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Ferris State Football Tops Roosevelt In GLIAC Opener, 55-13

Ferris State Football Tops Roosevelt In GLIAC Opener, 55-13

The Ferris State Bulldogs didn't give Roosevelt the warmest welcome to the GLIAC. They defeated the Lakers 55-13 in the conference opener for both teams.

Oct 5, 2024 by Matt Cannizzaro
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It took nearly the entire first quarter for the expectedly explosive Ferris State offense to get going against Roosevelt at Top Taggart Field in Big Rapids, Michigan, on Saturday, but the Bulldogs were able to find some momentum in front of the excited homecoming crowd and cruised to a 55-13 victory.

The matchup was the first in history between the two schools and kicked off this year’s conference play for both squads, too.

It was the 400th Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference game for Ferris State and the first for GLIAC newcomer Roosevelt, which also is new to the NCAA Division II level.

The Bulldogs opened the scoring late in the first quarter with a 65-yard touchdown pass from junior quarterback Trinidad Chambliss to junior running back Katzer Kannon, but the first half really belonged to the two defenses.

Roosevelt’s first touchdown in GLIAC play came with an end zone fumble recovery, while the Bulldogs ended the first half with a 49-yard interception return from junior defensive back Gyasi Mattison. 

Ferris State led 28-10 at halftime, and the Bulldogs’ offense took control the rest of the way, adding four touchdowns in the second half to get Ferris State to the 55-point mark for the third time in four games. 

In their four contests since being shut down by Pittsburg State in a quiet 19-3 opening-week loss, the Bulldogs have outscored their opponents 238-26, including a record-setting 84-7 win over American International on Sept. 28.

Chambliss led the offensive effort for Ferris State, just as he has done since the Bulldogs lost Carson Gulker to an injury in Week 2. 

Chambliss was 18 for 30 through the air for 224 yards and three touchdowns and added another 43 yards and a score on two rushing attempts. 

Kannon was Ferris State’s chart topper in receptions (four for 83 yards) and rushes (eight for 69 yards).

In all, Ferris State rolled up a balanced 448 total yards in the win – 236 through the air and 212 on the ground. It was the seventh consecutive homecoming victory for the Bulldogs.

Defensively, the Bulldogs intercepted Roosevelt quarterback Carson Budke three times and held the Lakers to 265 yards of total offense (186 passing and 79 rushing). 

Ferris State improves to 4-1 overall and 1-0 in GLIAC action, the first of seven consecutive conference games on the schedule. Over the last two seasons, the Bulldogs have been the runners-up to Grand Valley State for the GLIAC title.

GVSU opened its own conference schedule Saturday with a 24-7 win over Davenport, which has become the third-strongest team in the GLIAC behind Grand Valley State and Ferris State.

In their own conference debut, the Roosevelt Lakers definitely held their own against one of the nation’s strongest offenses, though the scoreboard may not have reflected the effort.

Despite not scoring an offensive touchdown Saturday, Roosevelt became the second team this season to score more than seven points against Ferris State. The performance included the end zone fumble recovery and a pair of field goals from junior kicker Mauricio Escudero.

Budke handled every snap for the Lakers on Saturday, going 21 for 35 for 186 yards. Freshman Cyrus Zuell was the leading rusher with 73 yards on 22 attempts, while sophomore Keonta Nixon grabbed five passes for 88 yards.

In the loss, Roosevelt had possession of the ball for 35:34, and Ferris State had control for 24:26.

The Lakers fall to 0-4 and 0-1 on the season and will look ahead to a Week 7 visit from Saginaw Valley State, the second of seven consecutive GLIAC games for Roosevelt. 

Up next for Ferris State will be a Week 7 trip to Wayne State, perhaps with one eye on the Bulldogs’ Oct. 26 battle with Grand Valley State. In recent years, the Ferris State/GVSU Anchor-Bone Classic has determined the conference champion.

If you missed any of the Ferris State-Roosevelt game Saturday, watch the highlights below, or scroll down to see how it all unfolded.

