Rice vs. Charlotte Short Report | Nov 18, 2023
Jerry Richardson Stadium
Charlotte, NC
Nov 18, 2023
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Game Recap
The Rice Owls triumphed over the Charlotte 49ers with a final score of 28-7. Rice struck early with a 5-yard rushing touchdown by AJ Padgett, followed by Tim Horn's 23-yard field goal. The Charlotte offense struggled, gaining only 74 passing yards and 84 rushing yards.
In the second half, Padgett scored another rushing touchdown and completed a 20-yard passing touchdown to Luke McCaffrey. Charlotte managed a 12-yard rushing touchdown by Trexler Ivey, but it wasn't enough to overcome Rice's dominant performance. Defensive plays, including two interceptions by Charlotte, provided brief hope, but Rice's offensive efficiency sealed their victory.
Key Plays:
AJ Padgett (Rice)
Tim Horn (Rice)
Tim Horn (Rice)
AJ Padgett (Rice)
Trexler Ivey (Charlotte)
AJ Padgett (Rice)
Demetrius Knight II (Charlotte)
Tim Horn (Rice)
Sean Fresch (Rice)
Standout Players:
AJ Padgett (Rice, QB)
Recorded 140 passing yards with 1 touchdown, 2 interceptions, and 2 rushing touchdowns.Dean Connors (Rice, RB)
Rushed for 184 yards on 19 attempts, showcasing a dominant ground game.Luke McCaffrey (Rice, WR)
Caught 5 passes for 54 yards and 1 touchdown; also had a 40-yard rush.Tim Horn (Rice, K)
Made both field goal attempts from 23 and 37 yards, contributing 6 points.Trexler Ivey (Charlotte, QB)
Rushed for Charlotte's only touchdown and led the team with 57 passing yards.Sean Fresch (Rice, CB)
Recorded 1 sack and a significant punt return, affecting field position.
Team
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Rice Owls
10
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8
7
28
Charlotte 49ers
0
0
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7
7
