It's a date that's been circled on many calendars since Norfolk State and Delaware State found their current head coaches and the 2025 schedule was unveiled.

Delaware had asserted its authority at the outset of its Conference USA football game against Middle Tennessee the night of Oct. 22. But it’s the finish that particularly matters, as Delaware has quickly learned in its inaugural FBS-level season. And everything that happens in between can be equally critical.

Two teams staked major claims to being the best in their respective classes on Friday night with dominating performances against well-regarded opponents.

With only a few days to put a heartbreaking loss behind them, Delaware Valley players worked through their disappointment, regained focus, and put away their final regular-season game