North Carolina Central 34, Delaware State 28
DURHAM, N.C. – North Carolina Central University sent its 13 seniors out in thrilling fashion as the host Eagles edged Delaware State University 34-28 in overtime inside O'Kelly-Riddick Stadium on Saturday, providing NCCU with its first three-game win streak and first winning season since 2017.
The Eagles (6-5) also conclude the campaign with a 4-1 conference record to finish as MEAC runner-up.
NCCU sophomore quarterback Davius Richard accounted for three touchdowns, one on the ground and two through the air, including the game-winning 8-yard touchdown toss to sophomore running back Latrell Collier in the extra session.
Delaware State (5-6, 2-3 MEAC) was highlighted by senior wide receiver Trey Gross, who amassed 12 catches for 142 yards and four touchdowns.
DURHAM, N.C. – North Carolina Central University sent its 13 seniors out in thrilling fashion as the host Eagles edged Delaware State University 34-28 in overtime inside O'Kelly-Riddick Stadium on Saturday, providing NCCU with its first three-game win streak and first winning season since 2017.
The Eagles (6-5) also conclude the campaign with a 4-1 conference record to finish as MEAC runner-up.
NCCU sophomore quarterback Davius Richard accounted for three touchdowns, one on the ground and two through the air, including the game-winning 8-yard touchdown toss to sophomore running back Latrell Collier in the extra session.
Delaware State (5-6, 2-3 MEAC) was highlighted by senior wide receiver Trey Gross, who amassed 12 catches for 142 yards and four touchdowns.
