The Sacramento State Hornets versus UC Davis Aggies football rivalry, known as the Causeway Classic, is an annual NCAA Division I FCS matchup between the two California universities. The UC Davis Aggies, representing the University of California, Davis, compete in the Big Sky Conference and are led by head coach Tim Plough. This longstanding rivalry is a highlight of the regional college sports calendar.
This matchup is notable as a fierce local derby, with the two campuses located less than 20 miles apart. The game's outcome often has significant implications for conference standings and postseason prospects. For the 2025 season, the game carries extra weight as the 15th-ranked UC Davis Aggies enter the contest favored to extend a two-game winning streak over their rivals from Sacramento State.
The game has been featured prominently in recent sports news coverage as part of the Week 13 college football schedule. Alongside other key FCS matchups, this rivalry game is a focal point for fans and analysts tracking conference dynamics and the national Top 25 rankings as the regular season concludes.
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