UConn 48, Florida Atlantic 14 — Huskies run all over Owls

September 21, 2024

By Aman Kidwai NEFJ Correspondent EAST HARTFORD — UConn pounded FAU in a record-setting performance that featured over 400 rushing yards from the Huskies. Two new contributors emerged in the backfield to rush for over 150 yards each, and the home team prevailed, 48-14. Quarterback Nick Evers moved the offense efficiently — UConn did not punt once. After a field goal on the first drive, he hit Skyler Bell for……

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Yale 38, Holy Cross 31 — Bulldogs edge Crusaders

September 21, 2024

By Dante Iafrate NEFJ Correspondent WORCESTER — In a gritty, rain-soaked contest, Yale edged out Holy Cross 38-31 in a game down to the final seconds. It was a contest defined by resilience, as both teams dealt with injuries, momentum swings, and challenging weather conditions. For Yale, it came down to a gutsy drive in the closing moments, capped by Nathan Denney’s second rushing touchdown with just 12 seconds left…….

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UMass 35, Central Connecticut State 31 — Don Brown earns 100th career win

September 21, 2024

By Ryan Barry NEFJ Correspondent The UMass Minutemen (1-3) capped off homecoming weekend with a 35-31 win over the Central Connecticut State Blue Devils (2-2) at McGuirk Alumni Stadium on Saturday afternoon. For UMass coach Don Brown, today’s outcome was extra special, with the win being the 100th of his career as a head coach. When asked after the game, despite an initial humorous brush off, he opened up about……

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