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Meet Pudge: Bowling Green's Feline Football Sensation!

9/18/2025

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Pudge, a three-year-old exotic shorthair Persian cat, serves as the unofficial mascot for Bowling Green football, enhancing team morale and fan engagement.
He gained popularity after long snapper George Carlson introduced him to the locker room, resulting in viral videos and merchandise.
Featured in EA Sports' College Football 25, Pudge has his own ticket package for fans.
First-year head coach Eddie George, despite his cat allergy, has welcomed Pudge as part of the team.
Pudge's presence has contributed to the Falcons' best start in over a decade, including a recent upset win against Liberty.

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Pudge, a three-year-old exotic shorthair Persian cat, serves as the unofficial mascot for Bowling Green football, enhancing team morale and fan engagement.
He gained popularity after long snapper George Carlson introduced him to the locker room, resulting in viral videos and merchandise.
Featured in EA Sports' College Football 25, Pudge has his own ticket package for fans.
First-year head coach Eddie George, despite his cat allergy, has welcomed Pudge as part of the team.
Pudge's presence has contributed to the Falcons' best start in over a decade, including a recent upset win against Liberty.