Game Overview
Date & Time: Thursday, September 4, 2025 – Kickoff 7:00 p.m. CT / 8:00 p.m. ET
Venue: Carson Park, 100 Carson Park Drive, Eau Claire, WI 54703
Surface: Artificial Turf
Broadcast: UW–Eau Claire Athletics Live Stream / Local Radio WUEC 89.7 FM
Weather Report (Eau Claire, WI – Kickoff)
Conditions: Clear skies, comfortable late‑summer evening
Temperature: ~73°F (23°C) at kickoff, dipping into the mid‑60s by the 4th quarter
Wind: Light, ~5–7 mph from the northwest
Precipitation:
Impact: Ideal conditions for both passing and kicking games
Injury Report
Carroll: No major injuries reported entering opener under head coach Mike Budziszewski
UW–Eau Claire: No major injuries reported; head coach Rob Erickson begins his third season with a healthy roster
Recent Team Form (End of 2024)
Carroll – Last 5 Games
W 27–7 vs Carthage
L 21–24 vs Illinois Wesleyan
L 3–56 @ North Central (IL)
W 45–14 @ Elmhurst
W 30–20 vs Augustana (IL)
UW–Eau Claire – Last 5 Games
L 7–48 vs UW–Whitewater
L 14–56 @ UW–Platteville
L 31–42 vs UW–Oshkosh
L 24–42 @ UW–Stevens Point
L 7–34 vs UW–La Crosse
Key Player Matchups
Carroll QB vs. UW–Eau Claire Secondary
Carroll’s passing game averaged over 220 YPG in 2024; UWEC allowed 250+ pass YPG in WIAC play.
Look for Carroll to test the Blugolds’ corners early with intermediate and deep routes.
UW–Eau Claire QB vs. Carroll Pass Rush
UWEC’s offense struggled with consistency last season; Carroll’s defensive front will aim to create pressure and force quick throws.
Carroll RB Corps vs. UWEC Front Seven
Carroll’s ground game averaged 140+ YPG; UWEC allowed over 200 rush YPG in 2024.
Special Teams Impact
Field position could be decisive; Carroll’s return units were among the CCIW’s best last year.
Series History
All-Time: Carroll leads 1–0
Last Meeting: Sept. 2, 2023 – Carroll 34, UW–Eau Claire 20 (Waukesha, WI)
Notable: This is only the second meeting between the programs; Carroll won the first by controlling time of possession and forcing two turnovers.
Betting Trends (Based on 2024 Data)
Carroll
4–1 ATS in last 5 games
Over in 3 of last 5 games
3–2 SU in road games
UW–Eau Claire
2–8 ATS in 2024
Over in 4 of last 6 games
0–5 SU at home
Suggested Wagering Model
Model Inputs:
Carroll’s offensive balance vs. UWEC’s defensive struggles in 2024
UWEC’s home‑field advantage offset by significant roster turnover and recent form
Both teams’ defensive vulnerabilities point toward higher scoring potential
Game Odds
Carroll Pioneers – 6.5
UW–Eau Claire Blugolds 51.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Wednesday, September 3, 2025
