D3-CFB Game Preview: Benedictine (IL) Eagles (3-0) vs. Concordia-Wisconsin Falcons (2-1)

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Venue & Game Details

Matchup: Benedictine University (IL) Eagles vs. Concordia University Wisconsin Falcons

Conference: Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference (NACC), NCAA Division III

Kickoff Time: 1:00 PM CT (local time)

Venue: Tomasini Stadium, Mequon, Wisconsin (Capacity ~3,000, turf surface)

Broadcast: NACC Digital Network / ESPN Gamecast

Weather Forecast (Mequon, WI)

Temperature: ~69°F (21°C) at kickoff

Conditions: Partly cloudy, light winds (6–9 mph)

Precipitation: ~15% chance of rain

Impact: Mild conditions, no major weather disruptions expected

Injury Report (Projected)

(Note: D-III programs rarely release official injury reports; this is based on recent availability trends)

Benedictine (IL):

RB rotation intact, but OL depth thin after Week 2 ankle injury (questionable).

Secondary has been tested—starting CB nursing a hamstring issue.

Concordia Wisconsin:

QB situation stable, but WR1 missed last game with a minor groin injury (day-to-day).

Defensive line fully healthy, which is key against Benedictine’s run game.

Key Player Matchups

Benedictine QB vs. CUW Secondary
Benedictine’s offense has been efficient, averaging over 30 PPG in early 2025. CUW’s secondary has been inconsistent, giving up chunk plays.

CUW RB Committee vs. Benedictine Front Seven
CUW relies on a balanced ground attack. If Benedictine’s linebackers can contain early downs, CUW may be forced into passing situations.

Special Teams
Both teams have had shaky kicking units in recent years—field position could swing momentum.

Recent Team Form

Benedictine (IL) 2025 Season so far:

2–1 overall (0–0 NACC)

Results:

W vs Buena Vista (35–0)

W vs Loras (20–13)

L @ Aurora (36–35)

Strength: Balanced offense, opportunistic defense

Weakness: Close-game execution

Concordia Wisconsin 2025 Season so far:

2–1 overall (0–0 NACC)

Results:

W vs Thiel (33–8)

W vs Calvin (34–7)

L @ Wisconsin Lutheran (27–20)

Strength: Strong defensive front, efficient rushing attack

Weakness: Passing game inconsistency

Conference vs. Conference

Both teams are NACC rivals, making this a conference opener for each.

Benedictine has been a consistent contender, while CUW has been a tough home opponent historically.

Series History

All-time series: Benedictine leads 12–7

Recent meetings:

2024: Benedictine 33, CUW 12

2023: Benedictine 28, CUW 21

2022: CUW 35, Benedictine 28

Trend: Benedictine has won 2 straight, but CUW is always dangerous at home.

Betting Trends:

Benedictine is 4-1 ATS in last 5 vs CUW.

CUW is 5-2 ATS in last 7 home games.

The Over has hit in 6 of last 8 head-to-head matchups.

Historical Betting Results (Head-to-Head, Modeled)

2024: Benedictine -6.5 (covered, won 33–12)

2023: Benedictine -3 (covered, won 28–21)

2022: CUW +4.5 (covered, won 35–28)

2021: Benedictine -7 (did not cover, won 24–21)

Game Odds

Benedictine (IL) Eagles                  – 4

Concordia-Wisconsin Falcons     54

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, September 26, 2025

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