
Saginaw Valley Football upset No. 16 Grand Valley State Football 27-20 on Saturday, Oct. 24, building a 21-0 lead before holding off a second-half comeback to hand the Lakers their third consecutive loss.
Connor Wolf threw three touchdown passes, completing 11 of 20 attempts for 142 yards. Braden Hill caught two touchdowns, while JT Webber added a 48-yard scoring reception. Devin Miles rushed for 95 yards as the Cardinals controlled possession for nearly 37 minutes.
Grand Valley State quarterback Andrew Schuster threw for 340 yards and a touchdown but was intercepted three times. Kellen Reed caught 12 passes for 174 yards and a score.
GVSU rallied within 21-17 in the third quarter, but SVSU answered with a fourth-quarter touchdown. Mathew Bacik's 29-yard field goal cut the deficit to seven with 21 seconds remaining, but the Lakers' onside kick failed.
SVSU improved to 4-4, while Grand Valley State fell to 5-3.
9:15 PM
FINAL | SAGINAW VALLEY STATE 27, GRAND VALLEY STATE 20
NEWSVSU Upsets No. 16 Grand Valley State 27-20, Hands GVSU Third Straight Loss
Saginaw Valley State stunned No. 16 Grand Valley State 27-20 on Saturday, Oct. 24, holding off a second-half comeback to secure its second consecutive victory over the Lakers.
The Cardinals built a 21-0 first-half lead before GVSU scored 17 unanswered points to make it a four-point game in the third quarter. Saginaw Valley State answered with a fourth-quarter touchdown to extend its lead to 27-17.
Grand Valley State cut the deficit to seven on Mathew Bacik's 29-yard field goal with 21 seconds remaining, but the Lakers failed to recover the ensuing onside kick. SVSU ran out the clock to improve to 4-4, while GVSU fell to 5-3 with its third straight loss.
9:11 PM
Saginaw Valley State 27, Grand Valley State 20 | 0:21, 4th Quarter
GVSU Cuts SVSU Lead To Seven Points With 21 Seconds Left
Grand Valley State's Mathew Bacik connected on a 29-yard field goal to cut Saginaw Valley State's lead to 27-20 with 21 seconds remaining. The No. 16 Lakers now need to recover an onside kick to keep their comeback hopes alive after trailing 21-0 in the first half.
9:09 PM
Saginaw Valley State 27, Grand Valley State 17 | 0:48, 4th Quarter
GVSU Reaches SVSU Red Zone After 35-Yard Completion To Kellen Reed
Grand Valley State is making one final push against Saginaw Valley State. Andrew Schuster connected with Kellen Reed for a 35-yard gain on third-and-10, moving the Lakers to the Cardinals' 19-yard line with 48 seconds remaining. GVSU still trails by 10 points.
9:07 PM
Saginaw Valley State 27, Grand Valley State 17 | 1:23, 4th Quarter
GVSU Gets Ball Back With 83 Seconds Left As SVSU Closes In On Upset
No. 16 Grand Valley State faces a 10-point deficit with just 1:23 remaining against Saginaw Valley State. The Cardinals' 14-play, 67-yard scoring drive consumed 7:04, leaving the Lakers needing two scores in the final moments to avoid a third consecutive loss.
9:04 PM
HIGHLIGHT
Cardinals MAKE IT 10
CARDINALS KEEP THE LEAD🚨
— FloCollege | Football (@FloCollegeFB) October 24, 2026
Obie Sanni FINDS A WAY and Saginaw Valley State leads by 10 with less than 2 minutes remaining!@GLIACsports | @svsu_football
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Saginaw Valley State 27, Grand Valley State 17 | 1:53, 4th Quarter
SVSU Extends Lead To 10 Points As GVSU Faces Late Comeback Challenge
Saginaw Valley State has extended its lead to 27-17 over No. 16 Grand Valley State with 1:53 remaining. Obie Sanni's 1-yard run moved the Cardinals to the GVSU 1-yard line before the scoreboard updated to reflect another six points. The scoring play is not yet shown in the play-by-play.
8:57 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 17 | 2:10, 4th Quarter
SVSU Threatens To Put GVSU Away As Cardinals Reach Lakers' 2-Yard Line
Saginaw Valley State is closing in on a potentially decisive touchdown against No. 16 Grand Valley State. Devin Miles rushed for eight yards to the GVSU 2-yard line as the Cardinals continued a lengthy fourth-quarter drive. SVSU leads 21-17 with just over two minutes remaining.
8:52 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 17 | 5:08, 4th Quarter
SVSU Keeps GVSU Off The Field As Cardinals Drive Deep Into Lakers Territory
Saginaw Valley State is draining valuable time off the clock while protecting its four-point lead. Obie Sanni converted a crucial third-and-1 with a 15-yard run to the GVSU 29-yard line, extending a Cardinals possession that has already consumed nearly four minutes.
