D2-CFB Game Preview: Pace Setters (0-5) vs. New Haven Chargers (2-3)

0
56

Venue & Game Info

Stadium: Ralph F. DellaCamera Stadium (capacity ~5,000)

Location: West Haven, Connecticut

Kickoff Time: 1:00 PM ET (10:00 AM PT)

Broadcast: NE10 Now / NEC Front Row

Weather Forecast (West Haven, CT)

Conditions: Partly cloudy skies

Temperature: ~71°F at kickoff, cooling into the mid‑60s by evening

Wind: 6–8 mph

Impact: Comfortable fall football weather; minimal impact on passing/kicking

Injury Report

Pace Setters:

QB David Keogh – Probable (ankle soreness)

WR Elijah Richards – Questionable (hamstring)

New Haven Chargers:

QB Connor Degenhardt – Probable (shoulder soreness)

RB Christopher Ais – Probable (knee bruise)

Key Player Matchups

QB David Keogh (Pace) vs New Haven Secondary

Keogh has struggled with turnovers; New Haven’s defense thrives on interceptions.

RB Christopher Ais (New Haven) vs Pace Front Seven

Ais is the Chargers’ workhorse back, averaging over 90 yards per game.

QB Connor Degenhardt (New Haven) vs Pace Pass Rush

Degenhardt has been efficient in recent wins; Pace must pressure him to disrupt rhythm.

WR Elijah Richards (Pace) vs CB Khari Brown (New Haven)

Richards is Pace’s top target; Brown is New Haven’s best cover corner.

Recent Team Form

Pace Setters (0–5)

L 31–20 @ St. Anselm

L 27–19 vs Post University

L 30–6 @ Franklin Pierce

L 31–12 @ East Stroudsburg

L 34–10 vs St. Anselm (Week 1)

Offense: 13.4 PPG Defense: 28.6 PPG

New Haven Chargers (2–3)

W 44–18 @ Duquesne

W 35–28 vs Saginaw Valley State

L 24–17 @ UAlbany

L 48–14 @ Mercyhurst

L 31–14 @ Marist

Offense: 24.8 PPG Defense: 26.8 PPG

Series History

All‑time: New Haven leads the series comfortably

Recent:

2024: New Haven 41–14

2024: New Haven 47–17

Trend: New Haven has dominated the matchup, winning the last several meetings by multiple scores.

ATS (Against the Spread):

Pace: 0–5 ATS last 5

New Haven: 3–2 ATS last 5

Historical Betting Results:

New Haven has covered in 2 straight vs Pace

Pace has failed to cover in 5 straight overall

Projected Score: New Haven 38 – Pace 13

Game Odds

Pace Setters                       52

New Haven Chargers      – 21

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, October3, 2025

Previous articleMMA Match Preview: Pouya Rahmani (5‑0) vs. Slim Trabelsi Omar (5‑1)
Next articleMMA Match Preview: El Dafrawy vs. Florim Zendeli
NCAAFB Editor
Profile: A dedicated college football analyst with a deep understanding of the sport’s tactical complexity, recruiting landscape, and conference‑wide dynamics. This columnist provides comprehensive coverage of the NCAA football season, blending film study, statistical insight, and historical context to explain how programs evolve from Week 1 through bowl season and the College Football Playoff. Background: With extensive experience covering Division I football, the columnist has contributed to national sports outlets, digital platforms, and radio segments focused on coaching trends, roster construction, and player development. A background in sports journalism and analytics supports a disciplined approach to evaluating performance, interpreting data, and tracking long‑term program trajectories across all major conferences. Signature Coverage Areas: Game previews and tactical matchups Film‑based breakdowns of offensive and defensive systems Recruiting analysis, transfer‑portal movement, and roster‑building strategy Coaching philosophies, scheme evolution, and conference‑wide trends Historical context, rivalry features, and postseason analysis Style & Approach: The writing emphasizes clarity, accuracy, and accessibility — translating complex schemes, advanced metrics, and recruiting data into insights that resonate with both long‑time college football fans and new followers of the sport. Each column reflects a commitment to balanced reporting, thoughtful evaluation, and a deep appreciation for the tradition, passion, and unpredictability that define NCAA football.