CCSU will face undefeated Dartmouth in the decisive non-conference final

The CCSU Blue Devils football team faces the undefeated Dartmouth Big Green this Saturday in their final non-conference game. CCSU enters the match with a record of 3-3, having recently picked up a 38-20 win over Mercyhurst. Dartmouth, which leads the Ivy League at 4-0, earned a thrilling overtime win over Yale. This game will be an important opportunity for CCSU to measure their progress against strong competition.

Through the numbers

• CCSU has scored 161 points (26.8 PPG) and allowed 167 points (27.8 PPG) this season.
• Dartmouth scored 125 points (31.2 PPG) and allowed 87 points (21.7 PPG).

Yes but

Despite similar performances against common opponents like Fordham and Yale, CCSU's narrow loss to Yale (23-22) contrasts with Dartmouth's narrow overtime win (44-43) and highlights the competitive gap they must close.

state of affairs

• CCSU is looking to break the .500 mark with a win and improve to 4-3 overall.
• A win would provide momentum as they move into conference play for the remainder of the season.

What's next?

If CCSU defeats Dartmouth, they will not only improve their ranking but also gain confidence heading into the five crucial conference games that follow.

Conclusion

CCSU's game against Dartmouth is a crucial test of their competitiveness and could serve as a defining moment for their program and set the tone for the rest of the season.