Ewing, NJ ... The College of New Jersey football team squares off with long-time rival Rowan University in its regular season finale at Lions' Stadium at noon on Saturday.

The Lions (5-4, 5-3 NJAC) have won their last four games and have two sources of motivation when they line up against the Profs (8-1, 7-1 NJAC). First, winning their fifth straight game will put them in the mix for a post-season game in the ECAC. Second, they could play the role of spoiler, as Rowan is in position to earn a share of the NJAC title, and potential automatic bid to the NCAA tournament.

TCNJ defeated Kean University last week in  a defensive battle. Quarterback James Donoghue (Shamong, NJ/Seneca) hooked up with wide receiver Brian Mills (Lawrenceville, NJ/Lawrence) for a 26-yard touchdown pass completiton with 52 seconds remaining in the game.

Rowan defeated WestConn 57-0 last week in its home finale.

The two teams will have at it on TCNJ's campus and noon in Lions' Stadium.

Note: The Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is organizing a "Can Drive" for Thanksgiving. There will be a box at the ticket window for Saturday's football game if students, fans, or parents would like to donate any canned goods for the holidays.

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