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Middle Tennessee edges NMSU in overtime thriller

Summary

  • Middle Tennessee secured a 31-24 overtime victory against New Mexico State.
  • AJ Jones scored the game-winning touchdown pass in overtime.
  • New Mexico State struggled with penalties during their overtime possession.
Middle Tennessee edges NMSU in overtime thriller

Middle Tennessee secured a dramatic 31-24 overtime victory against New Mexico State in their final game of the season. AJ Jones was the hero, catching an 11-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Roman Gagliano in the first overtime period to seal the win for the Blue Raiders.

Earlier in the game, Jones also made a crucial 24-yard touchdown reception before halftime. Gagliano finished the contest with 260 passing yards, including another touchdown to Landon Collins. DJ Taylor contributed significantly with 77 rushing yards and a 64-yard touchdown.

The New Mexico State Aggies, despite a strong effort from Adam Damante's 311 passing yards and TK King's 178 receiving yards, ultimately succumbed to penalty troubles during their overtime possession. Two false starts pushed them back, and a late field goal by Ryan Hawk had forced the overtime in the first place.

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Middle Tennessee won the game 31-24 in overtime.
The New Mexico State Aggies lost to Middle Tennessee 31-24 in overtime.
AJ Jones caught an 11-yard touchdown pass from Roman Gagliano in overtime to win the game.

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