Villanova edges Towson 14-13 with late missed field goals
- Villanova's Connor Watkins threw two touchdown passes, and Isaiah Ragland rushed for 141 yards.
- Towson had a chance to win but missed two field goals in the final 1:13 of the game.
- The victory improved Villanova's record to 3-0, while Towson fell to 1-2.
In a closely contested game on Saturday, Villanova narrowly defeated Towson 14-13 in Philadelphia. Connor Watkins led Villanova with two touchdown passes to Jaylan Sanchez, while freshman Isaiah Ragland made a significant impact on the ground, rushing for 141 yards. Towson's offense, led by quarterback Sean Brown, managed to move the ball effectively but struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities in the final moments of the game. Towson began their final drive with 2:36 remaining, starting at their own 41-yard line. After converting a crucial third down, they advanced to the Villanova 33-yard line. However, their drive stalled, and Keegan Vaughan's 48-yard field goal attempt hit the upright, keeping the score at 14-13. Villanova's offense attempted to secure the win but fumbled the ball, allowing Towson another chance. With just over a minute left, Towson regained possession and moved to the Villanova 20-yard line after a 20-yard completion from Brown to Da’Kendall James. As time wound down, Brown spiked the ball to stop the clock with four seconds remaining. Unfortunately for Towson, Vaughan's 37-yard field goal attempt went wide right as time expired, sealing the victory for Villanova. This game showcased the resilience of both teams, with Villanova improving to 3-0 on the season while Towson fell to 1-2. The missed field goals in the closing moments proved crucial, highlighting the importance of execution in high-pressure situations.