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Missouri Western State University Athletics Set for Big Test Against No. 12 Pittsburg State

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Pittsburg State boasts the top scoring defense in the MIAA, allowing just 19.4 points per game, as well as 15 quarterback sacks (3rd MIAA), nine interceptions (2nd MIAA), and the top third down defense in the MIAA, holding opponents to a 30.9% success rate (21st nation). Missouri Western's Griffin Football team is back home for a big test against No. 12 Pittsburg State, looking to break a 35-14 all-time series record against the Gorillas.

Key Takeaways:

  • Missouri Western's Griffon Football team is back home for a big test against No. 12 Pittsburg State, looking to break a 35-14 all-time series record against the Gorillas.
  • The Griffons are currently ranked No. 1 in the MIAA and No. 17 in the nation in rush defense, allowing opponents an average of 92.5 rush yards per game and 3.18 yards per carry (1st MIAA).
  • Quarterback Kane Donovan has taken command of the MoWest offense in 2025, ranking No. 2 in the MIAA in completions (137), No. 5 in passing yards (1325), No. 3 in passing touchdowns (8), No. 4 in passing yards per game (220.8), No. 4 in completion percentage (59.8%), and No. 6 in total offense (1334).
  • The Griffons have found steady success in the red zone, scoring on 16-of-19 trips (84.2%) and ranking No. 2 in the MIAA in red zone success rate.
  • Pittsburg State, on the other hand, has bounced back from an 0-2 start, rattling off five straight wins, including a 34-10 takedown of Washburn in Pittsburg, Kansas on Homecoming this past Saturday.
  • The Gorillas boast the top scoring defense in the MIAA, allowing just 19.4 points per game, as well as 15 quarterback sacks (3rd MIAA), nine interceptions (2nd MIAA), and the top third down defense in the MIAA, holding opponents to a 30.9% success rate (21st nation).

Statistics:

  • Missouri Western's Griffon Football team is currently ranked No. 1 in the MIAA and No. 17 in the nation in rush defense, allowing opponents an average of 92.5 rush yards per game and 3.18 yards per carry (1st MIAA).
  • Quarterback Kane Donovan has completed 137 passes for 1325 yards, with 8 touchdowns and 4 interceptions, ranking No. 2 in the MIAA in completions and No. 5 in passing yards.
  • The Griffons have scored on 16-of-19 trips to the red zone, ranking No. 2 in the MIAA in red zone success rate.
  • Pittsburg State's defense has allowed just 19.4 points per game, ranking No. 1 in the MIAA.
  • The Gorillas have recorded 15 quarterback sacks (3rd MIAA), 9 interceptions (2nd MIAA), and hold opponents to a 30.9% success rate on third downs (21st nation).

Sources:

  • Missouri Western State University Athletics
  • MIAA (Missouri Athletic Conference)
  • [The Griffon Sports Network] (Varsity Network App, GoGriffons.com/listen)

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