Army defeats Rice 37-14 with Daily’s 5 touchdowns
- Bryson Daily led Army with three rushing touchdowns and two passing touchdowns during the game.
- Army dominated the first half, leading 28-0 at halftime, with Daily accounting for 207 of the team's 272 yards.
- The victory marked Army's seventh consecutive win, improving their record to 3-0 in the season.
On Saturday, Army faced Rice in a decisive matchup at West Point, N.Y., where Bryson Daily showcased an impressive performance. He contributed significantly to the team's offense, rushing for three touchdowns and passing for two more, leading Army to a 37-14 victory. By halftime, Daily had already accumulated 207 of Army's 272 total yards, demonstrating his pivotal role in the game. The Black Knights, known for their strong rushing game, maintained their dominance with 288 rushing yards against the Owls. The game began with Daily scoring the first points on a 41-yard touchdown pass to Noah Short. Following a blocked field goal, Daily extended the lead to 21-0 with a 2-yard touchdown run. An interception by Andon Thomas set up another scoring opportunity, allowing Daily to connect with Casey Reynolds for a 17-yard touchdown pass, bringing the halftime score to 28-0. E.J. Warner, the quarterback for Rice, completed 28 of 43 passes for 235 yards, contributing two touchdowns but also throwing two interceptions. His efforts were not enough to overcome Army's strong performance. The Owls struggled offensively, managing only 41 rushing yards throughout the game. With this victory, Army extended its winning streak to seven games, dating back to the previous season. The Black Knights improved their record to 3-0, solidifying their position as a formidable team in the American conference.