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UNLV Overcomes 14-0 Deficit to Defeat Syracuse 38-31 in Thrilling Comeback

Oct 5, 2024, 03:29 AM

In a thrilling college football game at Allegiant Stadium, UNLV overcame a 14-0 deficit to defeat Syracuse 38-31. Syracuse started strong, with quarterback Kyle McCord leading a 75-yard drive resulting in a touchdown by LeQuint Allen. Allen scored another touchdown, giving Syracuse a 14-0 lead at the end of the first quarter. However, UNLV responded with three consecutive touchdowns, including a 42-yard run by Jai'Den Thomas and a touchdown pass from Hajj-Malik Williams to Casey Cain, to take a 21-14 lead. Syracuse managed to tie the game at 31-31 with a blocked punt returned for a touchdown by UNLV. In the final minutes, Williams connected with Ricky White for an 8-yard touchdown, securing the victory for UNLV. White also blocked two punts during the game, highlighting UNLV's strong special teams performance.