Venue & Game Details
Kickoff Time: 6:00 p.m. CT / 7:00 p.m. ET
Venue: Brown Field (Capacity ~5,000), Valparaiso, Indiana
Special Event: Popcorn Fest Finale — part of Valparaiso’s annual citywide celebration, featuring free popcorn at the game and postgame fireworks.
Weather Forecast (Valparaiso, IN)
Conditions: Mostly clear skies, low humidity
Temperature at Kickoff: ~75°F (24°C)
Wind: 4–6 mph from the northwest
Impact: Ideal football weather — minimal wind impact on passing or special teams.
Injury & Availability Report
Valparaiso Beacons
Questionable: WR2 (ankle sprain, limited practice), starting CB (hamstring tightness).
Out: Backup LB (shoulder).
Adrian Bulldogs
Questionable: RB1 (hamstring), starting DE (groin strain).
Out: None reported from preseason camp.
Recent Form & Trends
Valparaiso: Opened 2025 with its highest point total since 1958, racking up 409 yards of offense and 8 sacks in a dominant win.
Adrian: Finished 2024 with a winning record in the MIAA; defense allowed under 21 points in 4 of 6 wins.
Series History
All-Time Series: Only one recorded meeting — a 13–13 tie in 1926.
Trend: This is the first matchup in nearly a century.
Key Player Matchups
Valpo RB Michael Mansaray vs. Adrian Front Seven – Mansaray rushed for 134 yards and 2 TDs in Week 1; Adrian’s run defense will be tested early.
Adrian QB vs. Valpo Pass Rush – The Beacons tallied 8 sacks and 18 tackles for loss in their opener; Adrian’s offensive line must hold up to avoid drive-killing plays.
Special Teams Impact – Valpo’s kicker is reliable inside 40 yards; Adrian’s return game could be a hidden weapon if they can flip field position.
Betting Trends
Valparaiso is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 home games vs. non-conference opponents.
Adrian is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 road games vs. higher-division opponents.
The Over has hit in 3 of Valpo’s last 4 games dating back to 2024.
Game Odds
Adrian Bulldogs 52.5
Valparaiso Beacons – 21.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, September 5, 2025
