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Tigers Seek Road Win to End Losing Streak
17 Oct
Summary
- Dakota Wesleyan football aims to break a three-game losing streak.
- Tigers face Hastings' porous pass defense, allowing 307 yards per game.
- Hastings holds a 21-11 all-time series advantage over DWU.
Dakota Wesleyan University football will travel to face Hastings this Saturday, aiming to break a three-game losing streak within the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Last week, the Tigers managed 166 rushing yards but struggled with their passing game in a narrow home loss.
Opportunity may arise through the air against Hastings, as they possess the conference's worst pass defense, conceding 307 yards per game. DWU hopes for a more balanced offensive attack. The game is scheduled for 1 p.m. at Lloyd Wilson Field in Hastings, Nebraska. Both teams currently hold identical 3-3 overall records and 3-2 conference standings.
The Tigers' defense has been a strong point, with defensive back Trevor Sladky leading the nation in interceptions, and the team ranking second nationally with 13 interceptions. Reed Rus leads the GPAC in sacks and tackles for loss. On offense, quarterback Jed Jenson ranks high in pass attempts and touchdowns, though the team's completion percentage was low last week.
Hastings' offense is powered by running back Kaiden Merryman, who leads the GPAC in rushing yards per game. The Broncos have also been effective on fourth-down conversions, ranking in the top five nationally. They utilize a two-quarterback system with brothers Jarrett and Tucker Synek. The road team has won the last three matchups in this series, with DWU winning their last meeting in Hastings in 2024.
