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Carnegie Mellon and Grove City Clash in Unbeaten College Football Showdown
In a highly anticipated matchup in the Presidents Athletic Conference (PAC), the unbeaten Carnegie Mellon University Tartans are set to face off against the also unbeaten Grove City College Wolverines. This clash of the titans is scheduled for October 12, 2024, at Robert E. Thorn Field, with kickoff at 2 p.m..
Carnegie Mellon, ranked No. 14, enters the game with a perfect 5-0 record. The Tartans have dominated their opponents, with easy wins against Thiel, Geneva, and Bethany, and a thrilling overtime victory against Washington & Jefferson. Last week, they secured a convincing 42-0 win over Waynesburg.
Grove City, ranked No. 7, also boasts a 4-0 record and has been impressive on the offensive front. The Wolverines have racked up significant wins over Geneva, Saint Vincent, and Allegheny, and most recently scored 62 points in a road victory over Bethany. Grove City’s running back Nico Flati is currently ranked second in the PAC in rushing yards, while Carnegie Mellon’s Tre Vasiliadis ranks third.
The game will be broadcast live on KDKA+, Paramount Plus, and Pluto TV, offering fans multiple platforms to watch the battle of the unbeatens. This matchup is part of KDKA+’s extensive coverage of PAC football games throughout the season).