NAIA-CFB Game Preview: Lindsey Wilson Blue Raiders (3-0) vs. Reinhardt Eagles (1-2)

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Venue & Logistics

  • Venue: Ken White Field at University Stadium, Waleska, Georgia
  • Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
  • Kickoff Time: 2:00 PM EDT
  • Broadcast: Southeast Sports Network (SESN) live stream

Weather Forecast (Waleska, GA)

  • Conditions: Partly sunny with scattered clouds
  • Temperature: 27°C (81°F) at kickoff, cooling to 23°C (74°F) by the fourth quarter
  • Winds: 11 km/h from the southwest
  • Precipitation: 20% chance of isolated showers
  • Impact: Excellent football weather; minimal disruption expected

Injury Report

  • Lindsey Wilson Blue Raiders:
    • QB1 (shoulder soreness) – Probable
    • RB2 (ankle) – Questionable
    • LB1 (hamstring) – Out
  • Reinhardt Eagles:
  • QB1 (wrist) – Probable
  • WR2 (groin) – Game-time decision
  • DB1 (concussion protocol) – Out

Key Player Matchups

  • QB Battle: Lindsey Wilson’s veteran QB vs. Reinhardt’s dual-threat signal-caller – both capable of explosive plays.
  • RB Committee (LWC) vs. Reinhardt Front Seven – Lindsey Wilson’s ground game averages over 180 yards per game; Reinhardt must plug gaps.
  • WR1 (Reinhardt) vs. Lindsey Wilson Secondary – With WR2 questionable, WR1 will be the focal point; Blue Raiders’ corners must contain him.
  • Special Teams: Both squads have reliable kickers; field position could be decisive in a close contest.

Recent Team Form (2025 Season to Date)

  • Lindsey Wilson Blue Raiders (2-0):
    • W vs. #10 Texas Wesleyan 45-10 (Aug. 28)
    • W at Ave Maria 37-3 (Sep. 6)
    • Balanced attack; defense allowing just 6.5 points per game.
  • Reinhardt Eagles (1-0):
  • W vs. Cumberland (Tenn.) 28-14 (Sep. 6)
  • Strong defensive showing; offense efficient in red zone.

Series History

  • All-Time Meetings: Lindsey Wilson leads 2-1
  • Last 3 Meetings: Lindsey Wilson 2-1
  • Most Recent: Lindsey Wilson 35, Reinhardt 21 (2024)

Betting Trends

  • Lindsey Wilson is 8-2 ATS in last 10 NAIA games.
  • Reinhardt is 6-1 ATS in last 7 home games.
  • The Under has hit in 4 of Lindsey Wilson’s last 6 games.
  • Lindsey Wilson is 4-1 straight up in last 5 vs. Reinhardt.

Historical Betting Results

  • 2024: Lindsey Wilson -7.5, won 35-21 → Cover, Over
  • 2023: Reinhardt -3.5, lost 24-28 → No Cover, Over
  • 2022: Lindsey Wilson -6.5, won 31-17 → Cover, Under

Game Odds

Lindsey Wilson Blue Raiders       – 6.5

Reinhardt Eagles                              52

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, September 19, 2025

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