Venue & Game Details
- Kickoff: 10:00 AM ET
- Venue: Cutler Field, Olivet, Michigan
- Broadcast: Live stats & streaming via ESPN Gamecast and Olivet Athletics
Weather Forecast (Olivet, MI)
- Kickoff Temp: ~66°F (19°C)
- Conditions: Mostly sunny, light northwest wind (5–7 mph)
- Impact: Ideal early-season football weather — minimal effect on passing or kicking.
Injury Report
(As of latest available updates — monitor for gameday changes)
- Madonna: No confirmed absences among starters; OL depth being monitored after minor camp knocks.
- Olivet: No major injuries reported; expected to field full-strength lineup.
Recent Form
Madonna Crusaders:
- L 38-20 @ Adrian (Sep 14, 2024)
- L 89-0 @ Quincy (Sep 9, 2023)
- (2024 season: winless, allowing 40+ points in 10 of 11 games)
Olivet Comets:
- L 48-12 vs. Hope (Nov 16, 2024)
- L 49-14 @ Albion (Nov 9, 2024)
- W 21-13 vs. Calvin (Nov 2, 2024)
- L 67-14 @ Alma (Oct 26, 2024)
- L 35-28 @ Trine (Oct 19, 2024)
Series History
- All-Time: First recorded meeting between the programs.
- Trend: No head-to-head data; both teams seeking first win of 2025.
Key Player Matchups
- QB Play:
- Madonna: Still developing offensive rhythm; QB efficiency will be key to sustaining drives.
- Olivet: More experienced under center; capable of stretching the field vertically.
- Skill Positions:
- Madonna RB unit vs. Olivet front seven — Crusaders need to establish the run to protect their defense.
- Olivet WR corps vs. Madonna secondary — Comets’ speed on the outside could create mismatches.
- Defensive Edge:
- Olivet’s pass rush vs. Madonna’s O-line depth — could be decisive in third-down situations.
Betting Trends
- Madonna has lost 22 straight games dating back to 2023.
- Olivet is 3-2 ATS in last 5 home games.
- The Over has hit in 3 of Olivet’s last 4 home games.
- Madonna allowed 40+ points in 10 of 11 games last season.
Game Odds
Madonna (MI) Crusaders 44.5
Olivet (MI) Comets – 6.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, September 12, 2025
