Venue, Date & Time
Conference Context: Non-conference NAIA/independent clash — both programs seeking early-season momentum
Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025
Kickoff: 2:00 PM CDT
Venue: Quigley-Cox Stadium at Vernon “Woody” Reed Complex, Little Rock, Arkansas
Weather Forecast (Little Rock, AR – Game Day)
Conditions: Mostly sunny with a few scattered clouds
Temperature at Kickoff: ~88°F (31°C)
Wind: 6–9 mph from the south-southwest
Precipitation Chance: <10%
Impact on Play: Warm and humid; hydration and depth rotations could be factors in the second half.
Injury Report (as of latest available updates)
Texas College Steers
No major injuries reported after Week 1 vs. Louisiana Christian.
QB and RB rotations intact; OL depth being monitored after minor camp knocks.
Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes
No confirmed absences entering season opener.
Several returning starters on defense expected to play after limited reps in preseason scrimmages.
Recent Team Form
Texas College Steers
2024 Record: 1–9 overall (independent schedule)
Offense averaged 14.7 PPG; defense allowed 39.2 PPG.
Only win came against a non-conference opponent in Week 3.
Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes
2024 Record: 0–9 overall (independent schedule)
Offense averaged 11.3 PPG; defense allowed 42.5 PPG.
Seeking first win since 2022.
Series History
All-Time: Texas College leads 2–0 (modern era)
Last Meeting: Sept. 16, 2023 – Texas College 26, Arkansas Baptist 20 (Tyler, TX)
Notable: Both prior meetings were decided by 10 points or fewer, with late-game turnovers playing a role.
Betting Trends
Texas College is 2-0 SU vs. Arkansas Baptist since 2022.
The Under has hit in both prior meetings.
ABC is 0-9 SU in last 9 games overall.
Texas College is 1-4 SU in last 5 road games.
Suggested Wagering Model
Model Inputs:
Historical scoring averages in series (~39 total points/game).
Both teams’ offensive struggles in 2024.
Texas College’s slight edge in returning starters and QB experience.
Weather: Warm conditions may slow tempo in second half.
Game Odds
Texas College Steers – 6.5
Arkansas Baptist Buffaloes 47.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, September 5, 2025
