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Buffalo Upsets No. 23 Northern Illinois 23-20 in Overtime Road Win

Sep 21, 2024, 11:08 PM

Buffalo secured a major upset victory over No. 23 Northern Illinois in overtime, winning 23-20. This marks Buffalo's first win against a ranked opponent since 2008. The game saw Northern Illinois tie the score at 20 with a field goal in the final seconds of regulation. However, Buffalo's kicker Upton Bellenfant clinched the win with a 37-yard field goal in overtime. This victory is significant for Buffalo and first-year coach Pete Lembo, especially after Northern Illinois' recent win over Notre Dame. The Bulls achieved this upset on the road and were a +400 ML underdog.