Montana State Football Rallies to Victory Against New Mexico
Montana State Football Stages Incredible Comeback
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Montana State football made an astonishing comeback, defeating FBS New Mexico 35-31 in their season opener. Trailing by 17 points at the beginning of the fourth quarter, the Bobcats displayed incredible determination and tactical prowess.
Fourth Quarter Heroics
With Tommy Mellott leading the charge, Montana State scored 21 unanswered points in the final quarter. A pivotal moment was Adam Jones' 93-yard touchdown run, shifting the momentum back to the Bobcats. Mellott's composure throughout the game allowed him to complete 21 of 32 passes for 205 yards, alongside rushing for 30 yards and a touchdown.
Game-Changing Plays
- Jones' long touchdown run helped rally the team, igniting the players and crowd.
- Scottre Humphrey capped the winning drive with a 4-yard touchdown run, sealing the victory.
- The Bobcats capitalized on missed opportunities by the Lobos, including two critical third-down drops.
Looking Ahead for Montana State Football
The Bobcats, currently ranked No. 4 in the FCS, will take on Utah Tech next week. With a strong performance in their opener, Montana State looks poised to build on this momentum throughout the season.
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