The NSU University Sharks will take on the Florida Christian Patriots at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
While NSU University's victory against American Heritage wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Sharks had just enough and edged out the Stallions 23-21. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Sharks have posted since October 8, 2024.
Carlos Avila-Lopez
| 10/24/25 vs American Heritage | 129 |
| 10/16/25 vs Ransom Everglades | 40 |
| 10/10/25 @ St. Brendan | 30 |
| 10/03/25 @ Oxbridge Academy | 20 |
| 09/25/25 @ Somerset Academy (Silver Palms) | 82 |
| + 13 more games |
A big part of NSU University's victory came down to the chemistry between Jayden Miller and his top target Carlos Avila-Lopez. Miller rushed for 34 yards and two TDs while Avila-Lopez picked up 129 receiving yards. That's the most receiving yards Avila-Lopez has posted since back in August of 2024.
Meanwhile, Florida Christian had already won six in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 29.7 points) and they went ahead and made it seven on Thursday. They walked away with a 21-13 win over the Hi-Tides.
NSU University better keep an eye on Evan Flowers. He was instrumental in Florida Christian's win, rushing for 111 yards and one score on only 12 carries, while also picking up 35 receiving yards. Timothy Chennis helped out on the ground, rushing for 96 yards.
Florida Christian's record is now 8-1-1. As for NSU University, the victory was their first at home , bumping their record up to 6-4.
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