8:43 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 17 | 8:54, 4th Quarter
SVSU Defense Forces GVSU Punt As Lakers' Comeback Attempt Stalls
Grand Valley State couldn't capitalize on its fourth-down stop as the Lakers' offense stalled at their own 32-yard line. Two false-start penalties disrupted the possession before Evan Sundermann punted 35 yards to the SVSU 33. The Cardinals regain possession with an opportunity to protect their four-point lead.
8:40 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 17 | 9:48, 4th Quarter
GVSU Defense Makes Crucial Fourth-Down Stop As SVSU Threatens To Extend Lead
Grand Valley State's defense delivered a critical stop deep in its own territory, denying Saginaw Valley State on fourth-and-1 at the Lakers' 13-yard line. The Cardinals' eight-play, 47-yard drive ended without points, giving GVSU possession with 9:48 remaining and a chance to take its first lead.
8:37 PM
HIGHLIGHT
THIS HAPPENED
SVSU Ball➡️GVSU Ball➡️SVSU Ball... sure
— FloCollege | Football (@FloCollegeFB) October 24, 2026
GVSU's Torian Wyatt recovers an SVSU fumble, then Calvin Watson picks off a GVSU pass to reclaim possession. Phew😅@GLIACsports | @gvsufootball | @svsu_football
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Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 17 | 0:00, 3rd Quarter
SVSU Holds Four-Point Lead Over No. 16 GVSU Entering Fourth Quarter
Saginaw Valley State leads Grand Valley State 21-17 entering the fourth quarter after the Lakers scored seven unanswered points in the third. Devin Miles has helped the Cardinals regain momentum, rushing for 23 yards on consecutive carries following Calvin Watson's interception of Andrew Schuster.
8:28 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 17 | 1:03, 3rd Quarter
GVSU Forces Connor Wolf Fumble, But SVSU Answers With Calvin Watson Interception
Grand Valley State's Jimmy Downs sacked Connor Wolf for a 10-yard loss, forcing a fumble recovered by Torian Wyatt at the SVSU 41-yard line. But on the Lakers' next play, Calvin Watson intercepted Andrew Schuster, ending another GVSU scoring opportunity.
8:20 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 17 | 5:06, 3rd Quarter
GVSU Cuts SVSU Lead To Four Points As Kellen Reed Scores Rushing Touchdown
No. 16 Grand Valley State has scored 17 unanswered points after trailing Saginaw Valley State 21-0. Kellen Reed scored on a 3-yard touchdown run, and Mathew Bacik added the extra point to cut the Cardinals' lead to 21-17 with 5:06 remaining in the third quarter.
8:18 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 10 | 6:26, 3rd Quarter
GVSU Marches Into SVSU Red Zone As Lakers Look To Cut Into 11-Point Deficit
Grand Valley State is threatening again after its defense forced a Saginaw Valley State punt. Andrew Schuster has completed five consecutive passes on the Lakers' latest possession, including a 17-yard gain to Kellen Reed. GVSU has advanced to the Cardinals' 13-yard line.
8:09 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 10 | 10:45, 3rd Quarter
SVSU Intercepts Andrew Schuster Near Goal Line To Stop GVSU Scoring Drive
Grand Valley State's promising opening drive of the second half ended in another turnover. Andrew Schuster was intercepted on third-and-5 from the SVSU 5-yard line, denying the No. 16 Lakers a chance to cut into Saginaw Valley State's 21-10 lead.
8:03 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 10 | 13:56, 3rd Quarter
GVSU Opens Second Half With 37-Yard Pass As Lakers Threaten SVSU
Grand Valley State has opened the second half with an aggressive drive against Saginaw Valley State. Quarterback Andrew Schuster connected with Corey Sandolph for a 37-yard gain, moving the Lakers to the Cardinals' 23-yard line. GVSU is looking to cut into SVSU's 11-point lead.
7:52 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 10 | Halftime
Second Half Approaching As No. 16 GVSU Looks To Rally Against SVSU
The second half is about to begin in University Center, Michigan, with Saginaw Valley State leading No. 16 Grand Valley State 21-10. The Cardinals built a 21-0 lead before the Lakers scored 10 unanswered points. GVSU will look to continue its comeback in the final two quarters.
7:41 PM
When Was The Last Time GVSU Lost 3 In Row?
Does Anyone Remember 2011?
Well, that's the last time Grand Valley State lost three games in a row.
7:37 PM
HIGHLIGHTS
We Got A Ball Game Now
GVSU gets the ball to start the second half...
Schuster ➡️ Reed: A Tale As Old As Time
— FloCollege | Football (@FloCollegeFB) October 24, 2026
Andrew Schuster finds Kellen Reed in the end zone for the Lakers' first touchdown of the day!@GLIACsports | @gvsufootball
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Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 10 | Halftime
Connor Wolf's Three Touchdown Passes Lead SVSU Over No. 16 GVSU At Halftime
Saginaw Valley State quarterback Connor Wolf has thrown for 104 yards and three touchdowns, including two to Braden Hill, as the Cardinals lead Grand Valley State 21-10 at halftime. GVSU quarterback Andrew Schuster has 146 passing yards and a touchdown, while Kellen Reed has four catches for 65 yards.
