The Red Beans and Rice Bowl is the name of the rivalry between the Central Arkansas Bears and the McNeese Cowboys.

[1] The winner of the game receives a bronzed bowl trophy.

[2] The name of the game was chosen by the two schools to recognize the importance of the rice industry in Louisiana and Arkansas.

[3] The two teams have met thirteen times on the football field, with Central Arkansas leading 7–6.

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