The No. 7-ranked Mercer Bears will face Samford on Oct. 19 in Birmingham. The Bears are currently undefeated and looking to continue their seven-game winning streak in the Southern Conference. This matchup marks the 30th meeting between the two teams, with Samford leading the series 15-14-1. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+ at 3:00 p.m. EDT and can also be heard on The Creek 100.9 FM.

Through the numbers

• Mercer has won seven straight Southern Conference games.
• Samford returns 11 starters from a 6-5 team, with linebacker Noah Martin averaging 9.6 tackles per game (14th nationally).

state of affairs

• Mercer is aiming for his first win in Birmingham since 2018, having lost four of his last five meetings there.
• The Bears are currently on a six-game road win streak in the regular season.

What’s next?

A win against Samford would solidify Mercer’s position as a top contender in the Southern Conference and maintain their undefeated record as the season progresses.

Conclusion

Mercer’s performance against Samford is crucial not only for conference standings but also for building momentum toward deeper playoff aspirations, underscoring the importance of overcoming the slump against the Bulldogs.