Texas A&M-Kingsville visits Angelo State on Saturday looking to stay in the Lone Star Conference title race after its first league loss. The Javelinas’ offense is led by record-chasing receiver Christian Kretz, while a disruptive defense will face Rams quarterback Madox Maher, who has thrown three interceptions in his first two starts.

By the Numbers
  • Texas A&M-Kingsville is 4-3 overall and 4-1 in the LSC; Angelo State is 2-5 and 2-3.
  • Kretz has 1,068 receiving yards, leading Division II and ranking second across NCAA divisions.
  • The Javelinas have 21 sacks, 10 forced fumbles and eight interceptions this season.
  • Mills Dawson has passed for 2,090 yards and 16 touchdowns.
  • Kickoff is Saturday, Oct. 24, at 6 p.m. CT.
Yes, But

Angelo State’s record has fallen short of preseason expectations, but Maher has produced four touchdown passes in two starts. His three interceptions last week could give the Javelinas’ opportunistic defense an opening.

State of Play
  • The Javelinas are pursuing an LSC title and seeking their first win in San Angelo since 2011.
  • Texas A&M-Kingsville has won its last two games against the Rams, including last season’s victory that ended a 12-game losing streak in the series.
  • The teams are meeting for the 55th time; their first matchup was in 1968.
What’s Next

Texas A&M-Kingsville needs a road win to keep pace in the conference race. The game will air on FloCollege, with live stats available through Javelina Athletics.

Bottom Line

The matchup turns on whether the Javelinas can convert their defensive pressure into turnovers and keep Kretz and the passing game productive on the road.