On Saturday, the Michigan Tech Huskies will face the top-ranked Ferris State Bulldogs at Kearly Stadium. The kickoff for this exciting matchup is set for noon. Following a bye week and two consecutive road victories, the Huskies return home eager to challenge the defending National Champions.
Match Overview
This upcoming game holds significant importance in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC). Fans can follow the action through live stats, live streaming (subscription required), and radio broadcasts. The match will also be available on FloCollege, which streams home and conference games for various sports.
Series History
The game marks the 74th meeting between Ferris State and Michigan Tech dating back to 1947. Currently, the Bulldogs lead the series with a record of 35 wins, 34 losses, and 4 ties. Ferris State has been dominant recently, winning their last 12 games, including a 35-21 victory against the Huskies in 2023.
About Ferris State Bulldogs
- Current Ranking: No. 1 nationally
- Recent Performance: The Bulldogs have recorded three consecutive shutout victories with an average margin of 67 points.
- Recent Scores:
- 76-0 vs. Rio Grande
- 66-0 at Roosevelt
- 59-0 vs. Wayne State
- 2025 Record: 6-0 overall, 2-0 GLIAC
- Key Players:
- Chase Carter: 114 rushing yards, 2 touchdowns, GLIAC Offensive Player of the Week
- Wyatt Bower: 1,140 passing yards, 12 touchdowns
- Zak Ahern: 308 rushing yards, 5 touchdowns
- Cam Underwood: 235 receiving yards, 5 touchdowns
About Michigan Tech Huskies
The Huskies enter this game with a 5-1 overall record and are 2-0 in the GLIAC following two hard-fought wins on the road. Their most recent victory came against Davenport, where they won 16-14.
- Recent Accolades:
- Avery Kucharski: GLIAC Special Teams Player of the Week with three field goals
- Chase Koch: GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week with a crucial interception
- Key Players:
- Alex Bueno: 12 passing touchdowns and 1,151 passing yards
- Jake Rueff: Team’s top rusher with 283 rushing yards
- Nic Nora: Leading receiver with 385 yards and 5 touchdowns
Defensive Strengths
The Huskies boast a formidable defense that ranks second in the GLIAC, allowing an average of 245.5 yards and 17.7 points per game. Key defensive players include:
- Chase Koch: 47 total tackles
- Dante Basanese: 33 total tackles, 2 interceptions
- Connor Hindenach: Team leader with 3 sacks
Fan Engagement
The upcoming Homecoming game is expected to draw considerable attention. The last Homecoming event saw nearly 2,800 fans in attendance, the highest figure at Kearly Stadium since 2018. This Saturday promises to be a thrilling matchup, spotlighting the rivalry between the Huskies and the Bulldogs.
