ECU triumphs over Old Dominion with Harris’ 132 rushing yards
- Rahjai Harris led ECU with 132 rushing yards and two touchdowns, contributing significantly to the team's performance.
- Old Dominion briefly took the lead in the second quarter with a touchdown pass, but ECU responded strongly in the second half.
- The victory improved ECU's record to 2-0, while Old Dominion remained winless at 0-2.
In a competitive matchup on Saturday night in Norfolk, Virginia, East Carolina University (ECU) secured a 20-14 victory over Old Dominion. Rahjai Harris was a standout performer, rushing for 132 yards and scoring two touchdowns on 26 carries. The game began with ECU taking an early lead, as Harris opened the scoring with a 22-yard touchdown run during a strong 10-play, 80-yard drive. Despite a missed PAT, ECU led 6-0. Old Dominion responded with a touchdown pass from Grant Wilson to Kelby Williams, giving them a brief 7-6 lead. However, ECU regained control in the second half when Harris broke free for a 63-yard touchdown run, followed by a successful 2-point conversion. A fumble recovery by ECU's Julien Davis set up a field goal by Andrew Conrad, extending their lead to 17-7. Old Dominion fought back, with Aaron Young scoring a 1-yard touchdown to narrow the gap to 17-14. The Monarchs' efforts were met with a 50-yard field goal from Conrad, which ultimately sealed the game for ECU. Wilson completed 18 of 32 passes for 182 yards, contributing to Old Dominion's offensive efforts, but it was not enough to overcome ECU's strong performance. This victory improved ECU's record to 2-0, showcasing their resilience and ability to capitalize on key moments, while Old Dominion fell to 0-2, continuing to search for their first win of the season.