NEW YORK (Interstat) — Two teams with identical records but contrasting recent fortunes will meet Saturday when Florida A&M faces Arkansas-Pine Bluff at Skidelsky Field at City Park Stadium.

Both the Rattlers (3-5) and Golden Lions (3-5) are looking to climb back to .500 in a late-season non-conference matchup.

Florida A&M is looking to rebound from a 41-16 home loss to Jackson State last Saturday. Quarterback RJ Johnson III threw for 132 yards and two touchdowns in the defeat, but the Rattlers’ offense was held in check.

Arkansas-Pine Bluff enters with momentum after a 40-21 victory over Southern. The Golden Lions’ offense was potent, with quarterback Christian Peters throwing for 231 yards and two touchdowns while adding 43 rushing yards and another score. Running back Jaylen Jennings complemented the attack with 99 rushing yards and a touchdown.

The Rattlers had won two straight before the Jackson State loss, while the Golden Lions snapped a three-game skid with their win.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, this contest projects to be a high-scoring affair, with Arkansas-Pine Bluff narrowly favored to win, 37-36.

Kickoff is set for Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025.