Grand Valley State vs. Saginaw Valley State Halftime Player Stats
Passing Leaders
- Andrew Schuster, GVSU: 146 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT
- Connor Wolf, SVSU: 104 yards, 3 TDs, 2 INTs
Rushing Leaders
- Devin Miles, SVSU: 44 yards
- Obie Sanni, SVSU: 23 yards
- Connor Wolf, SVSU: 22 yards
- Paschal Anyanwu, GVSU: 11 yards
- Kellen Russell-Dixon, GVSU: 6 yards
Receiving Leaders
- Kellen Reed, GVSU: 4 receptions, 65 yards, 1 TD
- Braden Hill, SVSU: 3 receptions, 40 yards, 2 TDs
- JT Webber, SVSU: 1 reception, 48 yards, 1 TD
- Corey Sandolph, GVSU: 2 receptions, 22 yards
Defensive Leaders
- Junyoung Chung, SVSU: 6 tackles
- Jimmy Downs, GVSU: 5 tackles, 1 sack
- Ryder Gravenhof, GVSU: 5 tackles
- Xavier Chasen, SVSU: 4 tackles
- Josh Anderson, GVSU: 3 tackles, 1 interception
- Curtis Andrews III, SVSU: 1 interception, 1 fumble recovery
7:35 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 10 | Halftime
SVSU Dominates Rushing Battle, Forces Three GVSU Turnovers In First Half
Saginaw Valley State leads No. 16 Grand Valley State 21-10 at halftime, outgaining the Lakers 190-149. The Cardinals have rushed for 86 yards while holding GVSU to just three rushing yards on 12 attempts. Grand Valley State has committed three turnovers, including two lost fumbles.
Grand Valley State vs. Saginaw Valley State Halftime Stats
- Total Yards: GVSU 149, SVSU 190
- First Downs: GVSU 10, SVSU 14
- Passing Yards: GVSU 146, SVSU 104
- Rushing Yards: GVSU 3, SVSU 86
- Passing: GVSU 13-of-18, SVSU 6-of-14
- Interceptions Thrown: GVSU 1, SVSU 2
- Fumbles Lost: GVSU 2, SVSU 0
- Third-Down Conversions: GVSU 0-of-3, SVSU 3-of-6
- Time Of Possession: GVSU 12:01, SVSU 17:59
- Penalties: GVSU 3 for 39 yards, SVSU 4 for 48 yards
7:33 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 10 | 0:00, 2nd Quarter
Halftime: SVSU Leads No. 16 GVSU 21-10 After Explosive First Half
Saginaw Valley State takes a 21-10 lead into halftime after jumping ahead 21-0 behind three Connor Wolf touchdown passes. Braden Hill caught two scores, while JT Webber added a 48-yard touchdown. Grand Valley State responded with 10 unanswered points, including a late Andrew Schuster touchdown pass to Kellen Reed.
7:31 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 10 | 0:28, 2nd Quarter
GVSU Cuts SVSU Lead To 11 As Andrew Schuster Finds Kellen Reed For Touchdown
No. 16 Grand Valley State is fighting back after trailing 21-0. Andrew Schuster connected with Kellen Reed for a 2-yard touchdown pass with 28 seconds remaining in the first half. The score capped a drive following Josh Anderson's interception and cut Saginaw Valley State's lead to 21-10.
7:30 PM
HIGHLIGHT
NOTHING IS OVER
Josh Anderson with a pick!
— FloCollege | Football (@FloCollegeFB) October 24, 2026
Grand Valley State's Josh Anderson intercepts an SVSU pass to take over at the GVSU44‼️@GLIACsports | @gvsufootball
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Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 3 | 1:37, 2nd Quarter
SVSU Penalty Pushes Cardinals Back As GVSU Looks For Late First-Half Stop
Saginaw Valley State moved into Grand Valley State territory following an eight-yard run by quarterback Connor Wolf. However, an illegal block penalty against Devin Miles pushed the Cardinals back 15 yards to their own 26-yard line with 1:37 remaining before halftime.
7:23 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 3 | 2:35, 2nd Quarter
Curtis Andrews III Recovers GVSU Fumble As SVSU Forces Another Turnover
Grand Valley State's turnover troubles continued when Amonté Cook fumbled after a 14-yard reception from Andrew Schuster. Saginaw Valley State's Curtis Andrews III recovered at the Cardinals' 48-yard line, ending another Lakers possession. It was Andrews' second takeaway of the game after an earlier interception.
