Football Moves Up to No. 22 Ahead of Season Opener

INDIANA, Pa. – The IUP football team kicks off its 2026 season in less than 24 hours, but the Crimson Hawks are already on the move in the national rankings. IUP climbed three spots to No. 22 in the latest AFCA Division II Coaches Poll after entering the season ranked No. 25. IUP is one of two PSAC West teams ranked in the top 25. Slippery Rock made its 2026 debut in the poll at No. 18 after defeating Minnesota Duluth in a Week 0 overtime matchup. The Crimson Hawks will immediately put their new ranking to the test against...