Athens, OH
Sep 7, 2024
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The Ohio Bobcats emerged victorious against the South Alabama Jaguars with a final score of 27-20 on September 7, 2024, marking the 600th win in program history. Ohio's offense, led by Parker Navarro, combined effective passing and rushing to secure crucial touchdowns, while their defense, despite injuries, bent but didn’t break. Ricky Hunt’s career-long 59-yard run set the tone early and Parker Navarro’s balanced performance, including a key pass to Chase Hendricks and a touchdown run, were decisive.
South Alabama, without their starting QB Gio Lopez, saw Bishop Davenport make his first career start and perform admirably. Despite Davenport's efforts, the Jaguars couldn't capitalize on late chances. Ohio’s Gianni Spetic was pivotal, securing key field goals, while standout plays from players like Anthony Tyus III and defensive resilience from the Bobcats ensured the victory. Critical plays, such as a third-down sack by Jordan Norman and a fumble recovery by long snapper Colby Garfield, highlighted the intense matchup.
Gianni Spetic (Ohio Bobcats)
Spetic kicked a 45-yard field goal, set up by a career-long 59-yard run by Ricky Hunt, providing Ohio with an early 3-0 lead.
Anthony Tyus III (Ohio Bobcats)
Anthony Tyus III eluded three defenders on a 7-yard touchdown run, taking advantage of a muffed punt recovered deep in Jaguar territory, to extend Ohio's lead.
Fluff Bothwell (South Alabama Jaguars)
Bothwell capped off a drive dominated by his rushing with an 8-yard touchdown run, capitalizing on an Ohio roughing the passer penalty to tie the game at 10-10.
Parker Navarro (Ohio Bobcats)
Navarro connected with Chase Hendricks on a 33-yard touchdown pass, giving Ohio a 17-10 lead right before halftime.
Parker Navarro (Ohio Bobcats)
Navarro extended Ohio's lead to 24-10 with a 10-yard touchdown run, capping an 11-play, 76-yard drive.
Bishop Davenport (South Alabama Jaguars)
Davenport's precision passing led to a 9-yard touchdown pass to Jamaal Pritchett, cutting Ohio's lead to 24-17.
Laith Marjan (South Alabama Jaguars)
Marjan's 38-yard field goal brought the Jaguars within a single score, making it 24-20.
Gianni Spetic (Ohio Bobcats)
Spetic secured Ohio's victory by kicking a 26-yard field goal, finalizing the score at 27-20 with 3:22 left in the game.
Carlos Johnson Jr. (South Alabama Jaguars)
Carlos Johnson Jr. recovered Parker Navarro's fumble on a strip sack, giving South Alabama possession in Ohio territory.
Parker Navarro (Ohio Bobcats, QB)
Navarro completed 20 of 28 passes for 204 yards, threw a touchdown to Chase Hendricks, and added 62 rushing yards with another touchdown. His balanced offensive performance was vital in securing Ohio's victory.
Gianni Spetic (Ohio Bobcats, K)
Spetic's kicking was pivotal for Ohio. He scored a 45-yard field goal early and a 26-yard field goal late, along with three successful PATs, sealing the game for Ohio.
Bishop Davenport (South Alabama Jaguars, QB)
Davenport impressed in his first career start, throwing for 227 yards and a touchdown without any interceptions. Despite filling in for the injured Gio Lopez, he kept South Alabama competitive throughout the game.
Ricky Hunt (Ohio Bobcats, RB)
Hunt's career-long 59-yard run set up Ohio's first points of the game with a field goal. His performance ignited the Bobcats' early momentum.
Blayne Myrick (South Alabama Jaguars, LB)
Myrick led all players with 10 tackles, marking his second-straight game with double-digit takedowns. His defensive presence was critical, especially in containing Ohio's offense.
South Alabama Jaguars
0
10
7
3
20
Ohio Bobcats
3
14
7
3
27
