Northwestern Oklahoma State’s comeback came up short in a 31-24 loss to Ouachita Baptist on Senior Day. The Rangers cut the deficit to seven in the fourth quarter and got the ball back with 1:54 remaining, but couldn’t score.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: Ouachita Baptist 31, Northwestern Oklahoma State 24.
  • Northwestern trailed by 14 points twice, including 31-17 in the fourth quarter.
  • The Rangers had 1:54 for their final possession.
State of Play
  • Jayce Morgan connected with Henry Wilson Jr. on a trick-play touchdown for Northwestern’s first lead, 7-3.
  • Jacob T. Jones scored on a run and later threw a touchdown pass to Meric Judd.
  • Northwestern’s next game is Saturday at Monticello against the Weevils, with kickoff scheduled for 2 p.m.
Bottom Line

The Rangers showed late fight, but the rally ran out of time. Their next chance to respond comes on the road at Monticello.