Saturday, September 26
Morehead, KY
1:00 p.m.
Davidson College
at
Morehead State
Davidson Opens PFL Play At Morehead State Saturday
9/24/2015 8:59:00 AM | Football
DAVIDSON, N.C. -- Coming off a bye week, Davidson will open conference play Saturday with a 1 p.m. kick-off at Morehead State.
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THE GAME
• Coming off a bye week, Davidson will open conference play Saturday with a 1 p.m. kick-off at Morehead State.
• Saturday's game will mark the 17th meeting between the two teams and Morehead States leads the all-time series that dates back to 2000, 10-6. The Eagles have won the last three contests against Davidson.
• Davidson is 28-57 (.300) all-time in the PFL and is 7-7 (.500) in PFL openers.
• Despite a hot start from the Wildcats, Morehead State rallied for a 40-32 victory in the PFL opener for both teams last season at Richardson Stadium. Davidson took an early 18-7 lead in the second quarter but the Eagles scored back-to-back touchdowns and a field goal to eventually clinch the win in the second half.
• The last Pioneer Football League win for the Wildcats came at Valparaiso on Nov. 10, 2012 where Davidson took a 28-27 overtime victory.
• This week's honorary captain is former Marshall University assistant coach Jared Smith. Smith was on the Herd staff during Nichols' three-year tenure at Marshall as Special Units Coordinator and running backs coach.
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QUICK SLANTS
• Davidson is coming off a 35-21 loss to Catawba during week two, before opening the season with a 69-0 setback at The Citadel.
• Defensively, Davidson had several Wildcats match or set career highs in the loss versus Catawba. DB Myles Atkins matched his career-high 10 tackles. DB Ryan Felice also tallied 10 tackles, while LB James Gessner charted nine for personal bests. DB Ben Rowell picked up his first-career sack, while DB William Curran intercepted his first-career pass.
• Last season, the Wildcats finished the year 1-11 as they picked up their first win in 12 contests with a 56-0 victory of College of Faith to open the season.
• This season, the Wildcats return 50 letterwinners, including 16 starters. Wide receiver William Morris and defensive lineman Chris Woods, who are both senior captains, are Davidson's top returnees.
• Davidson welcomes another large freshmen class this season, adding 34 to the 2015 roster. Last year, the Wildcats welcomed their largest class of 36 since the 2009 season.
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THE SERIES
Overall Record: Morehead State leads 10-6
Games at Morehead State: Morehead State leads 7-2
Games at Davidson: Davidson leads 4-3
Last Five Games in Series: Morehead State leads 3-2
Last Wildcat Win vs. Morehead State: 11/12/11 (28-24)
Current Streak: L3
Last Meeting: vs. MSU 40, DC 32 (9/20/14)
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HONORARY CAPTAIN – JARED SMITH
Former Marshall University assistant coach Jared Smith has been selected as Davidson's honorary captain for Morehead State. Smith was on the Thundering Herd staff during Nichols' three-year tenure at Marshall as Special Units Coordinator and running backs coach. Prior to his time at Marshall, Smith spent a year as Ohio States quality control coach (2004), before a three-year stint at Minnesota working with guards and centers. A four-year starter at center, Smith graduated from Kansas in 1996. Smith currently resides in Ypsilanti, Mich.
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LAST TIME OUT
Despite a 121-yard, two-touchdown performance from RB Jeffrey Keil, Davidson fell to Catawba, 35-21, in its home opener Saturday at Richardson Stadium. RB Cary Littlejohn led the Indians with 192 yards rushing and on touchdown on 27 carries. In addition to Keil's impressive effort, WR William Morris led the 'Cats in receiving with 76 yards and one touchdown. Overall, Catawba outgained Davidson, 490-362, in total yards, including 322-197 in rushing.
