The top spot in Division II football is on the line as No. 1 Grand Valley State hosts No. 3 Ferris State on Saturday. After Harding’s first loss in a 25-game series, Grand Valley reclaimed its top spot after defeating Ferris State in the previous two meetings. Ferris State is considered one of the hottest teams with a current record of 6-1 and has scored 52.7 points per game since its season-opening loss. The game begins at 3:00 p.m. ET at Lubbers Stadium, with coverage on WXSP and streaming on FloCollege.

Through the numbers

• Grand Valley State has a perfect record of 7-0 this season.
• Ferris State has averaged 518.4 yards and 52.7 points per game since its opening loss.

state of affairs

• The rivalry reignites as Grand Valley looks to solidify its ranking with a win.
• Tickets for the game are sold out, but resale options start at around $100.

What’s next?

Depending on the outcome, the winner could improve their playoff positioning and postseason momentum. The Lakers have upcoming games against Wayne State and Michigan Tech, while Ferris State faces Northern Michigan next week.

Conclusion

This duel is crucial for both teams and has implications for the rankings and the playoffs. A win for Grand Valley solidifies its dominance as Ferris State looks to regain relevance in the championship conversation.