Official NCAA rankings

UNLV Overcomes 14-0 Deficit to Defeat Syracuse 41-38 in Thrilling Overtime Comeback

Oct 5, 2024, 04:11 AM

In a thrilling college football game, UNLV overcame a 14-0 deficit to defeat Syracuse 41-38 in overtime. Syracuse initially led with two touchdowns in the first quarter, including a 9-yard score by LeQuint Allen and a 3-yard rush, both with extra points by Jayden Oh. Kyle McCord's efficient passing helped Syracuse maintain the lead. UNLV responded with a strong second quarter, tying the game 14-14 through a scramble by Hajj-Malik Williams and later taking a 21-14 lead. Syracuse managed to tie the game 38-38 with 23 seconds left, thanks to a touchdown pass from McCord to Jackson Meeks, leading to overtime. UNLV secured the victory with a field goal in overtime after a crucial sack by Fadil Diggs. LeQuint Allen scored his third TD of the game, and Ricky White caught the game-winning pass.