COACH TO CURE MD
The Davidson coaching staff will participate in the Coach to Cure MD campaign Saturday to raise awareness and money to fund research for the most common fatal childhood genetic disorder, Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a progressive muscular disorder that causes loss of muscle function and dependence. One in approximately every 3,500 children are affected, and life expectancy for those individuals is only in the 20s. Fans can make a $5 donation by texting the word "CURE" to 90999. Donations of any dollar amount can also be made on-line at CoachtoCureMD.org. Individuals wanting to support the cause are encouraged to spread the word on social media and use the hashtag #TackleDuchenne on Twitter. Click here to donate online.Â
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ATKINS STEPS UP VS. CATAWBA
Senior DB Myles Atkins led the Davidson defense with an impressive performance against Catawba. The Marietta, Ga., native matched his career-high 10 tackles for the fourth time in the 'Cats home opener. In addition to the game-high 10 tackles, Atkins picked up his third-career interception and 0.5 tackles for a loss.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Fans can connect directly with the Davidson Football staff on Facebook (www.facebook.com/DavidsonFootball), Twitter (@DCFootball_Cats) and Instagram (@DCFootball_Cats). Head coach Paul Nichols is on Twitter and can be found at @coach_nichols.
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LIVE VIDEO AND AUDIO
Davidson will provide live video and audio streams on its website, DavidsonWildcats.com, for all six home games this season. All 12 games can be heard online at DavidsonWildcats.com. Fans can hear the Davidson Radio Network on their mobile device by visiting DavidsonWildcats.com or by downloading the TuneIn Radio App.
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DAVIDSON FOOTBALL COACH'S SHOW
Play-by-play man Mark Plemmons is hosting the Davidson Football Coach's Show every Monday. Plemmons will discuss with Coach Nichols the week that was and the week ahead to give fans an inside scoop on the Wildcats. Click here to watch week four.
Individual game and season tickets can be purchased online at DavidsonWildcats.com or over the phone and in person.
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For the latest on Davidson football, be sure to follow the team on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
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| WEEK FOUR - DAVIDSON AT MOREHEAD STATE |
| Date | Saturday, Sept. 26, 2015 |
| Kickoff | 1:00 PM |
| Location | Morehead, Ky. |
| Stadium | Jayne Stadium |
| Capacity | 10,000 |
| Game Notes | Davidson | PFL | Morehead State |
| #HashTag | #ALLIN15 |
| Live Stats | DavidsonWildcats.com |
| Live Stream  | DavidsonWildcats.com |
| Live Audio | DavidsonWildcats.com (WHIP 1350 AM, MI-Connection CH4) |
| Coach's Show | Week 4 |
| Social Media | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook |
THE GAME
• Coming off a bye week, Davidson will open conference play Saturday with a 1 p.m. kick-off at Morehead State.
• Saturday's game will mark the 17th meeting between the two teams and Morehead States leads the all-time series that dates back to 2000, 10-6. The Eagles have won the last three contests against Davidson.
• Davidson is 28-57 (.300) all-time in the PFL and is 7-7 (.500) in PFL openers.
• Despite a hot start from the Wildcats, Morehead State rallied for a 40-32 victory in the PFL opener for both teams last season at Richardson Stadium. Davidson took an early 18-7 lead in the second quarter but the Eagles scored back-to-back touchdowns and a field goal to eventually clinch the win in the second half.
• The last Pioneer Football League win for the Wildcats came at Valparaiso on Nov. 10, 2012 where Davidson took a 28-27 overtime victory.
• This week's honorary captain is former Marshall University assistant coach Jared Smith. Smith was on the Herd staff during Nichols' three-year tenure at Marshall as Special Units Coordinator and running backs coach.
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QUICK SLANTS
• Davidson is coming off a 35-21 loss to Catawba during week two, before opening the season with a 69-0 setback at The Citadel.
• Defensively, Davidson had several Wildcats match or set career highs in the loss versus Catawba. DB Myles Atkins matched his career-high 10 tackles. DB Ryan Felice also tallied 10 tackles, while LB James Gessner charted nine for personal bests. DB Ben Rowell picked up his first-career sack, while DB William Curran intercepted his first-career pass.
