Panthers Ready for Rivalry Test against Lakers

The regular season finale between Davenport and Grand Valley State is a role reversal from past seasons. The Panthers enter the game at 8-2 overall and ranked No. 18 in the AFCA Coaches Poll and No. 22 in the Power Index. The Lakers are currently 7-3 overall and are No. 23 in the AFCA and No. 43 in the Power Index. Quite simply, Davenport could qualify for the upcoming Division II playoffs with a win as they currently sit No. 7 in Super Region 3. The Lakers have to win and have other teams lose ahead of them in Super Region 3 as they are No. 11 in the regional rankings. The top 8 teams will advance to the postseason and that will be announced on Sunday, Nov. 15 on NCAA.com at 6:00 PM.