36
Winner DSU
33
NSU
| Team | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DSU | 0 | 10 | 9 | 17 | 36 |
| NSU | 10 | 7 | 16 | 0 | 33 |
Delaware State pulled off an incredible comeback Saturday, overcoming a 17-point deficit to defeat Norfolk State 36-33 on a walk-off field goal at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.
The Hornets scored the game’s final 20 points, turning a 33-16 deficit into a dramatic three-point victory. The comeback was capped by a 35-yard field goal by Patrick Fisher-Butler as time expired, according to Delaware State’s official box score and game recap.
Norfolk State takes early control
Norfolk State appeared to have control of the contest after building a 17-0 advantage in the second quarter.
The Spartans opened the scoring with a 32-yard field goal by Marco Peery before Jalyn Daniels added an eight-yard rushing touchdown. DaJean Golmond connected with Kam’Ryn Thomas for an 11-yard touchdown to extend the lead.
Delaware State eventually got on the scoreboard when Marqui Adams connected with Jaylin Terzado for a 33-yard touchdown pass.
Fisher-Butler added a field goal, cutting the deficit to 17-10 at halftime.
Norfolk State continued its offensive production after the break. Golmond connected with Jason Wonodi for a 23-yard touchdown, while Nasir Bashir returned a failed two-point conversion attempt 88 yards for two points.
Ravon Moore added a three-yard rushing touchdown, giving the Spartans a 33-16 advantage late in the third quarter.
Hornets rally with 20 unanswered points
Facing a 17-point deficit, Delaware State refused to surrender.
Fisher-Butler connected on another field goal, this time from 23 yards, to make it 33-19.
Adams followed with a five-yard touchdown pass to Jaron Kelley, bringing the Hornets within seven points.
Delaware State’s defense then helped change the momentum, recording interceptions by Phillip Dunnam and Wayne Favors III.
The Hornets eventually tied the game when Adams connected with Kyree Benton for a 20-yard touchdown pass with 7:47 remaining.
With the score tied at 33, Delaware State got another opportunity to take the lead after Norfolk State turned the ball over late in the contest.
The Hornets capitalized, setting up Fisher-Butler’s game-winning 35-yard field goal as time expired.
Delaware State player statistics
Marqui Adams leads the comeback
Passing: 17-of-26, 243 yards, 4 touchdowns, 0 interceptions.
Rushing: 69 yards.
Receiving leaders
| Player | Rec. | Yds. | TD | Long |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rone,Terrence | 4 | 59 | 1 | 40 |
| Terzado,Jaylin | 4 | 54 | 1 | 33 |
| Benton,Kyree | 2 | 43 | 1 | 23 |
Defensive standouts
Ezekiel Orozco: 8 tackles, 1 tackle for loss, 1 fumble recovery.
Phillip Dunnam: 4 tackles, 1 interception, 1 forced fumble.
Wayne Favors III: 1 interception.
Team Statistics
| Statistic | DSU | NSU |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST DOWNS | ||
| Total | 19 | 16 |
| Rushing | 6 | 1 |
| Passing | 7 | 14 |
| Penalty | 6 | 1 |
| RUSHING | ||
| Total (Net) | 80 | 22 |
| Attempts | 34 | 25 |
| Avg. Per Rush | 2.4 | 0.9 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 | 2 |
| Yds. Gained | 140 | 55 |
| Yds. Lost | 60 | 33 |
| PASSING | ||
| Total (Net) | 243 | 278 |
| Comp.-Att.-Int. | 17-26-0 | 25–35–2 |
| Avg. / Att. | 9.3 | 7.9 |
| Avg. / Comp. | 14.3 | 11.1 |
| TDs | 4 | 2 |
| TOTAL OFFENSE | ||
| Yards | 323 | 300 |
| Plays | 60 | 60 |
| Avg. / Play | 5.4 | 5 |
| Fumbles – Lost | 2-2 | 2-2 |
| Penalties – Yds. | 13-93 | 11-117 |
| PUNTING | ||
| Punts – Yds. | 4-150 | 4-155 |
| Avg. / Punt | 37.5 | 38.8 |
| Inside 20 | 0 | 3 |
| 50+ Yds. | 0 | 0 |
| Touchbacks | 0 | 0 |
| Fair Catch | 1 | 3 |
| KICKOFFS | ||
| Total – Yds. | 7–402 | 6-350 |
| Avg. Yds. / Kickoff | 57.4 | 58.3 |
| Touchbacks | 0 | 1 |
| RETURNS | ||
| Punt: Total – Yds. – TDs | 0-0-0 | 1–15-0 |
| Punt: Avg. / Return | 0 | 15.0 |
| Kickoff: Total – Yds. – TDs | 5-101-0 | 7-74-0 |
| Kickoff: Avg. / Return | 20.2 | 10.6 |
| INT: Total – Yds. – TDs | 2–27-0 | 0-0-0 |
| Fumble: Total – Yds. – TDs | 1-0-0 | 0-0-0 |
| MISCELLANEOUS | ||
| Misc. Yards | 0 | 0 |
| Poss. Time | 32:53 | 27:07 |
| 3rd. Down Conv. | 1 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| 4th. Down Conversions | 2 of 4 | 0 of 0 |
| Red-Zone: Scores – Chances | 5–5 | 4-4 |
| Sacks: Total – Yds. | 3-18 | 4–22 |
| PAT: Total – Made | 3-3 | 4–4 |
| 2PT Conversion: Total – Made | 0-1 | 0-0 |
| Field Goals: Total – Made | 3–3 | 1-2 |
What’s next?
Delaware State looks to build on the comeback victory when it hosts Morgan State on November 7.
Norfolk State returns home to face North Carolina Central as the Spartans look to rebound in MEAC play.
