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D3 College Football Heats Up: Key Wins and Matchups Ahead

9/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

Week 2 of NCAA D3 college football saw notable performances, with Hardin-Simmons defeating McMurry 24-19 and improving to 2-0.
Howard Payne triumphed over Texas Lutheran 28-18, thanks to Blessing Ngene's two touchdowns.
Susquehanna dominated Bridgewater College 56-17, racking up 557 offensive yards.
Week 3 features a key matchup between No. 3 Johns Hopkins and No. 4 Susquehanna.
The D3 football season is gaining momentum as teams enter conference play.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1973, NCAA Division III aimed to balance athletics and academics, promoting student-athlete welfare. Over the years, it has expanded to include more than 440 member institutions. Teams like Hardin-Simmons and Susquehanna exemplify the competitive spirit fostered by this division, which emphasizes education alongside athletic achievement as teams gear up for conference play.

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Story summary

Week 2 of NCAA D3 college football saw notable performances, with Hardin-Simmons defeating McMurry 24-19 and improving to 2-0.
Howard Payne triumphed over Texas Lutheran 28-18, thanks to Blessing Ngene's two touchdowns.
Susquehanna dominated Bridgewater College 56-17, racking up 557 offensive yards.
Week 3 features a key matchup between No. 3 Johns Hopkins and No. 4 Susquehanna.
The D3 football season is gaining momentum as teams enter conference play.

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