UCA Bears Stun Eastern Kentucky with Last-Second Hail Mary Victory
Key points:
- The University of Central Arkansas Bears pulled off an improbable 27-24 victory over the Eastern Kentucky Colonels on Senior Day.
- The Bears drove 83 yards in 19 seconds and scored a game-winning Hail Mary touchdown pass from Will McElvain to Jarrod Barnes as time expired.
- The win keeps UCA's hopes alive for a United Athletic Conference championship.
UCA Bears pull off a miraculous 27-24 victory over EKU Colonels with a 83-yard drive in 19 seconds, capped by a Hail Mary touchdown pass as time expired. Bears improved their record to 7-3 and keep their UAC championship hopes alive. Next, they face APSU with the title and automatic bid to the FCS Playoffs on the line. Head coach Nathan Brown praised his team’s never-quit attitude. QB Will McElvain threw for 291 yards and three scores, including the game-winning touchdown. UCA’s defense and special teams also shined, setting the stage for a decisive clash with APSU.
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