Wagner's Defense Dominates in 14-0 Victory Over St. Francis

In a Northeast Conference matchup held on Saturday, Wagner faced off against St. Francis (PA) in a game that showcased a strong defensive performance. The Seahawks, led by quarterback Jake Cady, dominated with a score of 14-0. Cady's notable performance included completing 24 of 38 passes for a total of 290 yards. He kicked off the scoring with a touchdown pass to Christian Tait, concluding an impressive 10-play, 80-yard opening drive. Later, he connected with Chase Stafford for a 31-yard touchdown, capping a swift 85-yard drive in the second quarter. The Seahawks' defense played a pivotal role, registering nine sacks, which significantly hampered St. Francis' offensive efforts. The opposing quarterback, Nick Whitfield Jr., completed 13 of 24 passes for 162 yards, but he was plagued by interceptions and a relentless pass rush that resulted in five sacks. St. Francis managed to construct two promising drives those totaled 115 yards but failed to convert on critical fourth-down attempts. Wagner's defense was relentless, allowing a mere 72 total yards outside the failed drives while limiting St. Francis to only 23 rushing yards throughout the game. This victory improved Wagner's season record to 4-4, with a conference standing of 2-1. Overall, this game highlighted the Seahawks' robust defensive capabilities and marked a substantial win for Wagner in their campaign, while St. Francis struggled to find any offensive rhythm throughout the match.