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Five Former Independence Bowl Players Drafted in 2022 NFL Draft
One of the biggest annual offseason events, the 2022 NFL Draft, took place in Las Vegas this past weekend, and five former Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl players heard their names called during the seven-round draft.

Former Independence Bowl Players Collect Over $275 Million in NFL Free Agency
The National Football League’s (NFL) new league year started on March 16 – allowing free agents to sign across the league and teams to execute trades. In one of the craziest off-seasons in NFL history, former Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl players have cashed in during free agency to the tune of over $275 million.

Erik Evenson Elevated to Director of Communications
After nearly four years as a member of the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl and Independence Bowl Foundation staff, Erik Evenson has been elevated to the role of Director of Communications.

11th Annual Youth Football Clinic Hits the Field on June 4
A yearly tradition for the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl – the bowl will host the 11th annual Youth Football Clinic at Independence Stadium on Saturday, June 4 from 8-11:30 a.m.

Six Independence Bowl Alumni Participate in NFL Scouting Combine
Over 300 of the top NFL Draft prospects hit the field in Indianapolis, Ind. from March 3-6 for the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine, and six of those prospects were former Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl participants.

1st & Give Charity Flag Football Tournament Set to Return in May
After a successful inaugural edition that raised almost $3,000 for local charities, the 1st & Give Charity Flag Football Tournament returns for a second year. The tournament will kick off on Saturday, May 7 at Independence Stadium.

Super Bowl LVI Features Four Independence Bowl Alumni
The Los Angeles Rams prevailed against the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI, and with that victory, two Independence Bowl alumni (Von Miller and Cam Akers) were crowned Super Bowl champions.

NFL Pro Bowl to Feature Four Independence Bowl Alumni
The 2021 National Football League (NFL) Pro Bowl will kick off from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nev. on Sunday, February 6 at 2 p.m. CT, and the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl will be represented by four former players in the NFL’s annual all-star game.

11 Independence Bowl Alumni Set to Play in AFC and NFC Championship Games
The final four of the National Football League (NFL) playoffs is set, as the Cincinnati Bengals will face the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship game and San Francisco 49ers will take on the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship Game, and the Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl will be heavily represented in the two conference championship games.

Three Independence Bowl Alumni to Be inducted to College Football Hall of Fame
The National Football Foundation (NFF) and College Football Hall of Fame announced on Monday, December 10 the 2022 College Football Hall of Fame Class – featuring Independence Bowl alumni LSU running back Kevin Faulk, Oklahoma defensive back Roy Williams and Missouri head coach Gary Pinkel. With three inductees in 2022, there will be 23 Independence Bowl alumni in the College Football Hall of Fame.

Viewership Tops 3.37 Million on ABC
Drawing over 3.2 million viewers on Saturday, December 18 on ABC, the 45th Radiance Technologies Independence Bowl between the UAB Blazers and BYU Cougars topped college football viewership this past weekend according to the early viewership numbers.

UAB Outduels No. 13 BYU 31-28 in 45th Independence Bowl
On a rainy and windy Saturday, the 45th Radiance Technologies turned in one of its finest games in a back-and-forth battle between the UAB Blazers and BYU Cougars. In what was one of the biggest victories in program history, UAB defeated No. 13 BYU 31-28 to earn their second bowl win in program history and first Independence Bowl victory.
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