Lynchburg, VA
Oct 8, 2024
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The Liberty Flames secured a 31-24 victory in a gripping overtime contest against Florida International, leveraging an exceptional rushing attack spearheaded by Quinton Cooley who amassed 174 yards and two touchdowns. Liberty's defense, anchored by Christian Bodnar's overtime heroics, extended the nation's longest active regular-season winning streak to 17 games.
Florida International mounted a late-game resurgence, fueled by Keyone Jenkins' passing prowess and a 40-yard hookup with Eric Rivers. Despite tying the game with a minute-and-a-half left in regulation, FIU's efforts unraveled with a pivotal turnover in overtime, as Liberty's defense clinched the contest with a forced fumble and recovery.
Alejandro Prado (Florida International)
Alejandro Prado connected on a crucial 31-yard field goal, leveling the game and setting an early competitive tone.
Kaidon Salter (Liberty)
Rushing for a 20-yard touchdown just before halftime, Salter displayed his dual-threat capability and put Liberty ahead 17-10.
Amarian Williams (Liberty)
Intercepted a pass early in the third quarter, halting FIU's drive and swinging momentum in Liberty's favor.
Quinton Cooley (Liberty)
Cementing Liberty's lead, Cooley dashed for a 9-yard touchdown after a powerful 82-yard drive, pushing the score to 24-10.
Kaidon Salter (Liberty)
Culminated the game with a decisive 9-yard rushing touchdown in overtime, highlighting Liberty's dominant ground attack.
Christian Bodnar (Liberty)
In overtime, Bodnar's unblocked blitz led to a game-sealing fumble recovery, halting FIU's comeback attempt.
Kaidon Salter (Liberty, QB)
Spearheaded Liberty's charge with effective rushing, critical plays, and maintaining pressure on FIU's defense.
Quinton Cooley (Liberty, RB)
His relentless ground production was instrumental, tallying 174 yards and two touchdowns, consistently damaging FIU's defense.
Keyone Jenkins (Florida International, QB)
Orchestrated a valiant comeback for FIU, with a vital long pass to Eric Rivers aiding a late-game drive to tie the contest.
Christian Bodnar (Liberty, DB)
Sealed the victory with a decisive overtime play, forcing a fumble to extinguish FIU's comeback attempt.
Travion Barnes (Florida International, LB)
Recorded a career-high 16 tackles, two sacks, and a fumble recovery, anchoring FIU's resilient defensive effort.
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FIU Panthers vs. Liberty Flames Box Score and Stats - October 08, 2024 | FOX Sports
FIU Panthers
3
7
0
14
24
Liberty Flames
3
14
0
7
31
