Maine dominates Villanova with Carter Peevy's 3 TD passes
- Maine outplayed Villanova, ranked No. 5 in the coaches’ poll, leading to a 35-7 victory.
- Carter Peevy threw for three touchdowns, while the defense forced turnovers and recorded seven sacks.
- This win marks Maine's most significant ranking victory since 2018, boosting their confidence in the Coastal Athletic Association.
On Saturday, October 19, 2024, in Orono, Maine, the home team secured a decisive victory over the ranked Villanova Wildcats, demonstrating both offensive prowess and defensive strength throughout the game. Carter Peevy was instrumental in Maine's success, throwing for three touchdown passes, while the defense capitalized on Villanova's mistakes, recovering fumbles and intercepting passes, totaling seven sacks against the Wildcats. The game opened with a 55-yard touchdown connection between Peevy and Joe Gillette, setting an aggressive tone that Maine continued to build upon. After a series of turnovers by Villanova, Maine capitalized further with a blocked field goal return by Devin Vaught, underscoring the Wildcats' struggles on both sides of the ball. By the end of the game, Maine had held Villanova to a mere 214 yards and marked their highest-ranking victory since 2018. This win not only improves Maine's season record but also sends a strong message about their competitiveness within the Coastal Athletic Association.