SPORTS

Western Carolina and The Citadel: A Clash of Styles

The Citadel, South Carolina, Charleston, USAThu Oct 23 2025

This Saturday, two college football teams with very different approaches will face off.

Matchup Details

  • Teams: Western Carolina vs. The Citadel
  • Kickoff: 2 p.m.
  • Where to Watch: ESPN+

Western Carolina: The Passing Powerhouse

  • Record: 3-0, leading their conference
  • Quarterback: Taron Dickens
  • Preseason Offensive Player of the Year
  • Last 4 Games:
  • 1,600+ passing yards
  • 17 touchdowns
  • 0 interceptions
  • Record-Breaking: 46 straight completions against Wofford

The Citadel: The Ground Attack

  • Last Game: 300+ rushing yards against Valdosta State
  • Running Back: Sebastien Boyle
  • Highlight-Reel: 72-yard touchdown run
  • Quarterbacks: Cobey Thompkins & Quentin Hayes
  • Combined Rushing: 500+ yards this season

Defensive Standouts

  • The Citadel:
  • Linebacker: Mikey Rosa
  • Defensive Back: Cale Williams
  • Western Carolina:
  • Defensive Back: Ken Moore
  • 3 interceptions this season

Series History

  • Last Meeting: Western Carolina won 30-16
  • Overall Series: The Citadel leads 27-21-1
  • Current Odds: Western Carolina favored by 14.5 points

questions

    Are there any connections between the coaching staffs of both teams that could influence the game's result?
    How significant is the home-field advantage for The Citadel in this matchup?
    What impact will the absence of Western Carolina's starting quarterback Cole Gonzales have on their offensive performance?

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