NAIA-CFB Game Preview: Warner (FL) Royals (0-3) vs. Webber International (FL) Warriors (2-1)

Venue & Logistics

• Stadium: Warrior Turf Field, Babson Park, Florida.
• Kickoff Time: 1:30 PM EDT.
• Capacity: ~2,500.
• Event: Lake Caloosa Clash — the annual rivalry game between two Polk County neighbors separated by less than 2 miles.

Weather Forecast (Babson Park, FL)

• Conditions: Hot and humid with scattered clouds.
• Temperature at kickoff: ~31°C (88°F).
• Winds: 10–14 km/h from the east.
• Chance of rain: 30% (typical Florida afternoon showers).
• Impact: Heat and humidity could test depth; brief showers may affect footing and ball security.

Injury Report

• Warner Royals (0–3):
  • QB1 healthy but has struggled with turnovers (5 INTs in 3 games).
  • RB1 questionable with a hamstring strain.
  • Defense missing one starting linebacker (out for season).
• Webber International Warriors (2–1):
• QB1 healthy, averaging 210 passing yards/game.
• WR1 probable after minor ankle tweak.
• DL rotation intact, no major injuries reported.

Key Player Matchups

• Warner QB vs. Webber Secondary:
  Warner’s QB has been turnover‑prone, while Webber’s defense has forced 4 INTs in 3 games.
• Webber RB Committee vs. Warner Front Seven:
  Webber averages 160 rushing yards/game. Warner has allowed 200+ rushing yards in 2 of 3 games.
• Warner WR1 vs. Webber CB1:
  Warner’s top wideout (averaging 65 yards/game) will be shadowed by Webber’s best cover corner.
• QB Efficiency:
  Webber’s QB has a 5:2 TD/INT ratio, while Warner’s QB has struggled. This could be the deciding factor.

Recent Team Form

• Warner Royals (0–3):
  • L vs. Stetson (59–13).
  • L vs. Georgetown (45–14).
  • L vs. Cumberlands (27–14).
  • Trend: Offense averaging just 13.6 PPG, defense allowing 43.6 PPG.
• Webber International Warriors (2–1):
• W vs. Stetson (31–21).
• L vs. Campbellsville (38–14).
• W vs. Fort Lauderdale (28–0).
• Trend: Balanced team, defense has pitched a shutout and offense averaging 24.3 PPG.

Series History

• All‑Time Head‑to‑Head: Webber leads the modern series.
• Recent Meetings:
  • 2024: Webber defeated Warner.
  • 2023: Webber won 28–14.
• Trend: Webber has won 3 straight in the rivalry.

Betting Trends

• Webber International Warriors:
  • 2–1 ATS this season.
  • 2 of last 3 games have gone under due to strong defense.
• Warner Royals:
• 0–3 ATS this season.
• 2 of 3 games have gone over due to defensive struggles.

Historical Betting Results

• 2024: Webber –10, won 31–17 → Cover, Under.
• 2023: Webber –7, won 28–14 → Cover, Under.
• 2022: Webber –14, won 35–21 → Cover, Over.

Game Odds

Warner (FL) Royals                                          51.5

Webber International (FL) Warriors         – 14

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, October 3, 2025