ESPN Graphics Error Renames Fresno State as 'Bulldongs' During Bowl Game

The repeated typo during the Idaho Potato Bowl drew widespread social media attention, overshadowing Fresno State's double-overtime loss to Northern Illinois.

• ESPN mistakenly referred to Fresno State as the 'Bulldongs' instead of the Bulldogs multiple times during the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl broadcast.
• The error appeared in at least four separate graphics during the first half of the game, including on a scorebug and a drive breakdown graphic.
• Social media users quickly noticed the typo, leading to a flurry of jokes and reactions across platforms like X (formerly Twitter).
• Fresno State, playing under interim coach Tim Skipper, ultimately lost the game 28-20 in double overtime after surrendering an early lead to Northern Illinois.
• This game marked the end of Tim Skipper's tenure as head coach, with Matt Entz set to take over the program moving forward.

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