• Last season, the Wildcats finished the year 1-11 as they picked up their first win in 12 contests with a 56-0 victory of College of Faith to open the season.
• This season, the Wildcats return 50 letterwinners, including 16 starters. Wide receiver William Morris and defensive lineman Chris Woods, who are both senior captains, are Davidson's top returnees.
• Davidson welcomes another large freshmen class this season, adding 34 to the 2015 roster. Last year, the Wildcats welcomed their largest class of 36 since the 2009 season.
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THE SERIES
Overall Record: Morehead State leads 10-6
Games at Morehead State: Morehead State leads 7-2
Games at Davidson: Davidson leads 4-3
Last Five Games in Series: Morehead State leads 3-2
Last Wildcat Win vs. Morehead State: 11/12/11 (28-24)
Current Streak: L3
Last Meeting: vs. MSU 40, DC 32 (9/20/14)
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HONORARY CAPTAIN – JARED SMITH
Former Marshall University assistant coach Jared Smith has been selected as Davidson's honorary captain for Morehead State. Smith was on the Thundering Herd staff during Nichols' three-year tenure at Marshall as Special Units Coordinator and running backs coach. Prior to his time at Marshall, Smith spent a year as Ohio States quality control coach (2004), before a three-year stint at Minnesota working with guards and centers. A four-year starter at center, Smith graduated from Kansas in 1996. Smith currently resides in Ypsilanti, Mich.
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LAST TIME OUT
Despite a 121-yard, two-touchdown performance from RB Jeffrey Keil, Davidson fell to Catawba, 35-21, in its home opener Saturday at Richardson Stadium. RB Cary Littlejohn led the Indians with 192 yards rushing and on touchdown on 27 carries. In addition to Keil's impressive effort, WR William Morris led the 'Cats in receiving with 76 yards and one touchdown. Overall, Catawba outgained Davidson, 490-362, in total yards, including 322-197 in rushing.
COACH TO CURE MD
The Davidson coaching staff will participate in the Coach to Cure MD campaign Saturday to raise awareness and money to fund research for the most common fatal childhood genetic disorder, Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a progressive muscular disorder that causes loss of muscle function and dependence. One in approximately every 3,500 children are affected, and life expectancy for those individuals is only in the 20s. Fans can make a $5 donation by texting the word "CURE" to 90999. Donations of any dollar amount can also be made on-line at CoachtoCureMD.org. Individuals wanting to support the cause are encouraged to spread the word on social media and use the hashtag #TackleDuchenne on Twitter. Click here to donate online.Â
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ATKINS STEPS UP VS. CATAWBA
Senior DB Myles Atkins led the Davidson defense with an impressive performance against Catawba. The Marietta, Ga., native matched his career-high 10 tackles for the fourth time in the 'Cats home opener. In addition to the game-high 10 tackles, Atkins picked up his third-career interception and 0.5 tackles for a loss.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Fans can connect directly with the Davidson Football staff on Facebook (www.facebook.com/DavidsonFootball), Twitter (@DCFootball_Cats) and Instagram (@DCFootball_Cats). Head coach Paul Nichols is on Twitter and can be found at @coach_nichols.
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LIVE VIDEO AND AUDIO
Davidson will provide live video and audio streams on its website, DavidsonWildcats.com, for all six home games this season. All 12 games can be heard online at DavidsonWildcats.com. Fans can hear the Davidson Radio Network on their mobile device by visiting DavidsonWildcats.com or by downloading the TuneIn Radio App.
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DAVIDSON FOOTBALL COACH'S SHOW
Play-by-play man Mark Plemmons is hosting the Davidson Football Coach's Show every Monday. Plemmons will discuss with Coach Nichols the week that was and the week ahead to give fans an inside scoop on the Wildcats. Click here to watch week four.
Individual game and season tickets can be purchased online at DavidsonWildcats.com or over the phone and in person.
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For the latest on Davidson football, be sure to follow the team on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
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