Venue & Timing
Location: Sea Gull Stadium, Salisbury University, Salisbury, MD
Kickoff: 3:00 PM ET
Broadcast: ESPN+ / Local streaming
Weather Forecast
Conditions: Partly cloudy, 52°F, winds 10 mph
Impact: Mild fall weather, slight wind may affect long passing and kicking, but overall favorable for both teams.
Injury Report
Castleton Spartans:
QB rotation unsettled, starter questionable with shoulder soreness.
RB depth thin after ankle injury to sophomore back.
Salisbury Sea Gulls:
WR rotation healthy, no major injuries reported.
Defensive line at full strength, key for run-stopping.
Key Player Matchups
Castleton QB vs. Salisbury Secondary
Castleton’s passing game has been inconsistent, averaging under 200 yards per game.
Salisbury’s secondary has forced multiple turnovers in recent weeks.
Salisbury RB Committee vs. Castleton Front Seven
Salisbury averages 250+ rushing yards per game, one of the top ground attacks in Division III.
Castleton’s defense has struggled, allowing over 30 points per game.
Special Teams Battle
Salisbury kicker reliable from 40+ yards, while Castleton has missed multiple field goals this season.
Team Recent Form
Castleton Spartans:
Last 5 games: 1–4, including losses to UNE (35–8) and Westfield State (16–12).
Offense averaging 17.2 PPG, defense allowing 31.4 PPG.
Salisbury Sea Gulls:
Last 5 games: 4–1, including wins over Montclair State (56–21) and Rowan (31–28).
Offense averaging 38.5 PPG, defense allowing 18.7 PPG.
Series History
Salisbury leads the all-time series 3–0.
Last meeting: Salisbury won 62–7 in 2025 against McDaniel before facing Castleton.
Castleton has never beaten Salisbury.
Betting Trends
Castleton: 2–7 ATS this season, struggling to cover large spreads.
Salisbury: 7–2 ATS, consistently beating expectations.
Totals: Castleton games trending Under (defense collapses but offense struggles).
Salisbury games trending Over (explosive offense).
Historical Betting Results
Salisbury has covered the spread in 4 of last 5 meetings with Castleton.
Average margin of victory: +24 points.
Projected Score: Salisbury 45 – Castleton 14
Summary: Salisbury enters as a powerhouse with playoff aspirations, while Castleton’s season has been marred by inconsistency. Expect Salisbury’s ground game to overwhelm Castleton’s defense, leading to a comfortable win. Betting models favor Salisbury -28.5 and Over 55.5, projecting a decisive Sea Gulls victory.
Game Odds
VTSU Castleton Spartans 56.5
Salisbury Sea Gulls – 28
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Thursday, November 13, 2025