Final Stats From Ferris State-Roosevelt GLIAC Matchup

RooseveltStatisticsFerris State
16First Downs25
8
7
1		Passing
Rushing
Penalty		13
10
2
46% (6 of 13)Third-Down Efficiency64% (7 of 11)
0% (0 of 2)Fourth-Down Efficiency100% (2 of 2)
265Total Offense448
63
4.2		Total Offensive Plays
Average gain per play		61
7.3
186Net Yards Passing236
21-35
5.3
0-0
3		Completions-Attempts
Net yards per pass play
Sacked: Number-Yards
Had intercepted		19-32
7.4
0-0
0
79Net Yards Rushing212
28
2.8		Rushing Attempts
Average gain per rush		29
7.3
2-91PUNTS: Number-Yards2-77
45.5Average38.5
76Total Return Yards115
0-0
5-76
0-0		Punt Returns: Number-Yards
Kickoff Returns: Number-Yards
Interception Returns: Number-Yards		2-13
1-6
3-96
4-24PENALTIES: Number-Yards5-50
1 -0FUMBLES: Number-Lost2 -1
0-0SACKS: Number-Yards0-0
0-0INTERCEPTIONS: Number-Yards3-96
35:34:00TIME OF POSSESSION24:26:00
13Points55

Check Out The Final Ferris State Score In The Bulldogs' 55-13 Win Over Roosevelt

Key'Vell Cooper takes it in for Ferris State!

Game Over - Ferris State Defeats Roosevelt 55-13

Ferris State wins its seventh consecutive homecoming game and takes the GLIAC opener over Roosevelt, 55-13. 

Ferris State Capitalizes Again, Bulldogs Lead 55-13

The Bulldogs keep it on the ground for their red-zone drive, with freshman running back Key'Vell Cooper taking it in from a yard out. Middleton misses the extra point.

Ferris State leads 55-13 with two minutes remaining in the game.

Roosevelt Stopped By Ferris State Defense, Bulldogs Back In Red Zone

The fourth play of the ensuing Roosevelt drive ends with another Ferris State interception, this time by junior defensive back Jalen Jones at the Ferris State 43-yard line. He returns it 47 yards to the Roosevelt 10.

The Bulldogs take over with three minutes left in the game. 

Redshirt freshman quarterback Leeshaun Mumpfield steps in for Ferris State. 

Ferris State Cruising Toward Seventh Consecutive Homecoming Win

Watch the Bulldogs add to their lead against Roosevelt.

FSU Runs Down Clock, Adds Score Against Roosevelt

The Ferris State Bulldogs go 95 yards on 14 plays, eating more than seven minutes off the clock.

Junior receiver Darian Kruja runs right on the sweep and scores from 2 yards out to give the Bulldogs a 48-13 lead. Middleton kicks the extra point to make it 49-13.

There's 5:14 left on the game clock.

Ferris State Defense Stops Potential Roosevelt Scoring Drive

Roosevelt's Budke is intercepted by senior defensive back Jacarvis Alexandre at the Ferris State 5-yard line on a third-and-6 pass attempt.

The Bulldogs take over with just under 12 minutes left to play.

Third Quarter Ends In Ferris State-Roosevelt Game, Ferris State Leads 42-13

With less than a minute left in the third quarter, Budke connects with sophomore receiver Keonta Nixon for 32 yards and a Lakers first down at the Ferris State 34-yard line.

There's a defensive pass interference penalty that's declined and two unsportsmanlike penalties that offset each other.

The third quarter ends.

Ferris State leads 42-13 with 15 minutes left to play.

Watch Ferris State's Zak Ahern Rumble In Against Roosevelt

Ahern scores from 3 yards out to notch his second touchdown of the season.

Ferris State Football Tacks On Seven More Points Against Roosevelt, Bulldogs Lead 42-13

A defensive foul against Roosevelt on a Ferris State fourth-and-5 play gives the Bulldogs a free first down, and they take advantage. 

Two plays later, with both from the Wildcat formation, sophomore running back (and former quarterback) Zak Ahern rushes in from 3 yards out to give the Bulldogs a 41-13 lead. Middleton adds the extra point to make it 42-13.

Ahern carries twice on the drive for nine yards and the score.

There's 2:22 left in the third quarter. 

Roosevelt Adds Field Goal Against Ferris State, Bulldogs Lead 35-13

The Roosevelt offense still hasn't scored a touchdown in GLIAC play, but the Lakers are holding their own against a usually high-scoring Ferris State squad.

Maurice Escudero kicks his second field goal of the day for Roosevelt, this one for 30 yards, to close the gap to 35-13.

Roosevelt's lone touchdown was a fumble recovery in the end zone during the second quarter.

Bulldogs Find End Zone To Start Second Half Against Roosevelt

Chambliss to Underwood for the score.

Ferris State Adds To Lead On Opening Drive Of Third Quarter Against Roosevelt Football

A 14-yard touchdown pass from Chambliss to junior receiver Cam Underwood gives the Bulldogs a 34-10 lead over Roosevelt. 

After a long review by the officials, it is determined that the touchdown will stand.

