North Texas defeats Stephen F. Austin with Morris’ 4 TD passes

On Saturday night in Denton, Texas, North Texas secured a 35-20 victory over Stephen F. Austin, showcasing a strong performance from quarterback Chandler Morris. Morris completed 26 of 44 passes for a total of 322 yards, throwing four touchdown passes, three of which were caught by DT Sheffield. Despite being intercepted three times, Morris's offensive contributions were pivotal in leading his team to victory. Damashja Harris also played a crucial role in the win, rushing for 142 yards, including an impressive 80-yard touchdown run that extended North Texas's lead to two scores early in the fourth quarter. The Mean Green maintained control of the game, especially after Harris's touchdown, which effectively sealed the outcome. Stephen F. Austin struggled to respond, with their best opportunity coming during a 12-play drive that ended in a turnover on downs at the North Texas 24-yard line. Following this, the Lumberjacks failed to cross midfield for the remainder of the game, highlighting their inability to capitalize on offensive opportunities. On the other side, Sam Vidlak, the quarterback for Stephen F. Austin, completed 20 of 39 passes for 181 yards, including a 33-yard touchdown pass to Isaiah Davis. However, the Lumberjacks' efforts were not enough to overcome the Mean Green's strong performance, resulting in their first loss of the season.