Gardner-Webb Outlasts Lindenwood 42-35 in Thrilling Showdown
- Tyler Ridell led Gardner-Webb with four touchdown passes and 185 passing yards during the game.
- Quasean Holmes and Edward Saydee each rushed for over 100 yards, significantly contributing to the Bulldogs' success.
- Despite a strong second-half comeback, Lindenwood could not secure a win, leading to Gardner-Webb's improvement in the conference standings.
On October 19, 2024, Gardner-Webb University secured a narrow victory against Lindenwood with a final score of 42-35 in Boiling Springs, North Carolina. The Runnin’ Bulldogs were led by Tyler Ridell, who threw four touchdown passes and completed 16 of 21 passes for 185 yards. Running backs Quasean Holmes and Edward Saydee both contributed significantly on the ground, with Holmes rushing for 156 yards and scoring a touchdown, while Saydee added 116 yards and another rushing touchdown. Despite the Bulldogs’ strong performance, the Lions of Lindenwood rallied late in the game. Quarterback Nate Glantz threw for 244 yards and three touchdowns, keeping his team competitive until the very end. The Lions' effort culminated in a touchdown pass from Glantz to Drew Krobath that brought them within one score as time ran out. The game featured a pivotal moment when Holmes scored on a 17-yard run, giving Gardner-Webb a substantial lead at 42-21. However, Lindenwood's late surge highlighted the competitive nature of the matchup, with the game remaining in contention until an onside kick attempt was recovered by Jordan Bly, sealing the victory for the Bulldogs. This game was crucial for both teams in the Big South-OVC conference, impacting their standings as the season progresses. With this win, Gardner-Webb improved to 2-5 overall and 1-2 in conference play, while Lindenwood fell to 3-5 and 1-3 respectively.