7:17 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 3 | 3:02, 2nd Quarter
SVSU Misses Field Goal As GVSU Defense Holds Cardinals Near Goal Line
Saginaw Valley State drove deep into Grand Valley State territory but came away empty-handed after Teagen Lenderink missed a 25-yard field goal. The Lakers' defense stopped the Cardinals on three consecutive plays inside the 10-yard line, keeping the deficit at 18 points.
7:02 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 3 | 9:33, 2nd Quarter
GVSU Football Settles For Field Goal After Reaching Saginaw Valley State 1-Yard Line
No. 16 Grand Valley State is finally on the scoreboard after Mathew Bacik converted a 19-yard field goal. The Lakers reached the Cardinals' 1-yard line following a 45-yard completion from Andrew Schuster to Kellen Reed but couldn't punch it into the end zone, settling for three points.
6:59 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 0 | 9:41, 2nd Quarter
Kellen Reed's 45-Yard Catch Sets Up Grand Valley State Scoring Opportunity
No. 16 Grand Valley State marched deep into Saginaw Valley State territory behind a 45-yard completion from Andrew Schuster to Kellen Reed. The Lakers reached the Cardinals' 1-yard line but stalled on three consecutive plays, setting up fourth down as they look to cut into the 21-0 deficit.
6:49 PM
Saginaw Valley State 21, Grand Valley State 0 | 13:51, 2nd Quarter
Connor Wolf Finds JT Webber For 48-Yard Touchdown As Saginaw Valley State Stuns No. 16 GVSU
Saginaw Valley State has jumped to a stunning 21-0 lead over No. 16 Grand Valley State after Connor Wolf connected with JT Webber for a 48-yard touchdown pass. The Cardinals capitalized on Andrew Schuster's interception, with Wolf throwing his third touchdown pass of the game.
6:44 PM
Saginaw Valley State 14, Grand Valley State 0 | 14:50, 2nd Quarter
Curtis Andrews III Intercepts Andrew Schuster As Saginaw Valley State Defense Delivers Again
Grand Valley State failed to capitalize on Keegan Sell's late first-quarter interception. Saginaw Valley State's Curtis Andrews III intercepted Andrew Schuster on second-and-16 at the Cardinals' 24-yard line, ending the Lakers' possession and giving Saginaw Valley State the ball back with a 14-0 lead.
6:40 PM
Saginaw Valley State 14, Grand Valley State 0 | 0:32, 1st Quarter
Keegan Sell Intercepts Connor Wolf To Give Grand Valley State A Needed Turnover
Grand Valley State's defense came up with a crucial play late in the first quarter as Keegan Sell intercepted Connor Wolf on third-and-2 from the Saginaw Valley State 14-yard line. The turnover gives the No. 16 Lakers an opportunity to cut into the Cardinals' 14-0 lead.
6:37 PM
Saginaw Valley State 14, Grand Valley State 0 | 1:27, 1st Quarter
Grand Valley State Offense Stalls Again As Saginaw Valley State Maintains 14-0 Lead
No. 16 Grand Valley State picked up one first down but managed just 17 yards on its third offensive possession. The Lakers stalled at the Saginaw Valley State 48-yard line before Evan Sundermann delivered a 42-yard punt to the Cardinals' 6-yard line.
6:36 PM
HIGHLIGHT
AND ANOTHER!
Making the most of every opportunity😏
— FloCollege | Football (@FloCollegeFB) October 24, 2026
Immediately following a GVSU turnover, SVSU's Braden Hill hauls in another pass from Connor Wolf ‼️@GLIACsports | @svsu_football
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Saginaw Valley State 14, Grand Valley State 0 | 4:27, 1st Quarter
Grand Valley State Fumble Leads To Braden Hill's Second Touchdown
Grand Valley State quarterback Andrew Schuster fumbled on the first play of the Lakers' second possession, and Saginaw Valley State's Xavier Chasen recovered at the GVSU 19-yard line. Connor Wolf immediately capitalized, finding Braden Hill for a 19-yard touchdown pass to extend the Cardinals' lead to 14-0.
6:26 PM
What's Happening In Ferris State vs Michigan Tech?
Ferris State Leads By 10 Over Michigan Tech
Follow the action live in the Ferris State vs Michigan Tech game at FloCollege.
6:26 PM
Saginaw Valley State 7, Grand Valley State 0 | 4:49, 1st Quarter
Grand Valley State Defense Forces Saginaw Valley State Punt After Sack
Grand Valley State's defense responded after allowing a touchdown on the opening drive. Jimmy Downs sacked Connor Wolf for a 10-yard loss, putting the Cardinals behind the chains. Saginaw Valley State eventually punted on fourth-and-13, giving the Lakers possession at their own 24-yard line.
