Union (NY) enters as the clear favorite — ranked #18 nationally in overall efficiency vs. #60 for Mercyhurst.
Offensively, Union (NY) has the upper hand (OE #6 vs. #61).
Defensively, Union (NY) has the advantage (DE #29 vs. #59).
Schedule context: Mercyhurst has faced tougher competition (SOS #13) than Union (NY) (SOS #58).