Overview
- The NAIA said Marian self-reported that an academically ineligible student-athlete appeared in three games, leading to the team's removal from the Football Championship Series.
- Marian athletics director Steve Downing apologized and acknowledged the program cannot continue its season, noting up to three games may be vacated.
- Keiser, 11-0 and the No. 2 seed, will play a home semifinal on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 1 p.m. at Keiser Football Stadium against an opponent to be determined.
- Keiser began issuing refunds for the canceled quarterfinal, with payments expected to arrive within 3–5 business days depending on the financial institution.
- Head coach Myles Russ remains sidelined with a serious medical issue, and defensive coordinator Peter Davila has been filling in as the Seahawks prepare for the semifinal.