Venue & Game Details
Location: Don & Nona Williams Stadium – Menomonie, Wisconsin
Kickoff: 1:00 p.m. CT
Event Theme: Dorm Day at UW–Stout
Broadcast: WIAC Network (video), WMEQ AM 880 / 106.3 FM (radio), live stats via both schools’ athletics sites
Capacity: ~4,500
Weather Forecast (Menomonie, WI – Kickoff)
Conditions: Mostly sunny, warm
Temperature: ~75°F (24°C) at kickoff, rising to around 78°F by the second half
Wind: SW at 5–8 mph
Precipitation: <10%
Impact: Ideal early‑season football weather; minimal wind effect on passing or kicking
Injury Report
Dubuque
No major preseason injuries reported.
QB Jacob Keller returns after leading the Spartans to a 56‑21 win in their 2024 finale.
RB Darius Willis (team’s leading rusher) healthy.
WR Malik Adams (top returning receiver) available.
Defense anchored by LB Ethan Holmes.
UW–Stout
No significant absences reported.
QB Sean Borgerding back after a strong 2024 season, including a 45‑42 win over UW–Oshkosh late in the year.
RB Tyler Jensen (team’s leading rusher) healthy.
WR Ethan Lange (deep threat) available.
Defense led by LB Carter Johnson.
Team Records & 2024 Recap
Dubuque: 6‑4 overall, 5‑3 American Rivers Conference; averaged 37.1 PPG, allowed 26.4 PPG.
UW–Stout: 5‑5 overall, 3‑4 WIAC; averaged 36.0 PPG, allowed 34.8 PPG.
Recent Form (Last 5 Games – 2024 Season)
Dubuque
W @ Buena Vista 56‑21
L vs. Wartburg 24‑14
W @ Nebraska Wesleyan 52‑7
L vs. Central 38‑21
W @ Loras 49‑42
UW–Stout
L vs. UW–Platteville 46‑38
W @ UW–Oshkosh 45‑42
L vs. UW–La Crosse 33‑31
W vs. UW–Eau Claire 42‑24
L @ UW–River Falls 40‑37 (OT)
Key Player Matchups
QB Jacob Keller (DUB) vs. UW–Stout Secondary
Keller’s ability to stretch the field vertically vs. a defense that allowed over 250 pass yds/game in 2024.
RB Darius Willis (DUB) vs. UW–Stout Front Seven
Willis’ inside running vs. a unit that gave up 180+ rush yds/game last season.
QB Sean Borgerding (UWST) vs. Dubuque Pass Rush
Borgerding’s pocket presence and quick release will be tested by a Spartans front that thrives on pressure.
WR Ethan Lange (UWST) vs. Dubuque CB2
Lange’s deep‑ball ability could create explosive plays if Dubuque’s safeties bite on play‑action.
Special Teams
Both teams have reliable kickers; field position could be decisive in a close game.
Series History
All-Time: First meeting between the programs.
Betting Trends
Dubuque: Won 3 of last 4; OVER in 4 of last 5.
UW–Stout: 2‑3 in last 5; OVER in 5 of last 6.
Both teams: Averaged 35+ PPG in 2024; defenses allowed 26+ PPG.
Game Odds
U-Dubuque Spartans 63.5
U-Wisconsin–Stout Blue Devils – 3.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, September 5, 2025
