East Carolina scores 6 TDs in first half to cruise past North Carolina Central 42-9
East Carolina dominated North Carolina Central 42-9 in a decisive football game on Saturday. Quarterback Emory Williams threw three touchdown passes and wide receiver TJ Engleman Jr. contributed two more scores, showcasing their offensive prowess. The first half alone saw East Carolina rack up 35 points, leading 42-3 at the break.
Williams completed 25 of his 36 passes for 341 yards, while Engleman rushed for 129 yards on 10 attempts, and added two more touchdowns. A key play came when Engleman carried the ball for a remarkable 88-yard touchdown run just before halftime. East Carolina's defense also shined, with safety Ayden Duncanson returning an interception for a touchdown just 20 seconds after Engleman's long run.
The Pirates' running back Nelson Layne and quarterback Cobey Thompkins combined for 140 passing yards and three interceptions, but it wasn't enough to keep North Carolina Central in the game. The Pirates travel to host Campbell on Saturday and face East Carolina at home on October 10.
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