McIvor and Martinez shine as Abilene Christian tops Central Arkansas 41-34
- Maverick McIvor passed for 350 yards and five touchdowns, leading Abilene Christian to a win.
- Nehemiah Martinez was a key player, catching three touchdown passes during the game.
- The victory improved Abilene Christian's record to 4-2, solidifying their position in the conference.
In Abilene, Texas, Maverick McIvor led Abilene Christian to a thrilling 41-34 victory over Central Arkansas in a highly competitive matchup between ranked FCS teams from the United Athletic Conference. McIvor showcased his skills by passing for 350 yards and five touchdowns, with Nehemiah Martinez being a standout receiver, catching three of those touchdown passes. The game began with a 70-yard touchdown pass from McIvor to Martinez, setting the tone for an exciting first half. Central Arkansas responded quickly with a 62-yard touchdown run by ShunDerrick Powell, demonstrating the back-and-forth nature of the contest. As the game progressed, Abilene Christian maintained a lead, with McIvor connecting with various receivers, including a 13-yard touchdown pass to Blayne Taylor and a 9-yard score to Hut Graham. The Wildcats entered halftime with a 31-17 advantage, showcasing their offensive prowess. In the second half, Central Arkansas attempted a comeback, with quarterback Will McElvain throwing two touchdown passes to Powell and Trejan Bridges. However, Abilene Christian's defense held strong, culminating in an interception by Will Shaffer in the final moments of the game, securing the victory for the Wildcats. This win improved Abilene Christian's record to 4-2, maintaining their position in the conference standings.