Venue & Logistics
Venue: Hantz Stadium, Midland, Michigan (home of Northwood University Timberwolves)
Kickoff Time: 12:00 PM ET (9:00 AM PT)
Weather Forecast (Midland, MI)
Conditions: Partly sunny, mild early fall afternoon
Temperature: ~71°F (22°C) at kickoff, cooling to 65°F (18°C) by the fourth quarter
Winds: 6–10 mph from the northwest
Precipitation:
Impact: Ideal football weather; no disruptions expected
Injury Report
Thomas More Saints:
QB1 (ankle soreness) – Probable
RB2 (hamstring) – Questionable
LB1 (shoulder) – Out
Northwood Timberwolves:
WR2 (groin) – Game-time decision
DB1 (concussion protocol) – Out
OL starter (knee) – Probable
Key Player Matchups
Thomas More QB1 vs. Northwood Secondary – Saints’ passing game has struggled early; Northwood’s DBs must capitalize on turnover chances.
Northwood RB Committee vs. Thomas More Front Seven – Timberwolves’ ground game has been their offensive anchor; Saints must control the trenches.
WR1 (Thomas More) vs. Northwood Corners – With WR2 questionable, WR1 will be the focal point; Northwood must double him to avoid explosive plays.
Special Teams: Both squads have shown inconsistency in the kicking game; field position could be decisive.
Series History
All-Time Meetings: First official G-MAC meeting between Thomas More and Northwood.
Context: Thomas More is in its early years of G-MAC play, while Northwood has established itself as a rising contender.
Betting Trends
Thomas More is 0-5 ATS in last 5 road games.
Northwood is 4-1 ATS in last 5 home games.
The Under has hit in 3 of Thomas More’s last 4 games due to offensive struggles.
Northwood is 2-0 SU to start 2025, both covers.
Historical Betting Results
2024 (Thomas More): Lost 38-17 at Hillsdale → No Cover, Over
2024 (Northwood): Won 49-42 vs. Walsh → Cover, Over
2023 (Northwood): Beat Ohio Dominican 37-10 → Cover, Under
Game Odds
Thomas More Saints 48.5
Northwood Timberwolves – 14.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, September 19, 2025
