Through five crossover games this season, the Western Division holds a slight 4-3 advantage.  Last week's crossover games were highlighted by 19th-ranked California hosting 12th-ranked Bloomsburg.  California beat Bloomsburg, 31-13, as the Western Division won three of five crossover games.

In 2006, league teams experienced the first 10-game mandated schedule, which featured teams from the Eastern and Western Divisions squaring off against the opposite division for the first three weeks of the season.

This week's games are highlighted by Shippensburg at Kutztown (3 p.m.) and Edinboro at Bloomsburg (12 p.m.). 

The Shippensburg-Kutztown contest is the second of 11 PSAC contests to be broadcast state-wide on SPORTSfever Television Network in the "APSCUF College Football Game of the Week."  The broadcast will be available through a network of Pennsylvania commercial television stations with a potential audience of 4.8 million cable, satellite and over-the-air households.  (SPORTSfever Release)

Edinboro at Bloomsburg features two squads that have won or shared divisional crowns three times in the last four seasons. 

On the national scene, three PSAC teams are ranked in the top 25 of both the AFCA and D2Football.com polls.
 

Following is a preview of this weekend's action:

 

Shippensburg at Kutztown - 3 p.m.
"APSCUF" Game of the Week - SPORTSfever Television Network

Series: Shippensburg leads the series 43-14-2.  The Red Raiders will look to make it nine in a row over the Golden Bears, as Kutztown's last victory against Shippensburg came in 1998 by a score of 28-24.
 

	Shippensburg Overall: 0-2 Conference: 0-0 PSAC West Last Contest: Liberty 35, Shippensburg 14 Players to Watch: P Kyler Ford - 16-for-675 yds, 42.2 ypp LB Jaron Nalewak - 5 TFL, 16 TT WR/PR Howard Chavous - 9-for-139 yds receiving, 8-for-84 punt return yds Current Trends: Despite owning a time of possession advantage of nearly 10 minutes better than its opponents (34:14 - 25:46), Shippensburg's downfall has been giving up big yardage plays in each of its last two games.  In addition to an 88-yard punt return and 61-yard interception for touchdowns, five of the six touchdowns Shippensburg's defense has allowed have been over 22 yards or more (two of three at Shepherd, three of three at Liberty).
Kutztown Overall: 1-1 Conference: 0-0 PSAC East Last Contest: Kutztown 35, Clarion 13 Players to Watch: QB Kyle Spotts - 44-for-80, 6 TDs, 308.0 passing yards per game WR Elfren Quiles - 18-for-309 yds, 3 TDs WR Will Brown - 7-for-105 yds, 2 TDs DB Brian Bingbear - 2 INTs Current Trends: Kutztown has scored 65 points in two games, ranking fourth in the PSAC in scoring offense at 32.5 points per game.  Kutztown is also ranked first in pass offense, totaling six touchdowns and 308.0 yards through the air. Five of the six touchdowns Shippensburg's defense has allowed this season have been passing touchdowns.

Edinboro at Bloomsburg - 12 p.m.

Series:  Through seven contests, Edinboro holds a5-2 advantage but hasn't defeated Bloomsburg since 1998 when the Fighting Scots posted a 19-12 victory at home.
 

	Edinboro Overall: 1-1 Conference: 0-0 PSAC West Last Contest: Edinboro 58, St. Anselm 3 Players to Watch: TB Houston Brown - 24-for-158 yds, 2 TDs QB Trevor Harris - 40-for-58, 5 TDs, 203. 0 passing yards per game WR Rich Cerro - 9-for-86, TD Current Trends: Through two games, Edinboro has 10 different receivers who have caught at least two or more receptions.  Leading the way is junior Ryan Rybicki, who with 10 receptions already, has nearly half his total from last year (24).
Bloomsburg Overall: 1-1 Conference: 0-0 PSAC East Last Contest: California 31, Bloomsburg 13 Players to Watch: WR Brahin Bilal - 8-for-263 yds, TD; 7-for-156 kick return yds LB Rob Biernat - 20 TT RB Jamar Brittingham - 35-for-143 yds, 6 TDs; 2-for-49  punt return yds Current Trends: Quarterback Dan Latorre failed to reach 100 yards passing for the first time in his career after being held to 89 yards against California.  The Vulcans held Bloomsburg to 219 yards total offense, its lowest since a loss in the 2006 NCAA semifinals to Northwest Missouri St.

California at Cheyney - 1 p.m.

Series: California owns a 12-1-0 record against Cheyney.  The Vulcans only loss came in the first meeting, a 12-0 setback in 1972.
 

	California Overall: 3-0 Conference: 0-0 PSAC West Last Contest: California 31, Bloomsburg 13 Players to Watch: RB Brandon Lombardy - 72-for-355 yds, 3 TDs QB Joe Ruggiero - 47-for-73, 5 TDs, 168.3 passing yards per game WR Nate Forse - 16-for-260 yds, 3 TDs LB Josh Zunic - 27 TT, 7 TFL, 1.5 Sks Current Trends: California's defense continues to dominate opponents.  After three games, the unit ranks eighth nationally in total defense, allowing just 162.0 ypg.  Against the run, the Vulcans hold opponents to 40.7 ypg.
Cheyney Overall: 0-2 Conference: 0-0 PSAC East Last Contest: IUP 80, Cheyney 14 Players to Watch: WR Charles Johnson - 7-for-161 yds, 23.0 ypc KR Rich Kirkland - 9-for-116 yds LB Justin Allen - 22 TT, 3 TFL Current Trends: Cheyney wide receiver Charles Johnson has put together solid back-to-back efforts in the last two games.  This week marks the home opener for the Wolves as they begin the first of a three-game home stand.

