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East Texas A&M takes a 3-6 record to Thibodaux on Saturday to face Nicholls, also 3-6, as the Lions open a two-game road stretch. The matchup is their first at Nicholls since 2022 and follows East Texas A&M’s 10-7 win over Southeastern, secured by a defensive shutout and a 49-yard go-ahead field goal.

By the Numbers
  • Both teams are 3-6 overall; East Texas A&M is 3-3 in Southland play, and Nicholls is 2-4.
  • East Texas A&M has won 2 of its last 3 meetings with Southeastern in the Division I era, including last Saturday’s 10-7 victory.
  • Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at John L. Guidry Stadium in Thibodaux, Louisiana.
Yes, But

The Lions arrive with momentum from a strong defensive performance, but Nicholls has won the teams’ last two meetings: 12-10 in 2022 and 27-7 in 2023.

State of Play
  • East Texas A&M begins a two-game road swing after playing its previous two games at home.
  • The Lions are seeking their first FCS playoff appearance and remain eligible for the postseason as full Division I members.
What’s Next

The Lions visit Nicholls on Saturday, then continue their road stretch. The game will be available on ESPN+ and on Lion Sports Network radio via KETR 88.9 FM.

Bottom Line

East Texas A&M has a chance to build on its latest defensive stand, but it must do so on the road against a Nicholls team that has had the upper hand in recent meetings.