Kade Kostus is a defensive lineman for the Bowling Green Falcons who transferred from Central Michigan. At Central Michigan, he appeared in 28 games with 15 starts over four years and redshirted as a freshman in 2022. In 2024, he started all 12 games at defensive end and recorded 32 tackles with 13 solo, 5.0 tackles for loss for 19 yards, and two sacks. Prior to the 2025 season, he earned preseason Third Team All-MAC honors from both Phil Steele Magazine and Athlon Magazine. Kostus, a three-star recruit from Rockford High School in Michigan, is a returning redshirt senior.