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No. 9 Central Washington hosts Western New Mexico on Saturday for Senior Day and its final scheduled regular-season home game. The Wildcats are 7-2 overall and unbeaten in Lone Star Conference play; they’re coming off a 49-20 win over Eastern New Mexico. The game also includes a pregame ceremony recognizing Native American Heritage Month.

By the Numbers
  • Central Washington: 7-2 overall, 7-0 in the LSC.
  • Western New Mexico: 3-6 overall, 2-5 in the LSC.
  • Kickoff: 1 p.m. Saturday at Tomlinson Stadium in Ellensburg.
  • CWU beat Eastern New Mexico 49-20 last week; quarterback Justin Brennan threw for 290 yards and 3 touchdowns.
Yes, But

Western New Mexico has a losing record, but its offense can score: the Mustangs average 32.22 points per game and feature a strong rushing attack. CWU coach Scott Power warned that WNMU’s offense is nationally ranked among the top 10 and its defense uses varied looks that could disrupt the Wildcats.

State of Play
  • CWU will recognize 22 seniors before their final regular-season home game.
  • The Wildcats’ next game is on the road against West Texas A&M on Nov. 14.
What's Next

CWU needs to handle Saturday’s matchup to preserve its chance at another home game; the team’s postseason path remains uncertain. It then closes the regular season at West Texas A&M.

Bottom Line

Senior Day brings a meaningful sendoff, but the stakes are immediate: a strong performance against a volatile, run-focused opponent would keep CWU’s unbeaten conference season and postseason opportunities on track.