CUTHBERT, Ga. – For the final time in the 2026 season, the Andrew College Football team will take the field Saturday, Oct. 31, as the Fighting Tigers welcome Faulkner University to Standifer Field in Blakely, Ga., for their regular-season finale.
The matchup will mark the second meeting between the two programs this season, with Andrew looking to avenge its 46-21 loss to the Eagles on Oct. 17 in Montgomery, Ala.
Coming off a tough loss against No. 16 Lindsey Wilson University, the Fighting Tigers will look to regroup, secure their first victory of the season and close out their inaugural campaign as members of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).
Saturday's matchup will also serve as Senior Day, with Andrew College Athletics recognizing its senior student-athletes as they prepare to take the field for the final time this season.
Previously on the Gridiron
In their last matchup against No. 16 Lindsey Wilson University on Saturday, Oct. 24, the Fighting Tigers were unable to find their rhythm offensively, falling to the Blue Raiders, 76-0, in their Homecoming matchup at Standifer Field.
Lindsey Wilson jumped out to an early advantage, scoring 34 unanswered points in the opening quarter before extending its lead to 55-0 at halftime.
Unfortunately, Andrew was unable to establish a consistent offensive rhythm against one of the nation's top-ranked programs. The Fighting Tigers were held to 110 yards of total offense, including 61 passing yards and 49 rushing yards.
Despite the loss, Andrew will have one final opportunity to end its season in the win column as the Fighting Tigers prepare for a rematch against a familiar foe.
Last Time Against Faulkner
The Fighting Tigers and Eagles previously met on Saturday, Oct. 17, in Montgomery, Ala., in what was one of Andrew's strongest offensive performances of the season.
Despite eventually falling to Faulkner, 46-21, the Fighting Tigers finished the contest with 257 yards of total offense, including 208 yards through the air.
Unfortunately, Andrew found itself in an early hole after Faulkner jumped out to a 28-0 lead in the opening quarter.
However, the Fighting Tigers were not deterred by the Eagles' fast start. Andrew responded with 14 points in the second quarter before adding another touchdown in the third, outscoring Faulkner 21-9 over the middle two quarters.
Quarterback
Nick Commisso helped lead Andrew's passing attack, while
Jerry Bolton provided a strong presence in the receiving game.
Despite the Fighting Tigers' offensive improvements, the Eagles maintained their advantage and eventually secured the 46-21 victory.
Andrew will look to carry over the offensive momentum from its first meeting with Faulkner while putting together a stronger defensive performance in Saturday's rematch.
The Opponent: The Eagles
The Eagles will present another tough challenge for Andrew as they enter Saturday's matchup with a 5-3 overall record and are coming off back-to-back victories.
In their most recent matchup against the University of Fort Lauderdale on Saturday, Oct. 24, Faulkner dominated from start to finish, securing a 55-6 victory in its Senior Day contest.
The win came just one week after the Eagles defeated Andrew, 46-21, during their Homecoming celebration in Montgomery.
Game Information
Saturday's game is set for 3 p.m. EDT at Standifer Field on the campus of Early County High School in Blakely, Ga.
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Located in Cuthbert, Georgia, Andrew College is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics. The Fighting Tigers sponsor 18 sports and compete in the Southern States Athletic Conference.