6:21 PM
HIGHLIGHT
THIS .... CATCH
SPORTSCENTER @SportsCenter, YOU SEEING THIS????? #SCTop10
— FloCollege | Football (@FloCollegeFB) October 24, 2026
Saginaw Valley State's Braden Hill with the catch of the YEAR to put the first points on the board in the Battle of the Valleys!@GLIACsports | @svsu_football
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Saginaw Valley State 7, Grand Valley State 0 | 8:53, 1st Quarter
Saginaw Valley State Defense Forces Grand Valley State Punt On Opening Drive
No. 16 Grand Valley State picked up one first down on its opening possession but was unable to move beyond its own 41-yard line. Saginaw Valley State's defense forced a fourth-and-6, and Evan Sundermann punted 36 yards to the Cardinals' 23-yard line.
6:15 PM
Saginaw Valley State 7, Grand Valley State 0 | 11:22, 1st Quarter
Andrew Schuster Completes First Pass As Grand Valley State Begins Opening Drive
No. 16 Grand Valley State has started its first offensive possession at its own 27-yard line. Quarterback Andrew Schuster connected with Kellen Russell-Dixon for a 10-yard gain and a first down, moving the Lakers to their own 37.
6:11 PM
Saginaw Valley State 7, Grand Valley State 0 | 11:28, 1st Quarter
Braden Hill Makes Incredible One-Handed Touchdown Catch To Give SVSU Early Lead
Saginaw Valley State struck first against No. 16 Grand Valley State as quarterback Connor Wolf connected with Braden Hill on a spectacular one-handed, 13-yard touchdown catch. The highlight-reel grab, one of the best plays of the FloCollege season, capped the Cardinals' opening drive. Teagen Lenderink added the extra point.
6:05 PM
Grand Valley State 0, Saginaw Valley State 0 | 13:07, 1st Quarter
Saginaw Valley State Moves Into Grand Valley State Territory On Opening Drive
Saginaw Valley State has crossed midfield on its opening possession against No. 16 Grand Valley State. Quarterback Connor Wolf converted a third-and-8 with an 11-yard completion to Mylek Lee, moving the Cardinals to the Lakers' 30-yard line.
6:01 PM
Game Underway | 1st Quarter
No. 16 Grand Valley State vs. Saginaw Valley State Football Is Underway
The Battle of the Valleys is underway at Harvey Randall Wickes Memorial Stadium in University Center, Michigan. No. 16 Grand Valley State looks to end a two-game losing streak, while Saginaw Valley State hopes to defeat the Lakers for the second consecutive season.
5:52 PM
Kickoff Approaching
No. 16 Grand Valley State Set To Face Saginaw Valley State In GLIAC Rivalry
Kickoff is approaching in University Center, Michigan, where No. 16 Grand Valley State (5-2) faces Saginaw Valley State (3-4) at 2 p.m. ET. The Lakers look to snap a two-game losing streak, while the Cardinals seek their second consecutive victory.
5:45 PM
Great Weather For Football
Michigan Weather Understood The Assignment
Perfect day for football 🏈
— SVSU Football (@svsu_football) October 24, 2026
Kickoff 🆚 Grand Valley at 2 PM pic.twitter.com/26wSHDMqgv5:44 PM
GVSU Ready For Kickoff
Lakers Are Settled In For The Battle of the Valleys
Settled in ⚓️#AnchorUp | #ForTheValley | #WAWG pic.twitter.com/zqNAMoSY0T
— GVSU Football (@gvsufootball) October 24, 20265:40 PM
SVSU Playmakers
JT Webber Among Division II's Most Explosive Wide Receivers
Saginaw Valley State receiver JT Webber enters the matchup with 580 receiving yards and leads NCAA Division II with an average of 27.62 yards per reception. Webber caught a 59-yard touchdown pass against Wayne State last Saturday.
5:39 PM
GVSU Quarterback
Andrew Schuster Has Thrown 24 Touchdown Passes For Grand Valley State
Grand Valley State quarterback Andrew Schuster has completed 118 of 169 passes for 1,591 yards and 24 touchdowns this season. The sophomore is two touchdown passes away from matching Cade Peterson's 2021 total of 26.
5:38 PM
Lakers Losing Streak
Grand Valley State Trying To Avoid Third Consecutive Loss
Grand Valley State enters Saturday's game following losses to Michigan Tech and Ferris State. The Lakers have not lost three consecutive games since 2014 and are trying to rebound after opening the season with five straight victories.
5:36 PM
Last Year's Upset
Saginaw Valley State Snapped 10-Game Losing Streak Against GVSU In 2025
Saginaw Valley State defeated Grand Valley State 20-19 at Lubbers Stadium on Oct. 18, 2025. The victory ended a 10-game losing streak against the Lakers and gave the Cardinals their first win in the rivalry since 2014.
5:35 PM
Rivalry History
Grand Valley State Leads All-Time Series Against Saginaw Valley State
Grand Valley State holds a 39-12 advantage in the all-time series against Saginaw Valley State. The teams first met in 1975, and Saturday's Battle of the Valleys marks the 52nd meeting between the GLIAC rivals.
5:30 PM
Game Day Information
How To Watch Grand Valley State vs. Saginaw Valley State Football
No. 16 Grand Valley State faces Saginaw Valley State on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, in a GLIAC matchup. Fans can stream the Battle of the Valleys live on FloSports and the FloSports app.
