#56
Ian van der Merwe
Returning to Bowling Green for 2026
Ian van der Merwe
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Eddie George
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Bowling Green
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Defensive tackle · Bowling Green
Returning around him
- Transfer portal: -12 net (15 in / 27 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Bowling Green · Last season: 4-8 · Talent rank #107 · 2026 recruiting class #75
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