Clarion visits IUP on Saturday to close its PSAC West schedule, looking to end a long losing streak in the rivalry. The Golden Eagles enter at 4-5 after a 48-14 loss to Slippery Rock, while IUP is 6-3 and coming off a win over Gannon. The matchup features Clarion’s improving ground game against one of the conference’s stronger run defenses.

By the Numbers
  • Kickoff: Saturday, Nov. 7, at 2 p.m.
  • IUP leads the series, 68-24-3, and has won 14 straight meetings.
  • Clarion averages 157.7 rushing yards per game; IUP allows 130.7.
  • Clarion quarterback Jase Ferguson averages 298.8 total yards per game and has accounted for 24 touchdowns.
  • Clarion has intercepted 14 passes, fifth-most in Division II.
Yes, But

Clarion’s recent rushing surge offers a potential path to an upset, but IUP has the advantage in the all-time series and has beaten the Golden Eagles in every meeting since 2010. The teams’ records are close, and IUP has dropped three of its last four after opening the season with five straight wins.

What’s Next

After the IUP game, Clarion will honor its seniors and close the season at home against Millersville on Nov. 14.

Bottom Line

Clarion’s best chance to change the rivalry’s direction is to sustain its recent ground-game momentum and turn its takeaway strength into points.