Farewell to the Bell: 2009
Date November 14, 2009
Location DePauw University in Greencastle, Ind.
Score 32-19, Wabash
After an uneventful first half, the Tigers led 7-6 after Wabash's extra point was blocked. The Little Giants wasted little time in taking the lead for good in the second half, earning a 51-yard touchdown and then a another after an interception on DePauw's 14. Overall, DePauw outgained Wabash 450-418 and held a 30-20 advantage in first downs, but committed three turnovers, while the LIttle Giants had none. The Tigers sadly said goodbye to the bell as Wabash tied up the all-time record since the Monon Bell was introduced as the victor's prize.
Another rainy day: 2010
Date November 13, 2010
Location Wabash College in Crawfordsville, Ind.
Score 47-0, Wabash
The Little Giants dominated the Monon Bell game from start to finish, ending the Tiger's undefeated record of 9-0 and keeping the Bell in Crawfordsville. Wabash made the score 19-0 by the half. The score blew up in the 21-point third quarter, which made it difficult for the DePauw fans to expect a comeback, especially with DePauw's 95 total offensive yards. DePauw gained only 11 yards on the ground, and totaled just seven first downs. The Little Giants closed the game with a 43-yard touchdown and sent DePauw off without the Bell, again.
Insult to injury: 2011
Date November 12, 2011
Location DePauw University in Greencastle, Ind.
Score 45-7, Wabash
DePauw lost the Monon Bell for the third year in a row making a combined point margin of 144-26 in favor of the Little Giants over the three games. Wabash entered the competition 10-0 and took a commanding 31-0 lead at halftime. The Tiger's lone touchdown was scored in the third quarter, adding to the low total of 150 offensive yards for a team led by fourth- and fifth-string quarterbacks because of injuries to others. At worst, DePauw fumbled the ball in their own end-zone which Wabash capitalized on for a touchdown.
Little Giants tackle Tigers : 2012
Date November 10, 2012
Location Wabash College in Crawfordsville, Ind.
Score 23-0, Wabash
In the 119th installation of the rivalry the visiting Tigers didn't score one touchdown, crossed midfield just once, and never threatened the Little Giant defense in the red zone. The Wabash running game ran free for much of the game, and the Little Giants retained the Monon Bell for the fourth straight year, 23-0.
Despite trick plays and new offensive formations, the DePauw football team was beaten by Wabash College in the Monon Bell Classic.
DePauw totaled 142 yards to Wabash's 432. The 2-8 season finish is the Tigers' worst record since 1994.