Venue & Logistics
Location: Bowditch Field, Framingham, Massachusetts (home of the Framingham State Rams)
Kickoff Time: 9:00 AM PT / 12:00 PM ET
Conference: Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference (MASCAC) – both teams are long-time rivals in the league
Weather Forecast (Framingham, MA)
Temperature: ~70°F (21°C) at kickoff
Conditions: Partly sunny with scattered clouds
Winds: 5–9 mph from the southwest
Precipitation: ~15% chance of light showers
Impact: Mild fall conditions, no major weather disruptions expected
Injury Report (as of latest updates)
Bridgewater State Bears: No major reported injuries; offensive line depth remains a watchpoint after a physical September slate.
Framingham State Rams: No confirmed long-term absences; defensive rotation expected after a tough non-conference schedule.
(Note: Division III programs often release limited injury details, so official confirmations may be sparse.)
Key Player Matchups
Quarterback Play:
Bridgewater State’s QB has been steady, leading a 29–16 win over Westfield State earlier this month.
Framingham State’s QB has been streaky, showing flashes in a 30–20 win over Worcester State but struggling in blowout losses.
Running Game:
Bridgewater State RB corps has been the offensive engine, averaging over 150 yards per game.
Framingham State’s ground game has been inconsistent, but capable of breaking big plays when the offensive line holds.
Defensive Edge:
Bridgewater State’s defense has been opportunistic, holding Mass Maritime to 0 in a 20–0 win late in 2024.
Framingham State’s defense has been vulnerable, conceding 76 to Western Connecticut in 2024 and 41 to Plymouth State.
Recent Team Form
Bridgewater State Bears (2025 season start)
W 29–16 vs. Westfield State (Sept 13, 2025)
Competitive but inconsistent in 2024, finishing strong with three straight wins.
Momentum: Entering 2025 with confidence after a solid start.
Framingham State Rams (2025 season start)
L 6–21 vs. Mass Maritime (Oct 26, 2024)
W 30–20 vs. Worcester State (Nov 16, 2024)
Struggles: Inconsistent offense, defense prone to breakdowns.
Series History
All-time head-to-head: Framingham State has historically had the upper hand in the MASCAC rivalry, but Bridgewater State has closed the gap in recent years.
2024: Bridgewater State 41 – 0 Framingham State
2023: Framingham State 28 – 14 Bridgewater State
Trend: The last two meetings have been lopsided, with each team winning one by a wide margin.
Betting Trends
Bridgewater State is 3–1 ATS (against the spread) in its last four games dating back to 2024.
Framingham State is 1–4 ATS in its last five games.
The Under has hit in 3 of Bridgewater State’s last 5 games.
Framingham State has failed to cover in 4 of its last 5 MASCAC matchups.
Historical Betting Results
2024: Bridgewater State (-6.5) covered easily in a 41–0 win (Total: Under 47.5)
2023: Framingham State (-3.5) covered in a 28–14 win (Total: Under 49.5)
Totals: Both prior matchups finished Under the posted totals
Game Odds
Bridgewater State Bears – 7.5
Framingham State Rams 46.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, September 26, 2025
