Navy can clinch a bowl game for the 14th time in the past 15 seasons with a win against Southern Methodist Nov. 11.
However, the Midshipmen (5-3 overall, 3-3 American Athletic Conference) are still trying to determine who will lead their triple-option offense.
Starting quarterback Zach Abey (Archbishop Spalding) is battling a shoulder injury he suffered against Temple Nov. 2. Abey also suffered a concussion against Central Florida Oct. 21.