Key Highlights
- Historically, both programs have relied heavily on the run.
- Although both service academies traditionally run the triple-option offense, Army passes more under head coach Jeff Monken. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementStill, expect big rushing totals on Saturday, especially from the quarterbacks.
- Navy’s Blake Horvath and Army’s Cale Hellums rank among the nation’s leading rushers.
- The Midshipmen enter the game with the nation’s No.
- 1 rushing offense, averaging 298.36 yards per game, while Army is fifth at 256.91 yards per game. Here’s a look at how both quarterbacks are contributing to their teams’ success on the ground. MORE:CBS' Gary Danielson reflects on his time calling Army-Navy gamesWho is Navy's quarterback?Navy's quarterback is senior Blake Horvath, who has been the Midshipmen's starter since last season.
