Burton, Reid connect on 43-yard TD to send UAB to comeback win against Louisiana Monroe

UAB secured a dramatic comeback victory against Louisiana Monroe, 26-20, as quarterback Ryder Burton connected with wide receiver EJ Reid on a decisive 43-yard touchdown pass with just 9:34 remaining in the game. This play shifted momentum in UAB's favor, securing a 23-20 lead. The Warhawks capitalized on this advantage with a 41-yard field goal by Jonah Delange in the final minute to make the score 26-20 in favor of UAB.

Earlier, UAB took a 14-3 lead over Louisiana Monroe, powered by a touchdown run by CJ Phillips followed by Austin Carlisle's 7-yard scoring run around a 41-yard field goal from UAB’s Delange. However, Louisiana Monroe closed the gap to 17-10 at halftime. Despite a strong defensive effort, including an interception by Ike Esonwune which ended Louisiana Monroe's drive, UAB held on to secure the win, with Roderic Robinson II and Carlisle contributing significantly to the UAB effort.