Delaware
Delaware State extends Robert Morris’ losing streak
For the impartial fan on the lookout for an explosive shootout, this was not the sport. Delaware State outbattled Robert Morris in a defensive wrestle to assert the ugly 14-9 win.
Marquis Gillis led the way in which for Delaware State, accumulating a team-high 61 speeding yards to set the tone. The Hornets put an emphasis on valuing the ball, as they didn’t commit any turnovers all recreation. On prime of that, Delaware State’s protection confirmed out, limiting Robert Morris to only 3.3 yards per rush and three.4 yards per go try.
Working again Anthony Purge led the way in which with simply 47 speeding yards, a testomony to Robert Morris’ offensive struggles. Nonetheless, the offense was unable to resist Delaware State’s defensive stress, giving up 4 expensive turnovers. Additionally they struggled to place collectively lengthy drives, choosing seven punts on the night.
Delaware State’s success right this moment ups their document to 3-2 on the season. With a bye developing on the schedule, they’ll have an additional week of preparation for his or her subsequent recreation in opposition to Norfolk State on Oct. 15. For Robert Morris, it was one other weekend of disappointment. They’ve now misplaced 4 video games in a row. Their fortunes would possibly flip subsequent weekend as they welcome a struggling Gardner-Webb to Joe Walton Stadium.