What Time Does Grand Valley State vs. Saginaw Valley State Kick Off?
Grand Valley State and Saginaw Valley State kick off at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, Oct. 24, at Harvey Randall Wickes Memorial Stadium in University Center, Michigan.
5:25 PM
Understanding the NPI Rankings
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5:20 PM
D2 Football NPI Rankings 2026: Top 8 By Super Region
NCAA Division II Football NPI Rankings: Super Region One Top 8
Slippery Rock leads Super Region One and the nation with a 66.161 NPI score. Kutztown is second in the region and eighth nationally, while East Stroudsburg gives the region three teams among the national top 15.
- Slippery Rock (National No. 1) — Record: 7-0; NPI: 66.161
- Kutztown (National No. 8) — Record: 6-0; NPI: 61.746
- East Stroudsburg (National No. 15) — Record: 5-1; NPI: 59.376
- Virginia State (National No. 24) — Record: 7-0; NPI: 56.931
- West Liberty (National No. 26) — Record: 6-1; NPI: 55.810
- Indiana (PA) (National No. 28) — Record: 5-2; NPI: 55.567
- Virginia Union (National No. 31) — Record: 6-1; NPI: 55.445
- Johnson C. Smith (National No. 36) — Record: 6-1; NPI: 54.682
NCAA Division II Football NPI Rankings: Super Region Two Top 8
Edward Waters leads Super Region Two with a 59.566 NPI score and ranks No. 12 nationally. Kentucky State is close behind at 59.533, with Benedict and Carson-Newman also among the region's leading playoff contenders.
- Edward Waters (National No. 12) — Record: 4-1; NPI: 59.566
- Kentucky State (National No. 13) — Record: 6-1; NPI: 59.533
- Benedict (National No. 16) — Record: 6-1; NPI: 59.078
- Carson-Newman (National No. 17) — Record: 6-1; NPI: 58.784
- North Greenville (National No. 20) — Record: 6-1; NPI: 57.692
- West Alabama (National No. 25) — Record: 5-1; NPI: 56.353
- Mars Hill (National No. 27) — Record: 5-2; NPI: 55.642
- Central State (OH) (National No. 29) — Record: 4-1; NPI: 55.522
NCAA Division II Football NPI Rankings: Super Region Three Top 8
Northwood leads Super Region Three with a 63.760 NPI score and ranks third nationally. Ferris State follows at No. 5 nationally, while Minnesota State and Davenport give the region four teams inside the national top 10.
- Northwood (National No. 3) — Record: 7-0; NPI: 63.760
- Ferris State (National No. 5) — Record: 6-0; NPI: 63.531
- Minnesota State (National No. 7) — Record: 7-0; NPI: 61.783
- Davenport (National No. 10) — Record: 7-0; NPI: 59.733
- Michigan Tech (National No. 11) — Record: 6-1; NPI: 59.614
- Findlay (National No. 19) — Record: 6-1; NPI: 57.768
- Minnesota Duluth (National No. 23) — Record: 5-2; NPI: 56.949
- Augustana (SD) (National No. 33) — Record: 5-2; NPI: 55.117
NCAA Division II Football NPI Rankings: Super Region Four Top 8
Harding leads Super Region Four and ranks second nationally with a 65.624 NPI score. CSU Pueblo and Emporia State also rank among the nation's top six, while Northwest Missouri State sits ninth nationally.
