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Cornerback Aapri Washington (41) looks on as linebacker James Patterson (8) makes a tackle during UB's 24-17 loss to Western Michigan in early October.

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UB faces uphill battle in postseason race

By ANTHONY DECICCO | Nov. 9, 2021

UB (4-5, 2-3 MAC) is at serious risk of missing out on a postseason bid for the first time in four seasons.

The Bulls line up to take the field against Coastal Carolina on Sept. 18 at UB Stadium. UB defeated Akron 45-10 Saturday.

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UB powers through Akron in dominant Week 8 victory

By ANTHONY DECICCO | Oct. 24, 2021

UB has made it a habit of playing in close games this season.

Sophomore tight end Trevor Borland (34) celebrates with redshirt fifth-year tight end Jake Molinich (44) following a touchdown Saturday.

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Four takeaways from UB’s 27-26 win over Ohio

By ANTHONY DECICCO | Oct. 19, 2021

Following back-to-back conference losses to Western Michigan and Kent State, UB found itself desperately needing a win heading into Saturday’s home matchup against Ohio.

Bulls celebrate during the game against Ohio State at UB Stadium Saturday.

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Bulls rally from 21-point deficit, defeat Ohio 27-26

By ANTHONY DECICCO | Oct. 16, 2021

Following back-to-back conference losses to Western Michigan and Kent State, UB’s back was against the wall heading into Saturday’s home matchup against Ohio.

The Bulls will host the Western Michigan Broncos Saturday afternoon UB Stadium for their homecoming game.

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Get to know an opponent: Western Michigan

By ANTHONY DECICCO | Oct. 1, 2021

Following a gut-wrenching 35-34 win over Old Dominion (1-3) last week, UB football (2-2) will kick off Mid-American Conference play against the Western Michigan Broncos (3-1) Saturday afternoon at UB Stadium.

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UB invited to play in Bills new stadium

By ANTHONY DECICCO | Sep. 28, 2021

UB has been invited to join the Buffalo Bills’ new stadium project by Pegula Sports and Entertainment, according to Tim Graham of The Athletic.

UB defeated Old Dominion, 35-34, at S.B. Ballard Stadium Saturday.

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UB survives second-half collapse to take down Old Dominion

By Brenden Wold and HUNTER SKOCZYLAS | Sep. 26, 2021

After a tough 28-25 loss to 16th-ranked Coastal Carolina last week, the Bulls staved off a furious late-game comeback to defeat the Old Dominion Monarchs, 35-34, at S.B. Ballard Stadium Saturday.

The Monarchs did not playing at all last year due to COVID-19.

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Get to know an opponent: Old Dominion

By ANTHONY DECICCO | Sep. 24, 2021

Following a 28-25 loss to No. 16 Coastal Carolina last week, UB football will head to Norfolk, VA to take on the Old Dominion Monarchs at S.B. Ballard Stadium Saturday night.

Despite a valiant effort against one of the top teams in the nation, Coastal Carolina’s highly efficient multiple offense scheme proved to be too much for the Bulls on Saturday.

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Strong effort by UB not enough to beat Coastal Carolina

By ANTHONY DECICCO | Sep. 19, 2021

Despite a valiant effort against one of the top teams in the nation, Coastal Carolina’s highly efficient multiple offense scheme proved to be too much for the Bulls.

The Coastal Carolina Chanticleers’ defense has impressed through two games in 2021.

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Get to know an opponent: Coastal Carolina

By ANTHONY DECICCO | Sep. 17, 2021

Following a disappointing 28-3 loss to Nebraska last week, the Bulls (1-1) are back in Buffalo to take on the 16th-ranked Coastal Carolina Chanticleers (2-0) Saturday afternoon.

Senior wide receiver Quian Williams (3) evades tackles during UB’s 28-3 loss to Nebraska Saturday.

