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Jackson's Late TD Seals UAB's Road Win Over Tulsa
30 Nov
Summary
- Jevon Jackson scored the winning touchdown late in the fourth quarter.
- UAB secured their first road win of the season.
- The team played despite significant player absences due to an incident.

UAB secured a hard-fought 31-24 road win against Tulsa in their season finale. Jevon Jackson's late touchdown proved decisive, capping a crucial 90-yard drive and giving the Blazers their first lead since the second quarter. This victory marks a significant achievement for UAB, being their first away win since 2022.
The team demonstrated remarkable resilience, overcoming significant challenges. UAB played with a depleted roster, with many players absent following a recent stabbing incident involving teammates. Despite listing 39 players as out, the Blazers rallied to secure the win on the road.
Quarterback Jalen Kitna contributed two touchdown passes to the effort, connecting with Iverson Hooks and Brandon Hawkins Jr. Hooks also achieved a season milestone, surpassing Roddy White for third-most receptions in a single season for UAB, further highlighting individual achievements amidst the team's adversity.