- Harding (National No. 2) — Record: 7-0; NPI: 65.624
- CSU Pueblo (National No. 4) — Record: 7-0; NPI: 63.751
- Emporia State (National No. 6) — Record: 7-0; NPI: 62.666
- Northwest Missouri State (National No. 9) — Record: 5-1; NPI: 60.103
- Western Colorado (National No. 14) — Record: 7-0; NPI: 59.525
- Central Washington (National No. 18) — Record: 5-1; NPI: 58.715
- Central Missouri (National No. 21) — Record: 5-2; NPI: 57.659
- East Central (National No. 22) — Record: 6-1; NPI: 57.561
NCAA Division II Football NPI Rankings: National Top 50 (Oct. 17, 2026)
- Slippery Rock (Super Region 1) — NPI: 66.161
- Harding (Super Region 4) — NPI: 65.624
- Northwood (Super Region 3) — NPI: 63.760
- CSU Pueblo (Super Region 4) — NPI: 63.751
- Ferris State (Super Region 3) — NPI: 63.531
- Emporia State (Super Region 4) — NPI: 62.666
- Minnesota State (Super Region 3) — NPI: 61.783
- Kutztown (Super Region 1) — NPI: 61.746
- Northwest Missouri State (Super Region 4) — NPI: 60.103
- Davenport (Super Region 3) — NPI: 59.733
- Michigan Tech (Super Region 3) — NPI: 59.614
- Edward Waters (Super Region 2) — NPI: 59.566
- Kentucky State (Super Region 2) — NPI: 59.533
- Western Colorado (Super Region 4) — NPI: 59.525
- East Stroudsburg (Super Region 1) — NPI: 59.376
- Benedict (Super Region 2) — NPI: 59.078
- Carson-Newman (Super Region 2) — NPI: 58.784
- Central Washington (Super Region 4) — NPI: 58.715
- Findlay (Super Region 3) — NPI: 57.768
- North Greenville (Super Region 2) — NPI: 57.692
- Central Missouri (Super Region 4) — NPI: 57.659
- East Central (Super Region 4) — NPI: 57.561
- Minnesota Duluth (Super Region 3) — NPI: 56.949
- Virginia State (Super Region 1) — NPI: 56.931
- West Alabama (Super Region 2) — NPI: 56.353
- West Liberty (Super Region 1) — NPI: 55.810
- Mars Hill (Super Region 2) — NPI: 55.642
- Indiana (PA) (Super Region 1) — NPI: 55.567
- Central State (OH) (Super Region 2) — NPI: 55.522
- Henderson State (Super Region 4) — NPI: 55.472
- Virginia Union (Super Region 1) — NPI: 55.445
- Ouachita Baptist (Super Region 4) — NPI: 55.430
- Augustana (SD) (Super Region 3) — NPI: 55.117
- Northeastern State (Super Region 4) — NPI: 55.031
- Washburn (Super Region 4) — NPI: 54.880
- Johnson C. Smith (Super Region 1) — NPI: 54.682
- Midwestern State (Super Region 4) — NPI: 54.559
- Franklin Pierce (Super Region 1) — NPI: 54.379
- Colorado School of Mines (Super Region 4) — NPI: 54.364
- Assumption (Super Region 1) — NPI: 54.327
- MSU Moorhead (Super Region 3) — NPI: 54.202
- Newberry (Super Region 2) — NPI: 53.913
- Tiffin (Super Region 3) — NPI: 53.788
- UT Permian Basin (Super Region 4) — NPI: 53.773
- Central Oklahoma (Super Region 4) — NPI: 53.512
- Northern State (Super Region 3) — NPI: 53.261
- Wayne State (NE) (Super Region 3) — NPI: 53.226
- Hillsdale (Super Region 3) — NPI: 53.148
- Grand Valley State (Super Region 3) — NPI: 53.116
- Shepherd (Super Region 1) — NPI: 53.019
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D2 Football Rankings 2026: Week 9 Top 25
FloCollege D2 Football Rankings Week 7
- Ferris State (7-0), Prev. 1
- Harding (7-0), Prev. 2
- CSU Pueblo (7-0), Prev. 3
- Kutztown (7-0), Prev. 4
- Slippery Rock (7-0), Prev. 6
- Minnesota State (7-0), Prev. 5
- Western Colorado (7-0), Prev. 7
- Northwood (7-0), Prev. 8
- Davenport (7-0), Prev. 10
- Emporia State (7-0), Prev. 11
- Northwest Missouri State (5-1), Prev. 12
- Michigan Tech (6-1), Prev. 15
- Findlay (6-1), Prev. 14
- Carson-Newman (7-1), Prev. 17
- Grand Valley State (5-2), Prev. 13
- Valdosta State (4-1), Prev. 22
- North Greenville (6-1), Prev. 21
- Henderson State (6-1), Prev. 9
- Johnson C. Smith (6-1), Prev. 16
- Virginia Union (6-1), Prev. 20
- Central Washington (5-2), Prev. NR
- Benedict (6-1), Prev. 23
- East Stroudsburg (6-1), Prev. NR
- Wayne State (Neb.) (6-1), Prev. NR
- Minnesota Duluth (5-2), Prev. NR
Received Votes:
Indiana (Pa.) (5-2), Virginia State (7-1), East Central (6-1), West Liberty (6-1), Ouachita Baptist (5-2), UNC Pembroke (6-2), West Alabama (5-2), UT Permian Basin (5-2), Kentucky State (6-2), Tiffin (5-2), Augustana (S.D.) (5-2), Hillsdale (5-2)
FloCollege D2 Football Rankings Week 7
- 2026 Assumption vs Saint Anselm
- 2026 Wayne State (MI) vs Davenport
- 2026 Walsh vs Findlay
- 2026 Southern Connecticut vs Bentley
- 2026 Ohio Dominican vs Northwood University
- 2026 Roosevelt vs Northern Michigan
- 2026 Michigan Tech vs Ferris State
- 2026 Pace University vs Franklin Pierce
- 2026 Kentucky Wesleyan vs Ashland
- 2026 Tiffin University vs Hillsdale
- 2026 Grand Valley State vs Saginaw Valley St.
