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2025 NCAA Division III Football Season Kicks Off September 4

9/4/2025

Summary

Story summary

The 2025 NCAA Division III football season starts on September 4, with 34 live games streamed on FloCollege.
Defending champions North Central are ranked No. 1, aiming to repeat despite the loss of quarterback Luke Lehnen.
Lewis & Clark enters a new era under head coach Brett Elliott after two 5-5 seasons.
Rahshan La Mons of Susquehanna is a contender for the national rushing title after a strong freshman year.
Key matchups include North Central vs. Wisconsin-Oshkosh on September 13 and Lewis & Clark vs. Puget Sound on October 4.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1906, the NCAA regulates college athletics and introduced divisions in 1973 to enhance competition. As of 2025, Division III includes over 440 institutions, emphasizing student-athlete balance. North Central aims for a repeat championship this season, showcasing the NCAA's influence on recruitment and coaching strategies, highlighted by Lewis & Clark's new head coach Brett Elliott's efforts to improve after recent challenges.

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Story summary

The 2025 NCAA Division III football season starts on September 4, with 34 live games streamed on FloCollege.
Defending champions North Central are ranked No. 1, aiming to repeat despite the loss of quarterback Luke Lehnen.
Lewis & Clark enters a new era under head coach Brett Elliott after two 5-5 seasons.
Rahshan La Mons of Susquehanna is a contender for the national rushing title after a strong freshman year.
Key matchups include North Central vs. Wisconsin-Oshkosh on September 13 and Lewis & Clark vs. Puget Sound on October 4.

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