NDL: S30W13 - South Florida (33) at Tulsa (32)
Thanksgiving Thanks for the USF Bulls
Article By: Bulls Charge Late: USF Overcomes Early Chaos to Stun Tulsa
In a wild rollercoaster of a game, the USF Bulls stormed back from the brink of disaster to steal a dramatic 37-36 victory over the Tulsa Golden Hurricane. It was a clash of chaos and determination, with twists at every turn and a finish that will be remembered by Bulls fans for years to come.
The game started like a nightmare for USF quarterback Byrum Brown. On the second play from scrimmage, Tulsa's secondary pounced, intercepting Brown and returning it to the house. Before USF fans could even take their seats, the Golden Hurricane struck again, turning another early misstep into a 14-0 lead just three minutes into the game.
Enter Nay’Quan Wright, the Bulls' relentless running back and apparent savior of the night. Wright silenced the Tulsa crowd with back-to-back electrifying runs—61 and 75 yards—each showcasing his blend of vision and speed. The lightning strikes reignited USF’s hopes, ending a turbulent first quarter trailing only 19-14.
The second quarter saw Tulsa reassert their dominance, with Cardell Williams connecting on deep passes to set up a two-score advantage. But when Tulsa seemed poised to pull away, they handed the momentum right back. Bulls linebacker Mac Harris snagged a wayward throw from Williams and rumbled into the end zone, flipping the script and leaving the Golden Hurricane with a tenuous 26-21 halftime lead.
The second half was a gritty slugfest. Both teams exchanged field goals in the third quarter, each drive a methodical grind for precious yards. With the score still in Tulsa's favor, the fourth quarter became a war of wills. Tulsa appeared to land the decisive blow, going up by two scores with just over three minutes left.
But Nay’Quan Wright wasn’t done. His third touchdown of the night, a 21-yard sprint, gave USF a heartbeat. Yet the failed two-point conversion left the Bulls needing a near miracle: a defensive stand, quick execution, and a perfect kick.
The Bulls' defense rose to the challenge, forcing a three-and-out and burning all their timeouts. With the clock ticking below a minute, Brown redeemed his earlier blunders with sharp out-route passes and a crucial scramble that set the Bulls up in field-goal range.
As the stadium held its breath, kicker John Cannon took the field with the game on the line. Calm and collected, Cannon delivered, nailing a 34-yard field goal as time expired, sending USF players into a frenzied celebration and leaving Tulsa stunned on their home turf.
For the Bulls, it was a testament to resilience. For Tulsa, a bitter lesson in missed opportunities. And for college football fans, it was the kind of thrilling chaos that makes this sport unforgettable.
Tulsa, plagued by heartbreakingly losses
Article By: Tulsa’s rollercoaster season under Coach TexaNole took another gut-wrenching turn as they let a 14-0 lead slip away to the Bulls. The game started with fireworks—a hot start powered by an early pick-six. Momentum seemed firmly in their favor. But as has been the story of their season, Tulsa couldn’t sustain it. The team grew complacent, and it cost them dearly.
Meanwhile, Coach usmarine7t and his resilient Bulls refused to fold. Down 14 early, they dug in, chipping away at Tulsa’s lead and staging a dramatic comeback. On the final drive, their clutch performance sealed a victory, a testament to their never-say-die attitude.
For Tulsa, this marked their fifth one-score loss of the season, all decided on the final drives. The heartbreak is mounting, and whispers of what might have been echo louder with every close defeat.
Off the field, Coach TexaNole’s troubles have become a subplot of their season. Known for his charismatic sideline presence, it seems his personal struggles have taken a toll. Reports indicate he plans to step away from coaching after the season, entering rehab to reset before the draft. Coaching while “hammered on the sidelines,” as some have speculated, might explain why those final moments of games have repeatedly slipped away.
As the Tulsa chapter closes for TexaNole, fans are left wondering what’s next for the program—and for their embattled coach. The talent was there, but the results weren’t. Here’s hoping for a brighter, more focused future for all involved.
Cheers to new beginnings.
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