East Carolina vs. Rice Short Report | Sep 30, 2023
Rice Stadium
Houston, TX
Sep 30, 2023
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Game Recap
In an exciting Week 5 matchup, the Rice Owls emerged victorious over the East Carolina Pirates with a final score of 24-17. The game saw a close first half with both teams exchanging field goals and a touchdown by Rice. East Carolina came close, narrowing the gap multiple times, but Rice's timely plays secured the win.
Key scoring plays included two touchdown passes by JT Daniels and a crucial fourth-quarter touchdown by Landon Ransom-Goelz. Despite a late touchdown run and two-point conversion by East Carolina's Rahjai Harris, the Pirates fell short in their comeback effort. Rice's defense, including crucial sacks by Gabriel Taylor and Demone Green, held firm in the closing moments.
Key Plays:
Andrew Conrad (East Carolina)
Tim Horn (Rice)
JT Daniels (Rice)
Andrew Conrad (East Carolina)
Andrew Conrad (East Carolina)
Chase Jenkins (Rice)
Rahjai Harris (East Carolina)
JT Daniels (Rice)
Standout Players:
JT Daniels (Rice, QB)
Threw for 232 yards and 2 touchdowns, including a crucial fourth-quarter touchdown pass that secured the victoryAndrew Conrad (East Carolina, K)
Scored three field goals, keeping East Carolina within striking distance throughout the gameChase Jenkins (Rice, QB)
Contributed a rushing touchdown, adding key yardage with both his arm and legsRahjai Harris (East Carolina, RB)
Rushed for 46 yards and a touchdown, also completed a critical two-point conversionGabriel Taylor (Rice, S)
Made six tackles and recorded a crucial sack, helping to stymie East Carolina's offenseDemone Green (Rice, DL)
Recorded a key sack late in the game, preventing a potential East Carolina comeback
Team
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East Carolina Pirates
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17
Rice Owls
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7
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24