Middleton adds the extra point to extend the Ferris State lead to 35-10.

There's 11:44 remaining in the third quarter.

Second Half Underway In Big Rapids, Michigan - Ferris State 28, Roosevelt 10

Ferris State has the ball to start the second half against Roosevelt.

First-Half Stats From Ferris State-Roosevelt Matchup

RooseveltStatsFerris State
10FIRST DOWNS8
4Passing6
5Rushing2
1Penalty0
50% (4 of 8)Third-Down Efficiency75% (3 of 4)
0% (0 of 2)Fourth-Down Efficiency0% (0 of 0)
39Total Plays21
125Total Yards210
3.2Avg Yards/Play10
93Net Yards Passing120
12-21Completions-Attempts9-13
4.4Net yards per pass play9.2
0-0Sacked: Number-Yards0-0
1Had intercepted0
32Net Yards Rushing90
18Rushing Attempts8
1.8Average gain per rush11.3
1-40PUNTS: Number-Yards1-39
40Average39
43Total Return Yards54
0-0Punt Returns: Number-Yards1--1
3-43Kickoff Returns: Number-Yards1-6
0-0Interception Returns: Number-Yards1-49
1-5PENALTIES: Number-Yards3-30
1-0FUMBLES: Number-Lost2-1
22:16Time Of Possession7:44


Ferris State 28, Roosevelt 10

Take A Look At Ferris State's Second-Quarter INT Against Roosevelt

Bulldogs to the house!

It's Halftime In Ferris State Vs. Roosevelt Football Game

The first half ends with Ferris State leading 28-10.

Ferris State Football Gets Its Own Defensive Touchdown Against Roosevelt, Bulldogs Lead 28-10

Roosevelt's Budke is intercepted by Ferris State junior defensive back Gyasi Mattison on a first-and-10 pass attempt. 

Mattison takes it back 49 yards for the score. Bulldogs lead 27-10.

Middleton adds the extra point to make it 28-10 with less than two minutes remaining in the half.

Ferris State Answers After Gifting Roosevelt A Touchdown

Chambliss connects with senior Emari O'Brien on a short screen play to get Ferris State on the board on more time. 

The 17-yard TD pass after the defensive score for Roosevelt puts the Bulldogs ahead 20-10. Middleton adds the extra point to make it 21-10.

Check Out The Roosevelt Fumble Recovery Against Ferris State

The Roosevelt Lakers get their first touchdown in GLIAC action, and its a defensive score against one of the country's top offenses.

Ferris State Penalties Lead To Doom For Bulldogs, Roosevelt Closes Deficit To 14-10

A terrific kick return into Roosevelt territory is negated by a pair of penalties, forcing Ferris State to start the drive on its own 5-yard line.

The first play is a short pass from Chambliss to James Gilbert, but the ball pops out and is ruled a fumble. 

Roosevelt recovers the ball in the end zone for a touchdown, bringing the score to 14-9. Escudero adds the extra point to bring the score to 14-10 with less than eight minutes remaining in the half.

Roosevelt Lakers Get On The Board Against Ferris State, FSU Leads 14-3

Roosevelt gets a 35-yard field goal from junior kicker Mauricio Escudero to close the deficit to 14-3.

There's eight minutes left in the second quarter. 

Ferris State Opens Second-Quarter Scoring Against Roosevelt

Chambliss gets it done on the ground, too, this time rumbling 43 yards up the middle to give the Bulldogs a 13-0 lead with just over 12 minutes left in the second quarter. Middleton adds the extra point to make it 14-0.

Chambliss is 5 for 8 through the air for 91 yards and a touchdown, and he has 43 of the Bulldogs' 54 rushing yards.

First Quarter Ends In Ferris State-Roosevelt Football Game, Bulldogs Lead 7-0

The first quarter has concluded. Ferris State leads 7-0.

Roosevelt has the ball to start the second quarter.

Touchdown, Ferris State!

Watch the 65-yard TD pass from Chambliss to Katzer.

Ferris State Scores First In Homecoming Game Against Roosevelt Football

The fast-paced Ferris State offense took some time to get going, but junior quarterback Trinidad Chambliss connects with junior running back Kannon Katzer for a deep strike and a 65-yard touchdown.

Junior kicker Mitchell Middleton adds the extra point to make it 7-0 with just over a minute remaining in the opening quarter. 

Fast Fact About Ferris State Football Vs. Roosevelt GLIAC Matchup

The Ferris State-Roosevelt game is the 400th GLIAC game for the Ferris State Bulldogs and the FIRST for GLIAC newcomer Roosevelt.

