INDIANAPOLIS - Coming off a bye week, the No. 19 Marian football team is recharged and ready for their next opponent, as the Knights welcome No. 5 Indiana Wesleyan to campus for a top-20 NAIA showdown. The Knights and Wildcats kick off Saturday's game exclusively on the ISC Sports Network at 1:05 p.m.

THE GAME
Marian enters the week 2-1 and is fresh off their bye, while Indiana Wesleyan is 3-1 overall, coming into the game off a narrow 28-27 victory against Olivet Nazarene. This is the Wildcat's second road contest of the season, while Marian is playing their third home game of 2025. This will be Indiana Wesleyan's second road game of the season, and its fourth MSFA-crossover game. For Marian, this is their third crossover game of the year.

The Knights have been on the wrong end of the series of late against Indiana Wesleyan, as Marian has lost four consecutive games, including last year's 77-21 defeat. Indiana Wesleyan set a record for yards gained and points scored by an opponent against Marian in last year's meeting. The Knights aim to break their losing skid in the series and ascend in the NAIA rankings, as they aim to carry off of efforts against Defiance. 

Marian is among the NAIA's best in sacks, ranking second in the nation in sacks with 18. The Knights were tied for the NAIA lead prior to their bye week, with Friends (Kan.) taking the mantle while Marian was idle. Both the Knights and Wildcats are among the top-15 in the NAIA in points scored per game, and are both top-25 in rushing yards per game. 

MILESTONE TRACKER
Jake Reichard aims to be the 10th pass-catcher in program history to record his 100th catch this Saturday, needing seven receptions to join the program's elite members. Reichard is currently 12th all-time in receptions, 12th all-time in touchdowns, and ninth all-time in receiving yards. The senior receiver has an opportunity to secure a top-10 ranking in program history for each category this Saturday. 

RECORD SETTER
Deon Pettiford became Marian's all-time leader in career tackles for loss last time out, recording his 39th career TFL in the win against Defiance. Pettiford passed Ryan Hartnett for the all-time record, and has a chance for more history this season, as he is fourth all-time in career sacks. The senior needs 1.5 sacks to tie Dillon Dittemore for No. 3 all-time at Marian University. 

WATCH AND FOLLOW ALONG
Those fans unable to attend Saturday's game can watch live on the ISC Sports Network, as Scott McCauley and Zach Graves have the call. All home games are televised with six camera angles, and single-game live stream passes cost $9.99. Fans can also purchase a season pass of Marian football at a discounted price on a per-game basis, running at $24.99. Passes for this weekend's game can be purchased now, while the season pass is live. All home games of the 2025 season can be viewed with the season pass purchase. Live statistics will be available at marianstats.com, and updates of the game will be posted on the Marian Knights and Marian Football Instagram and X pages. Fans can follow at @MUKnights and @MarianUFootball.

TICKETS
Tickets for Saturday's home-opening game are on sale now, with general admission ticket pricing starting at $10. Be sure to get your ticket ahead of the game to avoid lines entering the stadium. 

TAILGATING
Tailgate spots are filling fast for this weekend. Be sure to grab your spot! For any questions, reach out to Nick Torres on the Marian advancement team. Cash parking is available for $10. 

POSTGAME ATHLETIC EVENTS
Following the game, Marian's women's volleyball and women's soccer programs take action against Goshen College! The volleyball match is the first home match in two weeks, and begins at 5:00 p.m. in the PE Center. The women's soccer team will also play Goshen, and it is the Knights' senior night. Senior festivities begin at 6:40 p.m., with the match to follow at 7:00 p.m.

Kickoff for this Saturday's game against Indiana Wesleyan is set for 1:05 p.m.

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