In a Week 5 game, the UMass Minutemen defeated the Miami (Ohio) RedHawks 49-28 on the road. The game showcased UMass's explosive offense and strong defense, allowing them to control the tempo and key moments.
First Quarter Recap:
The game started with a bang for UMass as Taisun Phommachanh connected with Sterling Galban for a 53-yard touchdown pass, giving the Minutemen an early lead. UMass continued to roll with Jalen John powering into the end zone for a 13-yard touchdown run after a Miami turnover. The Minutemen struck again when Te’Rai Powell returned a fumble 35 yards for a touchdown, extending their lead to 21-0. Miami (Ohio) responded with a spark of their own, as Kevin Davis returned the ensuing kickoff a remarkable 103 yards to the house, closing the gap to 21-7.
Second Quarter Action:
The scoring frenzy continued in the second quarter. Phommachanh and Galban hooked up again, this time for a 16-yard touchdown. Miami (Ohio) countered with Brett Gabbert finding Reggie Virgil for a 4-yard touchdown pass, but UMass's CJ Hester answered back with a 13-yard rushing touchdown. The RedHawks managed another score before halftime, with Gabbert throwing a 4-yard touchdown pass to Lynel Billups-Williams, making it 35-21 at the break.
Third Quarter Highlights:
The third quarter saw UMass expand their lead further, as Jackson Paradis rushed for a 2-yard touchdown. Miami struggled to find their rhythm, failing to score, which made it 42-21 as the game headed into the final quarter.
Fourth Quarter Summary:
Miami (Ohio) attempted to mount a comeback with Gabbert connecting with Billups-Williams for a 2-yard touchdown, narrowing the score to 42-28. However, UMass’s CJ Hester sealed the game with a 7-yard touchdown run, finalizing the score at 49-28.
Game Stats Overview:
UMass showcased a balanced offensive effort, racking up 346 total yards, including 210 yards through the air and 136 yards on the ground. In contrast, Miami (Ohio) accumulated 254 total yards, with 193 yards passing and just 61 yards rushing. UMass also dominated time of possession, holding the ball for over 15 minutes compared to Miami’s 12 minutes.
Overall, this victory marked a solid performance for UMass, highlighted by their offensive efficiency and resilience against Miami (OH) fighting effort.
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