Ferris State Football Punts On Opening Drive Against Roosevelt

Last week, Ferris State scored 35 points in the opening quarter against American International.

With six minutes remaining in the first quarter this week against Roosevelt, the Bulldogs have only had the ball one time, and they were forced to punt after an eight-play drive. 

Junior quarterback Carson Gulker has been out since being injured in Week 2, so it has been a bit of QB by committee for the Bulldogs. Seven players have seen action overall, with Chambliss getting almost all of the snaps. Two others have made 10 or more attempts.

The score remains 0-0, with Roosevelt stepping on for its second drive.

Roosevelt Unsuccessful On Opening Drive Against Ferris State Defense

Roosevelt kicks off it's time in the GLIAC with a 11-play drive for 42 yards, taking more than five minutes off the clock, but the drives ends with an incomplete pass on fourth and 11 inside the Ferris State 45-yard line.

Bulldogs take over. 

Roosevelt senior quarterback Carson Budke is 5 of 9 for 33 yards, while the Ferris State defense smothered any rushing attempts.

Roosevelt Vs. Ferris State Football Underway

Ferris State wins the coin toss and defers to the second half.

The Bulldogs kick off to the Lakers to begin the first GLIAC game in Roosevelt history.

When Is The Roosevelt Vs. Ferris State Football Game?

The Roosevelt Lakers will take on the Ferris State Bulldogs at Top Taggart Field in Big Rapids, Michigan, on Saturday, Oct. 5 at 2 p.m. Eastern/1 p.m. Central.

How To Watch The Roosevelt Vs. Ferris State Football Game

Football action is streaming live on FloFootball and the FloSports app, including the Roosevelt vs. Ferris State football game during Week 6 of the 2024 college football season.

Replays and postgame highlights also will be available on both platforms. 

2024 Roosevelt vs Ferris State


Check Out The Ferris State Uniforms For This Week's Game Against Roosevelt

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GLIAC Standouts For Week 5 Of The 2024 College Football Season

GLIAC honors for Week 5 of the 2024 season went to Grand Valley State running back Khalil Eichelberger (Offensive POW), Saginaw Valley State defensive back Eli Gordon (Defensive POW) and Davenport punter Cal Doyle (Special Teams POW).

A trio of Ferris State players received honorable mention: Trinidad Chambliss (offense), Jerek Fields (defense) and Mitchell Middleton (special teams).

Read more: GLIAC Players Of The Week (Sept. 30)

Ferris State Has Long Football History

The Ferris State football program is in its 115th year, and the Bulldogs have reached the Division II postseason nine consecutive times, including national championships in 2021 and 2022. 

Over those nine seasons, they were 111-14, with five conference titles, too.

Can the momentum continue in 2024?

About Roosevelt Football

Roosevelt has been around since 2020 when the Chicago-area Robert Morris University and Roosevelt University merged. 

The football program originally belonged to Robert Morris and played as the Eagles. The team now is coming off back-to-back winning seasons. 

The Lakers were accepted into the NCAA Division II level in 2023 but played that academic season in the NAIA. The football program went 6-4 and 4-1 in conference play. 

Roosevelt was 7-3 in 2022, 8-8 in 2021 and 5-1 in 2020.

Only one quarterback has seen action for Roosevelt this season, and that’s senior Carson Budke, who has completed 57 of 99 passes for 787 yards and four touchdowns, including a 97-yarder, along with two interceptions. 

The team’s leading rusher is freshman running back Cyrus Zuell (51 attempts for 170 net yards and a touchdown, while sophomore wide receiver has been Budke’s top target, hauling in 15 passes for 359 yards and two scores. 

The leading tackler for Roosevelt is junior linebacker Jaylen Olokun with 25.

Roosevelt ranks sixth in the GLIAC in scoring (18.5 ppg) and yards per game (320).

How To Watch Roosevelt Football Games In 2024

Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and Roosevelt football home games will stream live on FloFootball and the FloSports app.

Game replays, highlights and breaking news will be posted on both platforms.

There Have Been A Lot Of Changes For The Roosevelt Football Program

Learn more about the Lakers and their move to the NCAA Division II level.

About Ferris State Football

Ferris State’s homecoming matchup with Roosevelt should allow the Bulldogs to ease back into conference play and steadily begin their quest to get back to the top of the GLIAC standings, a place held by Grand Valley State University over the past two seasons.

Since 2021, Ferris State has posted a 36-4 record, with three of those losses coming to GVSU. 

