Calzada Leads Incarnate Word to Victory Over Prairie View A&M

In a nonconference game held in San Antonio, Texas, Zach Calzada led Incarnate Word to a decisive 56-28 victory over Prairie View A&M. The game featured a competitive first half, with Prairie View A&M initially taking a 14-10 lead thanks to Jaden Johnson's two long touchdown passes. However, Calzada's performance turned the tide as he threw for three touchdowns and completed 23 of 30 passes for 244 yards. His pivotal 7-yard touchdown pass to Roy Alexander just before halftime allowed Incarnate Word to take the lead, which they maintained throughout the second half. The second half saw Incarnate Word pull away, with Calzada connecting on a 42-yard touchdown pass and contributing to a 2-point conversion. Dekalon Taylor also made significant contributions, scoring a rushing touchdown and returning a punt for another touchdown in the fourth quarter. Prairie View A&M's Johnson had a solid performance, completing 12 of 14 passes for 140 yards, but it was not enough to keep pace with Incarnate Word's offensive onslaught. The game showcased the offensive capabilities of both teams, but ultimately, Incarnate Word's ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and their strong second-half performance secured their victory. This win improved Incarnate Word's record to 3-2, while Prairie View A&M fell to 2-4. Overall, the match highlighted the effectiveness of Calzada's leadership and the team's resilience, setting a positive tone for the remainder of the season for Incarnate Word.