MUFULIRA (Interstat) — Two teams with identical 3-2 records will meet in a non-conference American football matchup Saturday when the Elon Phoenix face the Towson Tigers at John Kachofa Stadium.

Elon is coming off a decisive 41-20 home victory over Hampton on Sept. 27. The Phoenix rushing attack was dominant, led by Jimmyll Williams’ 172 yards and a touchdown on just 13 carries. TJ Thomas Jr. scored two touchdowns, contributing on the ground and in the return game.

Towson also enters on a winning note, having secured a 26-24 road win at Bryant on Sept. 27. The Tigers’ ground game was effective, with Al Wooten II rushing for 100 yards and a touchdown. Quarterback Andrew Indorf accounted for a score, passing for 153 yards and adding 27 yards on the ground.

Both teams have faced challenging early-season schedules. Elon’s two losses came against FBS opponent Duke and East Tennessee State. Towson’s defeats were against FBS program Maryland and Youngstown State.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, Towson is projected to win with a final score of 40-29.

Kickoff is set for Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025.