The Bulldogs enter the Roosevelt game this week at 3-1 on the season and ranked fifth in the latest American Football Coaches Association D2 Coaches Poll.

Six quarterbacks have taken the field this year for Ferris State, but only one has thrown more than 11 pass. Junior Trinidad Chambliss is 66 for 96 for 831 yards and seven touchdowns, along with two interceptions.

Senior Emari O’Brien is the top receiver with 10 catches for 203 yards and a touchdown, while junior James Coby has led the ground effort with 168 net yards and two touchdowns on 24 attempts. Chambliss has run for five of the Bulldogs’ 15 rushing touchdowns.

How To Watch Ferris State Football Games In 2024

Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and Ferris State football home games will stream live on FloFootball and the FloSports app.

Game replays, highlights and breaking news will be posted on both platforms.

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Roosevelt Football Schedule 2024

All Times Eastern

  • Sept. 14: UW-Whitewater 24, Roosevelt 14 (L)
  • Sept.21: Valparaiso 31, Roosevelt 23 (L)
  • Sept.28: Campbellsville 24, Roosevelt 8 (L)
  • Oct.5: at Ferris State, 1 p.m. (FloSports)
  • Oct.12: vs. Saginaw Valley State, 1 p.m. (FloSports)
  • Oct.19: at Northern Michigan, Noon (FloSports)
  • Oct.26: vs. Davenport, 1 p.m. (FloSports)
  • Nov.2: vs. Michigan Tech, 1 p.m. (FloSports)
  • Nov.9: at Wayne State, Noon (FloSports)
  • Nov.16: vs. Grand Valley State, 1 p.m. (FloSports)

Ferris State Football Schedule 2024

All Times Eastern

  • Aug. 31: Pittsburg State 19, Ferris State 3 (L)
  • Sept.7: Ferris State 56, Lake Erie 3 (W)
  • Sept.14: Ferris State 43, Ashland 3 (W)
  • Sept.28: Ferris State 84, American International 7 (W)
  • Oct.5: vs. Roosevelt, 2 p.m. (FloSports)
  • Oct.12: at Wayne State, 6 p.m. (FloSports)
  • Oct.19: vs. Michigan Tech, 1 p.m. (FloSports)
  • Oct.26: at Grand Valley State, 3 p.m. (FloSports)
  • Nov.2: at Northern Michigan, 1 p.m. (FloSports)
  • Nov.9: vs. Saginaw Valley State, 1 p.m. (FloSports)
  • Nov.16: vs. Davenport, 1 p.m. (FloSports)

Roosevelt Football Roster For 2024

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Ferris State Football Roster For 2024

Here is where fans can find the Ferris State football roster.

GLIAC Week 6 Schedule 

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Read more: No. 5 Ferris State Scores Jaw-Dropping 12 Touchdowns Against AIC

AFCA NCAA Division II Football Rankings For Week 6

  1. Harding (Ark.) (4-0)
  2. Grand Valley St. (Mich.) (4-0)
  3. Valdosta St. (Ga.) (4-0)
  4. Colorado School of Mines (4-0)
  5. Ferris St. (Mich.) (3-1)
  6. Lenoir-Rhyne (N.C.) (4-0)
  7. Minnesota St. (5-0)
  8. Kutztown (Pa.) (4-0)
  9. Slippery Rock (Pa.) (4-0)
  10. Pittsburg St. (Kan.) (3-1)
  11. Central Washington (3-1)
  12. Central Missouri (3-1)
  13. Western Colorado (4-0)
  14. Ouachita Baptist (Ark.) (4-0)
  15. West Alabama (4-0)
  16. Charleston (W.Va.) (4-0)
  17. Central Oklahoma (4-0)
  18. Colorado St.-Pueblo (4-1)
  19. Emporia St. (Kan.) (4-1)
  20. Delta St. (Miss.) (3-1)
  21. Indiana (Pa.) (4-0)
  22. Indianapolis (Ind.) (3-1)
  23. Findlay (Ohio) (4-0)
  24. Johnson C. Smith (N.C.) (5-0)
  25. Carson-Newman (Tenn.) (4-0)

Others Receiving Votes: Bemidji St. (Minn.), 30; Frostburg St. (Md.), 22; West Florida, 20; Henderson St. (Ark.), 18; Davenport (Mich.), 14; Augustana (S.D.), 12; Clark Atlanta (Ga.), 11; Virginia Union, 6; Southern Arkansas, 5; Texas A&M-Kingsville, 3; Angelo St. (Tex.), 1; Assumption (Mass.), 1; New Haven (Conn.), 1.

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