URGENT UPDATE: College football action heats up this Saturday, October 21, 2023, with two critical matchups set to unfold. William & Mary will host Albany at 3:30 PM, while Christopher Newport University celebrates its 25th anniversary with a game against Montclair State at 1:00 PM.
The stakes are high for both games, making this an unmissable day for fans and players alike.
William & Mary (4-4, 3-2) looks to keep its playoff hopes alive against Albany (1-7, 0-4) at Zable Stadium, where the Tribe has maintained a perfect record this season. Recent performances show a team on the rise, despite a hard-fought 29-16 loss to No. 11 Villanova. Albany’s defense impressed by limiting Villanova to just 256 total yards, and standout player Balansame Kamara leads the CAA with 10.5 tackles for loss. However, the Great Danes struggle offensively, averaging just 15 points per game.
On the flip side, the Tribe’s quarterback, Tyler Hughes, is a force to be reckoned with, throwing for 204 yards and rushing for 74 yards with three touchdowns in their last outing. With playoff aspirations hanging in the balance, every play counts as they aim for victory this afternoon.
Meanwhile, Christopher Newport University (7-0, 4-0) is riding a wave of momentum into its game against Montclair State (3-4, 2-2). Currently ranked No. 14 in the d3football.com poll, CNU is on a school-record 12-game winning streak. Quarterback Connor Barry has been sensational, accumulating 2,054 yards, 26 touchdowns, and just one interception this season. The Captains have dominated their opponents with an average victory margin of nearly 35 points.
Montclair State is looking to bounce back after a tough loss to No. 5 Salisbury, but comes off a solid win against Vermont State Castleton. Running back Diante Wilson is a key player to watch, having rushed for 116 yards and three touchdowns in their last game.
As both games kick off today, fans will witness intense competition with significant implications for playoff standings.
Stay tuned for live updates and results as these crucial matchups unfold!