- 2026 Thomas More vs Lake Erie College
- 2026 Shorter vs Valdosta State
- 2026 Eastern N.M. vs Western Oregon
- 2026 West Alabama vs Delta State
- 2026 Virginia University-Lynchburg vs Newberry
- 2026 A&M-Kingsville vs Angelo State
- 2026 Western N.M. vs West Texas A&M
- 2026 Sul Ross State vs Midwestern State
- 2026 UT Permian Basin vs Central Wash.
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Here's All The College Football Games Streaming On FloCollege in Week 9
NCAA Division I FCS
Saturday, Oct. 24
- UAlbany vs. Rhode Island — 12 p.m. ET
- Stony Brook vs. Bryant — 12 p.m. ET
- Monmouth vs. Hampton — 12 p.m. ET
- Campbell vs. Maine — 1 p.m. ET
NCAA Division II
Thursday, Oct. 22
Assumption vs. Saint Anselm — 6 p.m. ET
Friday, Oct. 23
D'Youville vs. Molloy — 7 p.m. ET
Saturday, Oct. 24
- Wayne State (Michigan) vs. Davenport — 11:45 a.m. ET
- Southern Connecticut vs. Bentley — 12 p.m. ET
- Walsh vs. Findlay — 12 p.m. ET
- Ohio Dominican vs. Northwood University — 12 p.m. ET
- Roosevelt vs. Northern Michigan — 1 p.m. ET
- Michigan Tech vs. Ferris State — 1 p.m. ET
- Pace University vs. Franklin Pierce — 1 p.m. ET
- Kentucky Wesleyan vs. Ashland — 1 p.m. ET
- Tiffin University vs. Hillsdale — 1 p.m. ET
- Shorter vs. Valdosta State — 3 p.m. ET
- Grand Valley State vs. Saginaw Valley State — 3 p.m. ET
- Thomas More vs. Lake Erie College — 3 p.m. ET
- Eastern New Mexico vs. Western Oregon — 4 p.m. ET
- West Alabama vs. Delta State — 5 p.m. ET
- Virginia University-Lynchburg vs. Newberry — 5 p.m. ET
- Texas A&M-Kingsville vs. Angelo State — 8 p.m. ET
- Western New Mexico vs. West Texas A&M — 8 p.m. ET
- Sul Ross State vs. Midwestern State — 8 p.m. ET
- UT Permian Basin vs. Central Washington — 9 p.m. ET
NCAA Division III
Saturday, Oct. 24
- Susquehanna vs. Wilkes — 12 p.m. ET
- RPI vs. Rochester — 12 p.m. ET
- MIT vs. Salve Regina — 12 p.m. ET
- Springfield College vs. Merchant Marine — 12 p.m. ET
- Catholic University vs. Moravian — 12 p.m. ET
- Berry College vs. Maryville College — 1 p.m. ET
- Sewanee vs. Centre College — 1 p.m. ET
- Guilford vs. Randolph-Macon College — 1 p.m. ET
- Hampden-Sydney vs. Washington and Lee — 1 p.m. ET
- Coast Guard Academy vs. Norwich — 1 p.m. ET
- Western Connecticut State vs. Lycoming — 1 p.m. ET
- Otterbein vs. Baldwin Wallace — 1:30 p.m. ET
- Anderson (Indiana) vs. Capital University — 1:30 p.m. ET
- Wilmington College vs. Mount Union — 1:30 p.m. ET
- Marietta vs. Muskingum — 1:30 p.m. ET
- Ohio Northern vs. Heidelberg — 1:30 p.m. ET
- WPI vs. SUNY Maritime — 1:30 p.m. ET
- Trinity (Texas) vs. Millsaps — 2 p.m. ET
- Averett vs. Roanoke — 2 p.m. ET
- Shenandoah University vs. Bridgewater College (Virginia) — 2 p.m. ET
- Mary Hardin-Baylor vs. McMurry — 2 p.m. ET
- Lewis & Clark vs. Whitworth — 4 p.m. ET
- Pacific Lutheran vs. Linfield — 4 p.m. ET
- Pacific (Oregon) vs. Willamette — 4 p.m. ET
- George Fox University vs. Puget Sound — 4 p.m. ET
- Austin College vs. Hendrix College — 4 p.m. ET
- Methodist University vs. North Carolina Wesleyan — 4 p.m. ET
- Cal Lutheran vs. La Verne — 4 p.m. ET
- Redlands vs. Whittier — 4 p.m. ET
- Azusa Pacific vs. Pomona-Pitzer — 4 p.m. ET
- Claremont-Mudd-Scripps vs. Chapman — 4 p.m. ET
Sprint
Friday, Oct. 23
Army vs. St. Thomas Aquinas — 6 p.m. ET
Junior College
Saturday, Oct. 24
- Pasadena City vs. Fullerton College — 3 p.m. ET
- Palomar College vs. Saddleback College — 9 p.m. ET
Junior Varsity
Monday, Oct. 19
Community Christian-Southwest JV vs. Mary Hardin-Baylor JV — 6 p.m. ET
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