Tiffin University, ranked 27th in the AFCA national poll, will face No. 8 ranked Lenoir-Rhyne on Sept. 14 in Hickory, North Carolina. This matchup will be the first time the two teams have met. Tiffin’s defense was dominant in the season opener, defeating Wayne State 31-17 with notable stats including six sacks and five turnovers. Lenoir-Rhyne, on the other hand, looks to continue its strong play after earning a 32-19 victory over Bowie State, showcasing a strong offense and impressive running attack.
In numbers
- Against Wayne State, Tiffin recorded six sacks and five turnovers, including three interceptions.
- Lenoir-Rhynes running back Zayvion Turner-Knox ran for 204 yards and three touchdowns in the season opener.
Current status
- Tiffin is coming off a win in which quarterback Alex Johnson threw for 229 yards and four touchdowns.
- Lenoir-Rhyne continues to build on last season’s success by bringing back key players, including QB Jalen Ferguson and WR DeAree Rogers.
What’s next
Tiffin will need to improve his efficiency in the red zone and limit turnovers to have a chance against Lenoir-Rhyne. The Dragons will rely on their defensive effort to disrupt the Bears’ offense, and the outcome could significantly change both teams’ rankings in the poll.
Conclusion
The clash offers Tiffin a crucial opportunity to challenge a top-ranked opponent. Success will depend on their ability to maintain defensive pressure and capitalize on it offensively. Tiffin is aware of their previous ball-loss issues and will need to execute their game plan flawlessly to pull off an upset.
