge Week 1 losses, facing off for the first time Saturday at the Glass Bowl. Central Connecticut State football will travel to face Toledo on Saturday after suffering a 59-20 loss at South Dakota last week.