Clarion at West Chester - 1 p.m.

Series: West Chester holds a 17-3 advantage over Clarion with its only losses in 2002, 2000 and 1966.
 

	Clarion Overall: 0-2 Conference: 0-0 PSAC West Last Contest: Kutztown 35, Clarion 13 Players to Watch: WR Pierre Odom - 13-for-114 yds WR Herb Carraway - 9-for-150 yds, TD DB Quintyn Brazil - Leads PSAC with 11.0 tackles per game, INT, 2 FF Current Trends: The Clarion defense has not allowed a rushing touchdown yet despite giving up almost 200 rushing yards per game (197.5).  However, the Golden Eagles defense has allowed nine touchdowns through the air.
West Chester Overall: 1-1 Conference: 0-0 PSAC East Last Contest: Delaware 41, West Chester 14 Players to Watch: WR Steve Miller - 10-for-89 yds FB Pat McDermott - 9-for-34 yds, 2 TDs RB Osagie Osunde - 32-for-143 yds, TD LB Sam Scott - 14 TT Current Trends: Through two games, the Golden Rams have been outscored 37-22 in the first half, but have outscored their opponents 24-20 in the second half.  Also, West Chester has allowed only seven points in the fourth quarter thus far.

IUP at East Stroudsburg - 6 p.m.

Series: East Stroudsburg looks to even the series at 7-7.  IUP won last season's contest, 35-20.
 

	IUP Overall: 1-0 Conference: 0-0 PSAC West Last Contest: IUP 80, Cheyney 14 Players to Watch: QB Andrew Krewatch - 13-for-20, 261 yards, 3 TDs WR Ken Witter - 4-for-91 yds, TD RB Poohbear McNeal - 13-for-89 yds, 2 TDs RB Pat McDanel - 11-for-84 yds, TD Current Trends: Defensive back Mike Reid returned a fumble 45 yards for a touchdown against Cheyney, marking the third time in the past eight games he has done so.
East Stroudsburg Overall: 1-1 Conference: 0-0 PSAC East Last Contest: E. Stroudsburg 58, Lock Haven 13 Players to Watch: WR Doug Odgen - 7-for-66 yds, TD WR Sam Shuman - 5-for-41 yds LT Mike Habel - Four-year starter who has started 36 games in career Current Trends: Several ESU players earned career firsts last week against Lock Haven.  Quarterback Tim Roken made his first career start while freshman tailback Brant Quick earned his first 100-yard rushing game.  Center Michael Parshley scored his first career touchdown when he fell on a fumble in the end zone.

Lock Haven at Millersville - 1 p.m.

Series: Millersville has won the past three meetings between the squads and owns a 16-6-1 all-time record against Lock Haven.  The Marauders defeated the Bald Eagles by a score of 35-0 in 2006, marking the first time since 2004 that Millersville had shut out an opponent.
 

	Lock Haven Overall: 0-2 Conference: 0-0 PSAC West Last Contest: E. Stroudsburg 58, Lock Haven 13 Players to Watch: WR Chris Hawkins - 9-for-108 yds, TD KR Aaron Pryer - 9-for-213 yds LB Corey Gildea - Team's leading tackler with 21 total tackles Current Trends: The game against Millersville marks the first of four consecutive road contests for the Bald Eagles, including next week's match up at Division I FCS Youngstown St.
Millersville Overall: 0-2 Conference: 0-0 PSAC East Last Contest: Slippery Rock 21, Millersville 5 Players to Watch: DB Brandon Shelton - Four kick returns for 76 yards; 2006 All-PSAC East First Team selection DB Marcus Banks - Team-leading 18 TT WR Jimmie Cotton - Scored team's only touchdown on a 57-yard punt return Current Trends: Millersville has scored just 12 points in its first two games and has yet to score an offensive touchdown.  The Marauders recorded a 57-yard punt return against Shepherd for their only score, and against Slippery Rock, Millersville scored only a field goal and a safety.

Slippery Rock at Bowie St. - 1 p.m.

Series: This is the first meeting between the teams.
 

	Slippery Rock Overall: 2-0 Conference: 0-0 PSAC West Last Contest: Slippery Rock 21, Millersville 5 Players to Watch: QB Nate Crookshank - 27-45, 480 yds., 5 TDs, 75-yard touchdown strike RB Corey Manfull - 50-for-295 yds, 4 TDs WR Paul Favers - 8-for-224 yds, 3 TDs DE Clint Forsha - 15 TT, 5 TFL Current Trends: The Rock features a balanced offense that is averaging nearly 500 yards per game (472.5).  A pair of running backs and four wide receivers aid four-year starting quarterback Nate Crookshank in the offensive attack.
Bowie St. Overall: 0-2 Conference: 0-0 Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Last Contest: Newberry 41, Bowie St. 7 Players to Watch: RB Rodney Webb - CIAA Rookie of the Week after posting 78 yards on 11 carries and one touchdown against Newberry. P Ronald Walls - 6-for-240 yds with two punts inside the 20-yard line. Current Trends: Bowie St. returns two defensive starters to a unit that finished third nationally in total defense, allowing 226.1 yards per game.  Offensively, eight starters return led by junior quarterback Deon Trotter and anchored by four offensive linemen.