Venue & Game Details
Location: Coach Richard Wackar Stadium – Glassboro, New Jersey
Kickoff: 10:00 a.m. ET
Broadcast: YouTube (Rowan Athletics channel), live stats via RowanAthletics.com
Capacity: ~5,000
Weather Forecast (Glassboro, NJ – Kickoff)
Conditions: Mostly sunny, hot, and humid
Temperature: ~86°F (30°C) at kickoff, climbing toward 90°F by mid‑afternoon
Wind: SW at 6–10 mph
Precipitation: <10%
Impact: Heat could test depth and conditioning; hydration and rotation management will be key
Injury Report
Case Western Reserve
No major preseason injuries reported.
QB Drew Saxton graduated; new starter expected to be Colin MacIntyre after strong spring performance.
RB Antonio Orsini (team’s leading rusher in 2024) returns healthy.
WR Luke Driscoll (team leader in receptions) available.
Defense returns LB Joshua Smith and DB Gabe Colvin.
Rowan
No significant absences reported.
QB Mike Husni returns for his final season after leading the Profs to three straight wins to close 2024.
RB James Fara (All‑NJAC) healthy.
WR John Maldonado (deep threat and red‑zone target) available.
Defense anchored by LB A.J. Akins and DB Jalen Green.
Team Records & 2024 Recap
Case Western Reserve: 4‑6 overall, 4‑4 PAC; averaged 27.0 PPG, allowed 25.8 PPG.
Rowan: 6‑4 overall, 4‑2 NJAC; averaged 26.4 PPG, allowed 20.1 PPG.
Recent Form (Last 5 Games – 2024 Season)
Case Western Reserve
L vs. Carnegie Mellon 37‑30
L @ Grove City 30‑20
L vs. Washington & Jefferson 34‑21
L @ Westminster (PA) 17‑14
W vs. Thiel 52‑7
Rowan
W @ William Paterson 45‑0
W vs. Kean 42‑14
W vs. Montclair State 16‑10 (2OT)
L @ Salisbury 42‑35
L @ Christopher Newport 24‑7
Key Player Matchups
QB Colin MacIntyre (CWRU) vs. Rowan Secondary
First collegiate start against a veteran defensive backfield led by Green; must avoid early turnovers.
RB Antonio Orsini (CWRU) vs. Rowan Front Seven
Orsini’s inside running vs. Akins and a Profs defense that allowed just 3.1 yds/carry in 2024.
QB Mike Husni (ROW) vs. CWRU Pass Rush
Husni’s dual‑threat ability can stress the Spartans’ edge defenders; CWRU must contain him outside the pocket.
WR John Maldonado (ROW) vs. CWRU CB2
Maldonado’s size and contested‑catch skills could be a mismatch in the red zone.
Special Teams
Rowan’s reliable kicking game vs. CWRU’s return units — hidden yardage could swing momentum.
Series History
All-Time: First meeting between the programs.
Betting Trends
Case Western Reserve: Lost 4 straight to close 2024; OVER in 3 of last 5.
Rowan: Won 3 straight to end 2024; UNDER in 3 of last 4.
NJAC teams are 5‑3 vs. PAC opponents over the last three seasons.
Game Odds
Case Western Reserve Spartans 49
Rowan Profs – 6.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, September 5, 2025
