Prairie View A&M edges Grambling in thrilling 5-overtime clash
- The game featured multiple lead changes, with both teams scoring touchdowns and field goals in regulation and overtime.
- Prairie View A&M took the lead in the fourth quarter with a touchdown after an interception, but Grambling tied the game late.
- Lamagea McDowell's touchdown in the fifth overtime clinched the victory for Prairie View A&M, marking a significant win in their season.
In a thrilling matchup at the Cotton Bowl during the State Fair Classic, Prairie View A&M triumphed over Grambling in a five-overtime game, finishing with a score of 36-34. The game was marked by intense back-and-forth scoring, with both teams exchanging touchdowns and field goals throughout regulation and overtime. Prairie View A&M took the lead in the fourth quarter with a 39-yard touchdown from Connor Wisham, following an interception by Terrell Coleman Jr. Grambling responded with a touchdown to tie the game late in regulation, forcing the overtime periods. The game reached its climax in the fifth overtime when Lamagea McDowell scored the decisive touchdown after a defensive holding penalty gave Prairie View a crucial advantage. This victory improved Prairie View A&M's record to 2-3, while Grambling fell to 3-2, marking their first loss in the Southwestern Athletic Conference. The game showcased the resilience and determination of both teams, with Prairie View A&M ultimately emerging victorious in a contest that will be remembered for its dramatic moments and competitive spirit.