Fort Hays State hosts Washburn on Saturday in Hays, with a chance to draw even with the Ichabods in the MIAA standings. The Tigers will look to extend a three-game winning streak in the series, while Washburn arrives after a 49-43 loss at Central Missouri.

By the Numbers
  • Fort Hays State is 3-4 overall and 2-3 in the MIAA; Washburn is 4-2-1 and 3-2.
  • Kickoff is Saturday, Oct. 24, at 1 p.m. at Lewis Field Stadium in Hays.
  • The Tigers lead the MIAA with 10 interceptions and are 9-for-13 on fourth-down conversions.
  • Fort Hays State averages 163.9 rushing yards per game, second in the MIAA; Washburn averages 275.6 passing yards per game, third in the conference.
  • Washburn leads the all-time series, 46-30-3, but Fort Hays State has won the last three meetings.
Yes, But

The Tigers have the recent series edge, but Washburn leads the all-time matchup and holds a one-game advantage over Fort Hays State in the current MIAA standings. The Ichabods also bring a potent passing attack, while the Tigers’ defense has been especially effective at creating interceptions.

What’s Next

Saturday’s result could pull Fort Hays State level with Washburn in the conference standings. The game will stream on The MIAA Network; a single-game pass costs $15.

Bottom Line

Fort Hays State’s path to a key conference win runs through its strengths: control the ball with the run game and turn defensive takeaways into points.