Bryant vs Brown Showdown Set for Friday Night Under the Smithfield Lights
Football Showdown at Beirne Stadium: Bryant Hosts Brown for Exciting Finale
Bryant Bulldogs Welcome Brown Bears to Beirne Stadium
The Bryant University football team is set to face off against the Brown Bears at Beirne Stadium this Friday evening, marking the conclusion of a thrilling three-game home series. The Bulldogs are eager to capitalize on home turf as they aim to strengthen their record against a formidable opponent.
Game Details and Series Insights
Opponent: Brown
Location: Beirne Stadium
Kickoff: 7:00 PM
Watch Live: FloCollege
Live Stats: Sidearm Stats
Brown holds a slight edge in the all-time series with a 6-3 lead, including a 4-1 record at Beirne Stadium. The previous season featured a nail-biting victory for Bryant, triumphing over the Bears 42-35 with a spectacular last-minute performance. This game highlighted Landon Ruggieri’s prowess with three touchdown receptions.
Key Players and Performance Highlights
- Michael Otty: Otty has been a standout performer all season, achieving a career-high of four tackles for loss last week. He leads the CAA with 11.5 tackles for loss, ranking second in the FCS.
- Jaden Keefner: Keefner enjoyed a remarkable day last Saturday, securing two rushing touchdowns and amassing 86 rushing yards.
- Zyheem Collick: Collick continues to impress with his ability to make big plays, accumulating 52 receiving yards, marking his fourth game with over 50 yards.
- Azarel Juste: Juste achieved a career-best with two pass breakups against the Black Bears, contributing to his total of four breakups in the last three games.
- Brandon Perkins: Perkins, leading with ten tackles last weekend, has been a forceful presence on the field. His 52 tackles this season rank him eighth in the conference.
Brown Bears: Players to Watch
Brown enters Friday’s contest with a promising 2-1 record after a successful victory against Rhode Island. Key players to watch include:
- James Murphy: Murphy has been instrumental for the Bears, throwing for two touchdowns last weekend and amassing 519 passing yards along with five touchdowns over three games.
- Matt Childs: Childs has proven to be a dynamic runner, leading with 155 yards and averaging 48.33 yards per game, with two touchdowns in the recent outing.
- Miles Brophy and John Purdue: Both players have made significant contributions with 26 and 24 tackles respectively, along with one interception each this season.
The Friday night matchup promises to be another thrilling encounter with the potential for nail-biting finishes and standout performances from both teams.
