Middle Tennessee vs. Liberty Short Report | Oct 17, 2023

Middle Tennessee

35 - 42

Williams Stadium (VA)

Lynchburg, VA

Oct 17, 2023

Liberty

Williams Stadium (VA)

Lynchburg, VA

Oct 17, 2023

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Game Recap

The Liberty Flames triumphed over the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders with a final score of 42-35. The game was closely contested, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times. Liberty's potent rushing attack, spearheaded by Quinton Cooley and Kaidon Salter, played a pivotal role in their victory.

Middle Tennessee showcased a strong passing game, with Nicholas Vattiato throwing four touchdowns. Despite their offensive efforts, the Blue Raiders were unable to overcome Liberty's resilient defense. Key interceptions in the final quarter sealed the victory for the Flames.

Key Plays:

DJ Riles (Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders)

passed to DJ Riles for 3 yard touchdown (Zeke Rankin made PAT), giving MTSU an early lead.

Quinton Cooley (Liberty Flames)

rushed for 5 yard touchdown (Nick Brown made PAT), tying the game.

Elijah Metcalf (Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders)

passed to Elijah Metcalf for 20 yard touchdown (Zeke Rankin made PAT), putting MTSU ahead.

Billy Lucas (Liberty Flames)

rushed for 1 yard touchdown (Nick Brown made PAT), giving Liberty the lead.

Zack Dobson (Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders)

rushed for 2 yard touchdown (Zeke Rankin made PAT), tying the game.

DJ England-Chisolm (Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders)

passed to DJ England-Chisolm for 36 yard touchdown (Zeke Rankin made PAT), giving MTSU the lead.

Bentley Hanshaw (Liberty Flames)

passed to Bentley Hanshaw for 23 yard touchdown (Nick Brown made PAT), tying the game.

Zack Dobson (Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders)

passed to Zack Dobson for 72 yard touchdown (Zeke Rankin made PAT), putting MTSU ahead.

CJ Daniels (Liberty Flames)

passed to CJ Daniels for 37 yard touchdown (Nick Brown made PAT), securing the win for Liberty.

Brylan Green (Liberty Flames)

intercepted a pass to halt a Middle Tennessee drive.
Standout Players:
  • Kaidon Salter (Liberty Flames, QB)

    Rushed for 160 yards and passed for 140 yards with two touchdowns. Played a crucial role in Liberty's offense.
  • Quinton Cooley (Liberty Flames, RB)

    Rushed for 134 yards and three touchdowns, leading Liberty's rushing attack.
  • Nicholas Vattiato (Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders, QB)

    Threw for 332 yards and four touchdowns, showing a strong performance despite the loss.
  • DJ England-Chisolm (Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders, WR)

    Caught a 36-yard touchdown pass, contributing to MTSU's offensive efforts.
  • CJ Daniels (Liberty Flames, WR)

    Had six receptions for 71 yards and a touchdown, making clutch catches for Liberty.
  • Brylan Green (Liberty Flames, DB)

    Recorded an interception and several key tackles, impacting Liberty's defensive performance.
Team
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Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders

14

7

14

0

35

Liberty Flames

14

7

14

7

42

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