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Four takeaways from UB’s 28-3 loss to Nebraska

By ANTHONY DECICCO | Sep. 15, 2021

After a dominant 69-7 Week One victory over FCS foe Wagner last week, UB football found itself on the opposite side of the scoreboard against Nebraska Saturday afternoon.

Linebackers Kadofi Wright (2) and James Patterson (8) combine for a tackle in UB's 28-3 loss to Nebraska Saturday.

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Bulls overmatched in 28-3 loss to Nebraska

By ANTHONY DECICCO | Sep. 12, 2021

After a dominant 69-7 Week One victory over FCS foe Wagner last week, UB football (1-1) found itself on the opposite side of the scoreboard against Nebraska Saturday afternoon.

UB running back Dylan McDuffie (8) rushed for 27 yards and two touchdowns on Thursday night.

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UB runs over Wagner 69-7 in Maurice Linguist’s head coaching debut

By KAYLA STERNER and ANTHONY DECICCO | Sep. 3, 2021

The Bulls dominated Wagner in all three facets of the game, beating the Seahawks 69-7 in front of a raucous student section — and a recorded 13,063 people — Thursday night.

UB football will face off against Wagner on Thursday at UB Stadium for its season opener.

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Get to know an opponent: Wagner

By ANTHONY DECICCO | Sep. 1, 2021

After a historic 2020 season that saw the Bulls secure a Camellia Bowl victory and the first AP Top 25 ranking in program history, UB football returns with a full 12-game schedule in 2021-22.

UB head coach Maurice Linguist said Tuesday that more than 90% of his team is vaccinated against COVID-19.

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Maurice Linguist: More than 90% of football players are vaccinated

By ANTHONY DECICCO and JUSTIN WEISS | Aug. 31, 2021

UB football head coach Maurice Linguist said Tuesday that more than 90% of his team is vaccinated ahead of its season opener against Wagner Thursday night.

Senior running back Kevin Marks (41) rushes for a touchdown in a 2020 game against Akron.

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‘We’re looking to do something that’s never been done before’

By ANTHONY DECICCO | Aug. 16, 2021

With an almost entirely new coaching staff and just 18 days to go before their season opener against Wagner at UB Stadium, the Bulls find themselves in uncharted territory for a team in late August.

The Joe Cauthen hire marks the first major addition to Maurice Linguist’s staff since the 37-year-old was named head coach on Friday.

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UB hires Joe Cauthen as defensive coordinator

By ANTHONY DECICCO | May 10, 2021

UB is hiring Joe Cauthen as its new defensive coordinator, according to Pete Thamel of Yahoo! Sports.

Maurice Linguist is accepting the pressure of coaching a team that is in win-now mode following a 2020 MAC Championship Game loss and a Camellia Bowl win.

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What to expect from new head coach Maurice Linguist

By ANTHONY DECICCO | May 10, 2021

With assistant coaching experience at the Power Five and NFL levels, Maurice Linguist takes over a UB program that has won more games than any other Mid-American Conference team since 2017.

Maurice Linguist has been hired as head coach of the UB football team. Hailing from Dallas, Linguist has experience as a defensive assistant for Valdosta State, James Madison, Buffalo, Iowa State, Mississippi State, Minnesota, Texas A&M and in the NFL for the Dallas Cowboys.

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Maurice Linguist named UB head football coach

By ANTHONY DECICCO | May 7, 2021

Maurice Linguist has been named head coach of the UB football team.

After Lance Leipold’s departure for the University of Kansas last week, UB Athletic Director Mark Alnutt told reporters that he plans on hiring a new head coach before players head home after finals week on May 15.

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Michigan and Minnesota assistants are finalists for UB head coaching job

By ANTHONY DECICCO | May 7, 2021

Michigan defensive backs coach/co-defensive coordinator Maurice Linguist and Minnesota defensive backs coach/co-defensive coordinator Joe Harasymiak are the two finalists for UB’s head coaching vacancy, according to FootballScoop.com.