East Hartford, CT
Oct 26, 2024
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The UConn Huskies secured a hard-fought 17-10 victory over the Rice Owls at Pratt & Whitney Stadium. The game remained a defensive struggle through the first half, with Rice's Tim Horn converting a 23-yard field goal as the only score. The Huskies, unable to capitalize on a long field goal attempt, faced persistent pressure from the Rice defense that resulted in three sacks.
The turning point came in the third quarter when redshirt freshman Durell Robinson broke free for a dynamic 68-yard touchdown run, his longest of the season. UConn extended their lead in the fourth quarter on a 4-yard touchdown by Cam Edwards, set up by Nick Evers's 34-yard pass to Skyler Bell. Although Quinton Jackson's thrilling 100-yard kickoff return for Rice narrowed the gap, UConn's defense, led by standout plays such as Pryce Yates' pivotal sack and nine tackles for loss, sealed the win. The Huskies amassed a total of 309 yards while limiting the Owls to 178, including only 88 passing yards.
Tim Horn (Rice)
Horn's 23-yard field goal, the sole score of the first half, highlighted Rice's initial strong defensive performance and granted them an early lead.
Durell Robinson (UConn)
Robinson's 68-yard burst not only gave UConn their first score but shifted the game's momentum significantly in the Huskies' favor.
Cam Edwards (UConn)
Set up by a 34-yard pass, Edwards' 4-yard touchdown run extended the lead to 14-3, crucially elevating UConn's position in the game.
Quinton Jackson (Rice)
In a dazzling display, Jackson delivered a 100-yard kickoff return, the longest in Rice's history, igniting hopes for a late comeback.
Pryce Yates (UConn)
Yates' critical sack on fourth down was instrumental in stifling Rice's momentum as they attempted to regain the lead.
Chris Freeman (UConn)
Freeman's 30-yard field goal solidified UConn's lead, pushing it to 17-3, a vital scoring buffer before Rice's late touchdown attempt.
Durell Robinson (UConn, RB)
Robinson's explosive 68-yard touchdown was a pivotal moment, as he rushed for 132 yards on 15 carries, marking his second 100-yard game this season.
Quinton Jackson (Rice, KR)
Jackson's 100-yard kickoff return set a school record, adding a rare highlight in an otherwise challenging game for Rice.
Pryce Yates (UConn, DE)
Yates secured two crucial sacks, including one in the game's dying moments, to help anchor UConn's staunch defensive performance.
Tui Faumuina-Brown (UConn, LB)
With 10 tackles, a forced fumble, and two pass break-ups, Faumuina-Brown's presence was felt across defense, heavily disrupting Rice's offensive plays.
Rice Owls
3
0
0
7
10
UConn Huskies
0
0
7
10
17
